3-Day Udzungwa Mountains Trek from Dar es Salaam to Sanje Falls

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike into the beautiful Udzungwa Mountains and see elephants and velvet monkeys
• 02 Explore the magnificent Sanje Waterfalls and swim in its pools
• 03 Enjoy stunning countryside views on the drive via Morogoro
• 04 Camp near Sanje Waterfall in a forested valley below the falls

Explore the extensive biodiversity and beautiful landscapes of the Udzungwa Mountains on this 3-day tour, and witness its steep slopes, woodland areas, and grasslands that preserve this rare tropical forest. Spot a variety of wildlife, including giraffes, elephants, velvet monkeys, and buffaloes, and trek to the top of the Sanje River Waterfall for beautiful scenery from above.

After arriving at Sanje Waterfall, which plunges 170 meters through a misty spray into a forested valley below, we will set up our camp and enjoy lunch in the bush area.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Drive from Dar es Salaam to Udzungwa

• Our safari will start in the city of Dar es Salaam and head on a 7-hour drive to the Udzungwa Mountains.
• Enjoy the stunning view of the countryside as you pass through Morogoro town, where lunch will be offered.
• After lunch, we will proceed with the journey and end our trip at Udzungwa Falls Lodge, where dinner and an overnight rest will be offered.

2

Day 02

Hike to Sanje Waterfall and Camp

• After breakfast, we will hike for five hours and head further into the mountains along the tarmac rural trail.
• After arriving at Sanje Waterfall, which plunges 170 meters through a misty spray into a forested valley below, we will set up our camp and enjoy lunch in the bush area.
• Later, we will continue exploring the surrounding area, with the option to swim in the waterfall pools. Dinner will be offered at the campsite.

3

Day 03

Descend from the Waterfalls and Return to Dar es Salaam

• After breakfast, we will descend to the base of the waterfalls and head to Sanje village, where we will start our departure back to Dar es Salaam.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking African tour guide
• Park fees
• Tax
• Gate transfer
• Crew wages
• Environment fees

What's Not Included

• Flights
• Tipping the crew
• Visas

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Tour start

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.