Tanzania · Trekking

5-Day West Usambara Mountains Trek through Lushoto Villages

5 Days Round trip from Lushoto Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek to Kisasa Waterfalls and Irente Viewpoint
  • 02 Explore nature forest and Papas Moze Village
  • 03 Walk to Rangwi Sisters Convent amid scenic beauty
  • 04 Hike through Shaghayu Peak Forest and enjoy sunset at Magumba

Discover the West Usambara Mountains on a 5-day hiking journey through Lushoto's scenic landscapes. Trek to Kisasa Waterfalls and Irente Viewpoint, walk through nature forest to Papas Moze Village, and continue on foot to Rangwi Sisters Convent. The route also takes you through Shaghayu Peak Forest to Mtae Mambo Village, with a sunset experience at Magumba Cultural Viewpoint. With accommodation, meals, transportation, and entry fees included, this tour offers a well-rounded mountain trekking experience in Tanzania.

Discover the West Usambara Mountains on a 5-day hiking journey through Lushoto's scenic landscapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Moshi, Tanga, Lushoto
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Lushoto

Arrive in Lushoto and check in at Avocado Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Kisasa Waterfalls and Irente Viewpoint Hike

After breakfast, begin the 4-hour hiking tour to Kisasa Waterfalls and Irente Viewpoint. Stop at Irente Farm for lunch.

After lunch, continue walking through the nature forest, then drive to Papas Moze Village at Lukozi for dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Walk to Rangwi Sisters Convent

After breakfast, start the walking tour with a packed lunch and continue to Rangwi Sisters Convent on a 7-hour walk. Check in for dinner and an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Shaghayu Peak Forest to Mtae Mambo Village

After breakfast, start the walking tour through Shaghayu Peak Forest and its viewpoint until you reach Mtae Mambo Village. Check in at Magumba Cultural Viewpoint for sunset, dinner, and an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Return via Lushoto

Drive back to Lushoto and continue to Dar, Tanga, Moshi, or Arusha, where the tour ends.

Note: The destination after returning to Lushoto is not specified; please provide the intended destination.

West Usambara Mountains, Kisasa Waterfalls, Irente Viewpoint, Magumba Cultural Viewpoint

Where this trip takes you

West Usambara Mountains, Kisasa Waterfalls, Irente Viewpoint, Magumba Cultural Viewpoint

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lushoto 5 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Entry fees
  • Guide fees
  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • On-site personnel
  • Accommodation

What's Not Included

  • Tips
  • Other things of a personal nature

What to bring

  • Strong walking shoes
  • Camera
  • Binoculars

Know before you go

  • Environmental nature conservation and friendly guidelines

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Any hotel in Arusha, Moshi, or Tanga
Tour start
Lushoto, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 5 days finish where they began, in Lushoto.

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