About The SHINING TOURS AND SAFARIS
The SHINING TOURS AND SAFARIS has an excellent reputation in Tanzania and East Africa. Our trips include Lodge & Tented Wildlife Safaris, Bush Treks, Kilimanjaro and Meru Climbs, Local & Community Tourism Projects & Visits. We keep our selling prices at a manageable level with a lot of respect for the good value, for your satisfaction and for a lifetime experience; but we also insist on respect and fair pay for our staff.
You will never regret using our services.
Shining Tours and Safaris is managed and directed by a native Tanzanian -Prophet John Athmani Rama D. He is a Prophet of God and he is a naturalist, He is a professional tour guide safari and for climbing mount Kilimanjaro, highly experienced and one of the few respected Tanzania holiday consultants. His wide knowledge of Flora and Fauna in Tanzania is a bonus to the visitors. With over 12 years of field experience Servant and Prophet of God John has accumulated a wide knowledge and capability to handle any kind of enquiry in holiday planning and advice.
We are always proud of our dedicated team that have lots of experience of the Tanzania National Parks, Reserves, Beaches and Peoples. All our walking safari and mountain guides, have years of learning including the Wildlife Management studies in various schools and colleges. they also undergo periodical training and retraining so that they will meet our clients' expectations.
Different from other ground handlers our dedication has been to show our visitors how hospitable Tanzanians are in organizing safaris to the famous National Parks and Game Reserves. Our specialty has been to give our clients more detailed exploration of our beautiful country by organizing Mountain Treks in several montane regions of Tanzania, Walking and Cultural tours, Bird Watching, and Painting tours to the famous Kondoa Irangi Painting sites, as well as cultural and relaxations visits to the coast and offshore islands. By conducting these exclusive adventures we have given our visitors an opportunity to experience the real Tanzania including the famous Masai, Chagga and Meru peoples.
Being a small company, we always aim at assuring "attention to detail" for all our visitors. While we keep our groups small and private we also can accommodate groups with big numbers. A good example with this is that we are now operating student and charity groups up to 40 travellers at a time on the Kilimanjaro climbs, bush trekking and safarisr. Our Pricing varies from Budget safaris to a five stars Luxury be it in a lodge or camping. Tailor made, honeymoon, and family safaris are frequently booked in our office.
Our Fleet of Landcruiser and Landrover vehicles are specially fitted to give enough room and convenience, while you are on safari. While the majority of safari operators are equipped with 7 seaters ours are fitted with 5, and 6 seaters. We also own and manage three heavy duty lorries for the luxury camping safaris and Kilimanjaro provisioning.
Apart from fulfilling our main goal of providing a lifetime experience to our visitors Shining Tours and Safaris has dedicated its time and resources to empower and benefit the local people involved in the areas where we operate. Through schemes for the eradication of poverty, provision of clean water, support for schools, and help for Aids orphans and families, we play our part in helping community projects. We also work with local villages and councils in developing our eco-friendly cultural tourism and we ensure that the local people and cultures are always respected. Furthermore Shining Tours and Safaris provides employment for numerous Tanzanians helping run our safaris, mountain climbs and treks.
Our staff have a full commitment to the protection of nature and the environment in Tanzania. While in Tanzania with us you will be supporting a responsible and sustainable tourism that preserves an outstandingly beautiful country.
Enjoy your Tanzania holidays with caring people who give the personal touch and by doing so you will empower the local community in return.
Should you require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact us by phone or e-mail us.What we don't have is an expensive and exiting brochure; we thought we should use the cost for it towards more extras for you. Should you require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact us by phone or e-mail us
Our Mission
While we take every care of our costing in order to maintain our service standard to our client we have never compromise our rates with client's satisfaction. We have build up our good name in our service by providing a full attention to detail to all our clients from the booking handling until the clients returns back home.
Kilimanjaro climb wilderness itinerary, choice of our trekking routes, the local people we Internet, our food, facilities and staff working as a team all the time has been a secret to our more than 97% rates on our programs.
Our itineraries vary from budget to the luxury itineraries. Our marketing and Tour consultants are always more than willing to provide a tailor made itinerary as per requested needs.
Apart from fulfilling our main goal of providing a lifetime experience to our visitors Shining Tours and Safaris have dedicated its time and resources to empower and benefit the local people involved in the areas we operate in eradication of poverty, providing enough and clean water to the service. Shining Tours and Safaris provides employment for more than 5,000 Tanzanians every year through, safari, Mountain climbs and treks. We also support AIDS orphans family on Education and care. A low cost housing project for the less privileged families is Shining Tours and Safaris next agenda
We operate our itineraries with a lot of respect for nature conservations and are eco friendly.
Our staff have a full commitment to the protection of nature and the environment in Tanzania. While in Tanzania with us you will be supporting a responsible and sustainable tourism that preserves an outstanding beautiful country.
Our Strengths
To accomplish all above our company is always been proud for a well trained personal staff including the local guides walking Misaim, profession safari guides and multilingual from office staff, airport representatives to mention but a few.
Our communication network around the country on 24 hours daily is a bonus to our operations.
Enjoy your Tanzania holidays with caring and personal touch people and empower the local community in return.
Tanzania
It is a land of rare beauty, bordered by shimmering lakes and the Indian Ocean. Although Tanzania is a new nation, it has a rich and ancient past. Fossils found in Olduvai Gorge suggest it was the home of some of the first hominids on the planet. For thousands of years Tanzania was a wealthy trading centre bordering the Indian Ocean; a powerful and great Islamic civilization arose along the coast, and built beautiful stone cities.
MT.Kilimanjaro
Since starting the eco-friendly climbs with the mandatory minimum climb time of 7 days the Shining Tours and Safaris success rate in reaching the top has been better than 95%.
Although Mt Kilimanjaro tops the list as Africa’s most famous and highest mountain, Tanzania boasts many other mountain ranges and attractive peaks. Most of the country’s mountains and volcanoes are located in the north and east of the country.
They vary from the dramatic crater of Mt Meru and the active volcano of Ol Donyo Lengai to tamer options like the Usambara Mountains and the comparatively gentle slopes of the Crater Highlands. Hiking trips and mountain climbing in Tanzania are becoming popular options for visitors not content merely observing the country from the back of a game viewing vehicle. Instead, adventurous types are taking advantage of the many trails and peaks Tanzania has to offer.
Above the gently rolling hills and plateaux of northern Tanzania rise the snowy peaks of Mt Kilimanjaro, its slopes and glaciers shimmering above the rising clouds. Kilimanjaro is located near the town of Moshi and is a protected area, carefully regulated for climbers to enjoy without leaving a trace of their presence.
The mountain’s ecosystems are as strikingly beautiful as they are varied and diverse. On the lowland slopes, much of the mountain is farmland, with coffee, banana, cassava, and maize crops grown for subsistence and cash sale. A few larger coffee farms still exist on the lower slopes, but much of the area outside the national park has been subdivided into small plots.
Once inside the park, thick lowland forest covers the lower altitudes and breaks into alpine meadows once the air begins to thin. Near the peak, the landscape is harsh and barren, with rocks and ice the predominant features above a breathtaking African view.
Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro is the highlight of many visitors’ experiences in Tanzania. Few mountains can claim the grandeur, the breathtaking views of Amboseli National Park in Kenya, the Rift Valley, and the Masaai Steppe, that belong to Kilimanjaro. Hiking on the ‘rooftop of Africa’ is the adventure of a lifetime, and anyone from a seasoned trekker to a reasonably fit first-time enthusiast can scale the snowy peak.]
Mount Kilimanjaro Trekking Itineraries
Marangu route
5 days / 4 nights
Marangu route is a gradual ascent and the most popular climbing route. Hikers sleep in bunks within shared alpine-style huts. Long drop toilets, dining hut and wash rooms ith cold water are provided.
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Machame route
6 days / 5 nights
The Machame route follows a rugged up and down trail (hike high – sleep low) which is good for acclimatization to the high altitude. Descent is via Mweka route. A camping only climb with basic facilities.
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Rongai route
6 days / 5 nightsA dusty adventurous drive to the east of Kilimanjaro to start the climb. The trail is gradual and easy offering good views of Kili from the lower levels. Descent via Marangu. A camping only route.
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Umbwe route
5 days / 4 nights
The most direct route to the summit. Climbers need a good level of fitness. Umbwe is a spectacular and little used route with steep gorges and glaciers. Descent is via Mweka route. Umbwe is a camping only route.
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Lemosho route
9 days / 8 nights
The route is a peaceful and unspoiled trek up to Shira Plateau to join the south circuit for the final summit ascent via Barafu. The lower level forest is home to elephant and other big game. This is a camping only.
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9 DAYS / 8NIGHTS
Day 01.
Meet and Greet at Kilimanjaro International airport by Shining tours and Safaris Representative, then transfer to Arusha. Dinner., Briefing and Kit checking.
Day 02.
RAIN FOREST BIG TREE CAMP
Early breakfast at the camp then transfer to Londorosi gate for registration.
After registration and other Logistics transfer by 4WD vehicle to Lemosho starting point This is where you meet your crew . start a warm up trek to your Lunch point.
After Lunch start the trek through the rainforest to your first camp at around 2,000ft / 2440m. An unspoiled and exciting wilderness route rich in Flora and Fauna.
Dinner and overnight at the Big Tree Camp. (4hrs) Ascend.
Day 03, SHIRA ONE ( SHIRA CALDERA)
Today will be a relatively easy day, taking things slowly to start, with a height gain of around 2,000ft / 610m. As part of the acclimatization program, we have included this relatively low camp to give you a chance to get used to the climbing conditions. It takes us to a beautiful wilderness camp unvisited by the majority of trekkers just outside the Shira crater at around 10,000ft / 3,050m. Approx (6hrs) Ascend.
Day 04, SHIRA TWO ( SHIRA PLATEAU ).
You will further cross into the shira Caldera, a high altitude desert plateau rarely visited by man. Strong walkers may wish to visit Jonsell Point 13, 000ft / 3, 280mt. En route. This is the highest point on the remaining Shira crater ridge. The detour will be very valuable in helping you to acclimatize to the altitude. Shira is the third of Kilimanjaro’s volcanic cones. You will camp at Shira one 11, 500ft / 3, 500. (5hrs) Ascend. Approx 6 hours walk.
Day 05, BARRANCO WALL ( SOUTHERN FLANK)
A superb day’s trekking that takes you to southern flank, passing down the Barranco Valley to the camp at Barranco Wall. Here you will camp at 12,900ft/ 3,900m and only 400ft higher than your previous night’s camp at SHIRA TWO, but the walk will have taken you well over 14,500ft / 4,400m offering valuable altitude acclimatization. The camp at Barranco is one of the most spectacular on Kilimanjaro. Today’s Trek will take approximately 7-10 hours.
Day 06,
KARANGA VALLEY
Early morning you will start with a climb up Barranco wall 13, 680ft / 4, 270m with an immediate height gain of 700ft to admire the views of Mount Meru and the plains far below. You will continue across the ridges and valleys to Karanga valley where you will have a relaxing afternoon and dinner. There are optional treks to visit the first signs of ice, and scree walking will be possible. Again this walk is highly recommended to aid with maximizing your altitude acclimatization. (4-6 hrs) Ascend
Day 07,BARAFU RIDGE
You will start early, making your way to the Barafu Ridge camp 15, 090ft / 4, 600m. The trek up Barafu Ridge is tough due to the altitude. Rest in the afternoon followed by an early dinner and rest again until midnight when you start your final push to attempt the Kilimanjaro summit.
Day 08,SUMMIT DAY.Today the start will be very early than usual with only a cup of tea. We will start to attempt the Kili Summit 19,340ft/5895 meters. As you continue to the Summit you will not only be guided by your guides and other members of crew but the beautiful sunrise (never seen before) will come out encouraging you to get to stella point then Uhuru Peak.
First light is apparent around 05H30 and this really gives you hope to push forward.
You should reach stella Point ( 18,865ft / 5,750m on the crater rim)just after dawn after ashort rest continue for another hour or so round to Uhuru peak. Definitely this is to be one of the toughest day that you will experience.All in all it is a VICTORY DAY!After photo taking Ceremony at the Top of Africa you will then descend to Barafu Camp for lunch.After lunch you will then proceed to Millenium camp for a celebratory Dinner
Day 09,
DESCEND TO MWEKA GATE
Today you will walk down through the beautiful rainforest to Mweka Gate. The tough times are not yet over, as this is quite a steep wilderness route. And often the track is muddy and rutted sometimes overgrown with tree roots. Those trekkers with tired and stiff joints form the previous day will find this walk off quite difficult. After four to six hours you will reach the gate for a picnic lunch , presentation of certificates and triumphant photos. Then you will be driven to Olasiti Garden Lodge Arusha for a well appreciated shower and a large, celebratory dinner. Naturally the bar will be open until late.
Mt MeruMount Meru is Mount Kilimanjaro's little sister, standing at 4,566m compared to 5,895m, but is still an impressive freestanding volcano, which makes a superb four day climb to the top. It last erupted in 1910 therefore can be classified as an active volcano. The first ascent was made by Dr. Fritz Jaeger, 1904.
The town of Arusha lies at the base of Mount Meru Trekking, loads of trek companies do this trek. Wild animals are frequently found on this mountain therefore an armed ranger usually accompanies the trekkers.Grade C a strenuous climb so you need to be very fit in order to achieve this trek, you should be use to long trekking and had some high altitude experience.
Accommodation You can be booked into a hotel in Arusha or Moshi in order to climb Mt Meru. You can also fly into Nairobi or Kilimanjaro and catch the shuttle bus to either town.
Mount Meru is easily accessible from Arusha.From Kilimanjaro airport to Moshi is about 45 mins and one and a quarter hours to Arusha. From Nairobi airport it is about 5 hours drive to Arusha which is an interesting drive and gives you a good feel about the place and the way people live. Well worth the trip! This trek is often done as a warm up and acclimatisation climb for Mount Kilimanjaro.
Many tour companies offer a combination package. The mountain is un spoilt and less congested as compared to it's Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya counterparts.Pack warm clothing as Mount Meru can be pretty chilly.Trekking Mount Meru Mt Meru ClimbingDuration: 4 Days/3 nightsLocation: Mount Meru, Arusha, TanzaniaDay 1: Arusha/Mariakamba HutMt.Meru Park Gate - Mariakamba: 4-5 hoursDrive from Arusha to the Mt. Meru park gate where you will be met by our game ranger and porters.
Hike for the few hours to Mariakamba Hut at 8,500 ft. From here you may wish to take an evening walk on the slopes to view wildlife at one of the watering holes in the crater.
Dinner and overnight rest at Mariakamba Hut, L,DDay 2: Mariakamba Hut - Saddle HutMariakamba - Saddle Hut: 3-4 hoursAfter breakfast hike to up to 11,500 ft to arrive at Saddle Hut. If time permits you can climb a little further on Mount Meru for a scenic view of the 'Roof of Africa', Mount Kilimanjaro.
This will also be part of more acclimatization. Overnight at Saddle Hut, B,L,DDay 3: Saddle Hut - Summit - Mariakamba HutSaddle Hut - Summit: 4-6 hoursAn early rise to hike all the way to the summit before the afternoon clouds cover the summit. From the summit, descend back to the 11,500 ft Saddle Hut in time for lunch. After lunch, hike down to Mariakamba Hut for dinner and overnight, B,L,D.
Day 4: Mariakamba Hut - ArushaBreakfast at the camp and a leisurely morning. Descend to the park gate to connect with your waiting transfer vehicle back to your Arusha Hotel, continue with other programs or depart, B.
Mt Ol Donyo LengaiOverlooking Lake Natron and the bushland of Kenya to the north, Ol Donyo Lengai, which means ‘the home of God’ in Maasai, is an active volcano and one of Tanzania’s most spectacular and undiscovered climbs. The volcano erupts sporadically, sending small streams of grey lava down the crater rim and spitting hot ash high into the air. The climb, undertaken overnight so hikers can experience sunrise over the Rift Valley escarpment, is highly challenging.
Safaris
We have a wide choice of carefully designed offers and activities: Adventure safaris, Tanzania camping safaris, luxury lodge safaris and wildlife safaris.Our safari choices lets you explore Africa's highest mountains, deepest lake, largest game reserve and the most abundant movement of wildlife in Tanzania.Let us help you discover the Tanzania magic with our best value prices for Safaris, Vacations and Holidays in Tanzania.Our team of dedicated travel experts will advise or guide you in all your travel and safari needs in Tanzania.
LAKE MANYARA / NGORONGORO1 NIGHT / 2 DAYS
ITINERARY DAY 01Depart Arusha and drive to Ngorongoro (190kms) for lunch.afternoon game drive of the Ngorongoro crater, the largest unbroken caldera in the world, surrounded by steep walls rising 610 metres from the crater floor. it measures between 16 to 19 kms across in diameter and has an area of 259 sq kmsdinner and overnight at ngorongoro
*DAY 02After breakfast, drive to lake manyara for an early lunch (60kms)afternoon game drive of lake manyara national park, the bird watcher’s paradise. this is where the tree climbing lions can be seen. thereafter drive back to arusha (130kms).
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TARANGIRE / NGORONGORO / SERENGETI / OLDUVAI / LAKE MANYARA5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS
ITINERARYDAY 01depart arusha to tarangire national park for game viewing (120 kms).lunch at the lodge*proceed over the great rift valley escarpment to ngorongoro crater (155 kms)dinner and overnight at the lodge
*DAY 02early breakfast, then proceed on a full day tour of ngorongoro crater with picnic lunchdinner and overnight at the lodge*DAY 03after breakfast, drive straight to the serengeti (145 kms) for lunch with game viewing en route.afternoon game viewing.dinner and overnight at the lodge*DAY 04after breakfast, full day tour of the serengeti plains (200 kms)picnic lunchdinner and overnight at the lodge
*DAY 05after breakfast, drive through the serengeti via the olduvai gorge to lake manyar (215 kms).picnic lunch en routedinner and overnight at the lodge*DAY 06after breakfast, morning game drive through lake manyara national park.lunch at the lodge*after lunch back to arusha (130 kms).
TARANGIRE / LAKE MANYARA / SERENGETI / LOBO / OLDUVAI / NGORONGORO6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS
ITINERARY DAY 01depart arusha for tarangire national park for game viewing.lunch at sopa lodge tarangire.afternoon proceed to lake manyara (95 kms)dinner and overnight at the lodge
*DAY 02early breakfast, morning game drive of lake manyara national park.lunch at the lodge*afternoon drive to the serengeti (205 kms) where more than 3 million large mammals live in total freedom, including the “big five”, elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo.dinner and overnight at the lodge
*DAY 03after breakfast, morning game viewing of the serengeti plains.lunch at the lodge *after lunch drive to lobo (80 kms)dinner and overnight at the lodge
*DAY 04after breakfast, game viewing in the northern serengeti.lunch at the lodge *late afternoon game viewing.dinner and overnight at the lodge
*DAY 05after breakfast, drive through the serengeti to ngorongoro via the olduvai gorge (235 kms).picnic lunch en route.dinner and overnight ngorongoro
*DAY 06after breakfast, proceed on a full day ngorongoro crater tour, the largest unbroken caldera in the world surrounded by steep walls rising 610 metres from the crater floor. this natural amphtheatre measures about 16 to 19 kms across in diameter and has an area of 259 sq kms.picnic lunch in the crater.dinner and overnight ngorongoro
*DAY 07after breakfast, drive back to arusha (190 kms)
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Great Tanzania with Spice safari.Northern Circuit safari & Zanzibar Island11 nights 12 days
Day 1:Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport to be met and transferred to Olasiti Garden lodge Or Moivaro lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 2:After a more relaxing breakfast drive across Maasai country and onto Tarangire National Park dotted by baobab trees and lovely birds. Game viewing all the way to Tarangire Sopa Lodge for lunch. Afternoon return to park to search for large group of game migrating from Maasai steppe. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 3:Morning game viewing after breakfast. Lunch at Kirurumu Tented Lodge and thereafter proceed to Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge overlooking crater below for dinner and overnight.
Day 4:Today is going to be a very special day!. After breakfast drive into crater floor 2000 ft below. This unique park has been labeled 'Garden of Eden' and home to Big Five (buffalo, lion, elephant, rhino and leopard) all living in close proximity. Since game viewing at crater floor is limited to half day you leave Ngorongoro area around 1300 and head further north crossing into Serengeti National Park. On the way visit Olduvai Gorge, birthplace of mankind. Picnic lunch and more game viewing all the way to Serengeti Sopa Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 5:Morning and afternoon game viewing at Serengeti National Park. Serengeti is probably the most famous game park in the world and starting point for wildebeest annual migration. The whole day will be yours to search and photograph some of most beautiful game on earth including giraffe, cheetah, kudu, eland, buffalo, lion hunting, antics of hyena, crocodile, zebra, wildebeest and many more. All meals and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge.
Day 6:After breakfast return to central Serengeti to search for more game and thereafter drive to Southern Serengeti and onto Ndutu Safari Lodge for lunch. Afternoon game viewing around Ndutu area until sunset. Dinner and overnight at your lovely lodge.
Day 7:After breakfast enjoy short game viewing at Ndutu before leaving for Wild Manyara Tented Lodge for lunch. Afternoon proceed to Lake Manyara National Park nearby famous for tree climbing lion, hippo and pink flamingo. The whole afternoon will be yours at Lake Manyara, returning to your camp in time for shower, dinner and overnight.Day
8:After a leisurely breakfast drive back to Arusha for lunch and short flight to Zanzibar where you will be met and transferred to Fumba Beach Lodge/ sea breeze/ Ras Nungwi for afternoon beach leisure and dinner.
Day 9 Beach Leisure at Fumba/Zanzibar (HB) i.e. Breakfast & Dinner onlyDay 10,Beach Leisure at Fumba/Zanzibar (HB)Day 11:Beach Leisure at Fumba/Zanzibar (HB)Day 12:Transfer to airport to connect short flight to Dar es Salaam arriving in time for onward flight.
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Wilderness Camping Safari
Day 1: TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK We will leave early in the morning after breakfast for Tarangire National Park. Your first experience of safari life will be the thrilling game drive through the vastness of Tarangire National Park. Game driving through the park, you will marvel at the beauty of this pristine wilderness which is very popular for it big groups of Elephants and giant Baobab trees. In the evening we will drive to our first wilderness camp for dinner and overnight. Overnight: Tarangire Public Campsite OR Tarangire Special Campsite
Day 2: LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK We will leave early in the morning for Lake Manyara National Park and arrive at park gate late morning. We will spend the rest of the day game viewing in the park and around the lake which is known for its big population of Flamingos. At sunset we will drive to our overnight campsite which is perched on the edge of Mto wa Mbu escarpment. Overnight: Lake Manyara Twigga Campsite
Day 3: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARKToday we will leave early in the morning after breakfast for Serengeti National Park. We will drive through the East African Great Rift Valley and the rift valley escarpment. We will proceed to drive along the Ngorongoro crater rim towards the Serengeti plains. We will stop at Olduvai Gorge, site of Louis and Mary Leakey's famous discoveries of man's ancient ancestors, the Zinjanthropus Bosei. We will take tour of the site and the museum. After the tour of the site we will take our picnic lunch and proceed with our game drive through the endless plains of Serengeti after lunch. We will be game viewing through the plains on our way to our second wilderness camp for dinner and overnight. Overnight: Serengeti Seronera Public Campsite OR Serengeti Special Campsite.
Day 4: SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK We will leave very early in the morning for sunrise game drive when animals are very active grazing on the grasslands and the predators are busy hunting. We will spend the entire day game viewing in the Serengeti and we will take a picnic lunch under an acacia tree. After lunch we will make our way through the plains, following the Seronera river valley while game viewing heading to Seronera, an area rich with wildlife year round and is set high on the saddle of tree-clad ridge commanding panoramic views over the endlessly rolling reaches and volcanic reefs of the Serengeti. We will stop at Retima Hippo pool to see Hippos and Crocodiles on the way back to the camp arriving just in time for sundowner, where you will have a chance to enjoy the spectacular view of the sunset on the plains with wildlife on the background. Overnight: Serengeti Seronera Public Campsite OR Serengeti Special Campsite
Day 5: NGORONGORO CONSERVATION AREA We will leave early in the morning for a half day game drive in the Serengeti plains. We will have our picnic lunch under an acacia tree at noon and afternoon we will drive towards Ngorongoro Conservation Area while game viewing on the way. We will take a stop to visit a Masai Boma (village) to learn and explore their culture and traditions.
We will have a chance to see them performing their traditional dances and if interested you can join in the dance to add something to your adventure resume! After the visit to the Masai, we will proceed with our game drive towards our next wilderness campsite located on the edge of the Ngorongoro crater rim with a very beautiful view of the crater. Overnight: Ngorongoro Simba Public Campsite OR Ngorongoro Special Campsite
Day 6: NGORONGORO CRATER TOUR We will leave very early in the morning for a game drive in the crater. We will spend the day exploring the Ngorongoro crater which is a World Heritage Site, home to nearly 25,000 animals, giving you a very real chance of spotting the big five: lion, elephant, endangered black rhino, buffalo and leopard plus countless other African mammal species. Witness the magnificent array of habitats, each with its own unique wildlife and flora.
Take time out to stretch your legs and enjoy a picnic lunch at Ngoitokitok Springs watching the hippos jostle for position in the water. Later in the day, we will leave the crater and drive back to Arusha with few stops at souvenirs shops which are beautifully decorated and full of high quality authentic artworks, sculptures, antiques, fabrics and textiles from Tanzania. We will arrive in Arusha for dinner. We will also provde you with a day room for you to fresh up before we transfer you to the airport for your flight home.
*DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PUBLIC AND SPECIAL CAMPSITES Public Campsites: They have toilets usually pit latrines and water source. The majority of these campsites are in reasonable conditions but some are not very pleasant. They are made to accommodate a lot of people and depending on the time of the year, they may be very busy or crowded. Special Campsites: They are smaller, more remote and rugged than public campsites with no facilities at all. The idea is that the area remains as close to pristine as possible.
Unlike public campsites which don't require bookings, special campsites must be booked in advance and they are twice as expensive as public campsite. In most cases, once you make a booking, the special campsite is reserved exclusively for your group there will be no one else that will be allowed to camp on that campsite. We will supply you with flushable portable toilets and temporary camping showers if you choose to use special campsites. It is normal to have animals visiting the camp at night.
Chimpanzee tracking safaris:
3 days - Gombe Stream NP
day 1Arrive in Kigoma. Shuttle service from airport or railway station to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. Sightseeing in Kigoma town and visit the Dr. Livingstone memorial in Ujiji on the way. Lunch at Sangara restaurant. Depart to Gombe National Park by boat. Dinner and overnight in Gombe Luxury Tented Camp.
day 2Breakfast at the lodge/rest house. Game viewing at the park. Climb to the Kakombe waterfalls and Jane's Peak. Lunch at the camp. Depart to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel by boat. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner at Sangara restaurant. day 3Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to the airport or railway station.
6 days - Gombe Stream NP
day 1Arrive in Kigoma. Shuttle service from airport or railway station to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel for overnight. Lunch at Sangara restaurant. Sightseeing in Kigoma town. Visit the Dr. Livingstone memorial. Lunch and dinner at Sangara restaurant. day 2After breakfast departure by boat to Gombe NP. Game viewing and chimpanzee tracking in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight in Gombe Luxury Tented Camp.
day 3Breakfast at the camp. Game viewing and chimpanzee tracking. Climb to the Kakombe waterfalls. Afternoon at leisure. Meals and accommodation in the camp. day 4 After breakfast game viewing and chimpanzee tracking. Climb to Jane's peak. Afternoon at leisure. Meals and accommodation in the camp.
day 5After breakfast game viewing and chimpanzee tracking. Lunch in the camp. Departure by boat to Kigoma. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner at Sangara restaurant. Overnight in Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. day 6Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to the airport or railway station.
5 days - Mahale NP
day 1Arrive in Kigoma. Shuttle service from airport or railway station to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel for overnight. Lunch at Sangara restaurant. Sightseeing in Kigoma town. Visit the Dr. Livingstone memorial. Dinner at Sangara restaurant.
day 2After breakfast departure to Mahale National Park by boat. Visit the Mahale Park Information Center at Park headquarters. Afternoon at leisure. Meals and accommodation in Nkungwe luxury tented camp. day 3Breakfast at the camp. Game viewing and chimpanzee tracking in the reserve. Lunch at the camp. Boat safari on the Lake. Dinner and overnight in the camp.
day 4After breakfast departure by boat to Kigoma. Afternoon at leisure. Lunch and dinner at Sangara restaurant. Overnight in Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. day 5Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to the airport or railway station.
8 days - Mahale and Gombe Stream NP
day 1Arrive in Kigoma. Shuttle service from airport or railway station to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel for overnight. Lunch at Sangara restaurant. Sightseeing in Kigoma town. Visit the Dr. Livingstone memorial at Ujiji. Dinner at Sangara restaurant.
day 2After breakfast departure to Mahale National Park by boat. Snacks & Drinks at half way point. Visit the Mahale Park Information Center at the Park H/Quarters. Afternoon at leisure. Meals and accommodation in Nkungwe luxury tented camp. day 3Breakfast at the camp. Game viewing and chimpanzee tracking in the reserve. Afternoon boat safari on the lake. Meals and overnight in the camp.
day 4After breakfast game viewing and chimpanzee tracking. Lunch at the camp. Afternoon fishing by boat on the lake. Dinner and overnight in the camp.
day 5After breakfast departure to Kigoma. Afternoon at leisure. Lunch and dinner at Sangara restaurant. Overnight in Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. day 6After breakfast departure to Gombe National Park by boat. Game viewing and chimpanzee tracking in the reserve. Climb to the waterfalls. Afternoon at leisure. Meals and accommodation at Gombe Luxury Tented Camp.
day 7After breakfast game viewing and chimpanzee tracking. Climb to Jane's peak. Lunch at the camp. Departure by boat to Kigoma Hilltop Hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Meals in Sangara restaurant. day 8Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to the airport or railway station.
TANZANIA NATIONAL PARKS
Arusha National Park
This park has three distinct zones: Ngurdoto Crater (often called the 'mini-Ngorongoro'); the shallow alkaline Momella Lakes fed by underground streams (upon which rest thousands of lesser and greater flamingoes, and many migrant birds can be seen between May and October); and the densely forested slopes of Mount Meru (one of the rewarding mountains to climb in Africa and where, among other animal species, live blue monkeys and beautiful black and white colobus monkeys).
Other attractions in the park include the elephant, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, hippo, various antelopes, leopard and hyena. The park is 21 km from Arusha on the main Arusha to Moshi road. A network of gravel roads and tracks navigable by two wheel-drive vehicle link the park's main features and viewing points. Nevertheless, a few roads require 4WD vehicles. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Momella Lodge
in Arusha town:
Dik Dik Hotel
Impala Hotel
Mountain Village Lodge
Novotel Mount Meru Hotel
Gombe Stream National Park
Located a few kilometers north of Kigoma , on the western part of Tanzania, is the smallest but one of the best known of Tanzania's National Park’s made famous for its primates and the research center of world renowned Dr. Jane Goodall. Gombe Stream consists of a narrow mountainous strip of country stretching along the eastern shore of Lake Tanganyika and running inland about 5 km to the peaks of the mountain range forming the rift escarpment. The thick gallery forests of the valley and lower slopes, and the open deciduous woodland on the upper slopes.are the few places where chimpanzees can still be found in their natural habitat. Since 1960, Dr. Jane Goodall and colleagues have studied the primates here. Other primates which may be seen in the park include: Baboon, Red Colobus Monkey, and Blue Monkey.
And the birdlife include the African and the trumpeter hornbills, Ross's turaco, pied and giant kingfishers, and the crowned eagle. Access to the park is only by water vessel from either Kigoma or Ujiji. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Guest House and "hostel" which consists of several huts (bring all provisions)
Katavi National Park
This remote and difficult park to reach (strictly recommended for those of an adventurous spirit) lies on a high flood plain surrounding Lake Kitavi, to the south of the Mahale Mountains. The main vegetation found here is the Miombo woodland. It has a wide variety of wildlife (crocodile, hippo, leopard, lion, roan and sable antelopes, southern reedbuck, topi, eland, elephant, and one of the largest herds of buffalo, with as many as 1,600 animals) and offers excellent game viewing with a real wilderness atmosphere. The diverse woodland, acacia bush, lakes and swamps have attracted over 400 species of birds, including large flocks of pelicans. Other attractions are Lakes Katavi and Chada, which are joined by the River Katuma. The best months to visit are July to October. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Designated camp sites within the parkHotels and lodges are at Mpanda, 40 km north
Lake Manyara National Park
This relatively small park is divided into five distinct vegetation zones: ground-water forest, marshland and reed beds, open grasslands and acacia woodland. In a single day, a visitor may see elephant, buffalo, zebra, hippo and the curious lions which have a habit of resting in trees. Sheltering under the massive escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, and covering an area of 325 sq. km, this park is a flash of green amid an otherwise parched landscape. A line of springs support the lush vegetation of a groundwater forest, where blue monkeys, baboons and the curious-looking silvery-cheeked hornbill live, among the more than 350 bird species, the most profuse being the flamingo. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Gibb's Farm
Lake Manyara Hotel
Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Maji Moto Luxury Tented Camp
Lake Nyasa
Also known as Lake Malawi, Lake Nyasa is the most southerly of the Rift Valley lakes and is also, biologically, the most diverse. For example, the lake contains 30 per cent of the world's cichild species - colorful fish easily observed in the clear water. [IPS]
Lake Tanganyika
The lake is the longest fresh water lake in the world (677km), and the second deepest (1433m), with over 250 species of fish. Its great age, isolation and stability have made it a marvelous evolutionary storehouse. Nearly all of the lake's cichlids are unique as are some species of crabs, mollusks and crustaceans. All these make it a truly remarkable biological habitat. [IPS]
Lake Victoria
Africa's largest and the world's second largest freshwater lake, this lake supports fishing communities along its shores as well as commercial operations. [IPS]
Mahale Mountains National Park
Located at Ujiji on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, where Stanley is reputed to have met Livingstone and given the famous greeting "Dr. Livingstone, I presume". The Mahale Mountains, like Gombe, are one of the last natural home to chimpanzees and are rich in birdlife. The park is a unique ecological zone with lowland forest, Miombo and open woodlands, moist and dry Savannah grasslands. Wildlife in the park includes primates, kudu, eland, roan and sable antelopes, giraffe, buffalo, elephant, lion and leopard. Access is by boat or plane, both of which are available for charter. There are no roads and all game viewing is done on foot. It is virtually the only Tanzanian park where you can walk around. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Nare Sero Luxury Tented Camp
Mikumi National Park
Located astride the main Dar to Mbeya highway, to the north of Selous Game Reserve and only 283 km from Dar-es-Salaam, the park is an important educational center for students of ecology and conservation, having been established to protect the environment and resident animals. The Mikumi flood plain is the main feature of the park along with the bordering mountain ranges. It has a landing strip and is home to, among others, the buffalo, zebra, giraffe, lion, wild dogs, python, monitor lizard, hartebeest, wildebeest, elephant hippo, impala, warthog, eland and antelope. Birds include the hammerkop, saddle-bill stork, and the malachite kingfisher. The vegetation is made up of woodland, grassland and swamp. There are two water holes, Mkata and Chamgore. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Mikumi Wildlife Lodge
Morogoro Hotel
Mount Kilimanjaro
The snow-covered splendor of the highest mountain in Africa is visible on a clear day from more than 250 kms away. Kilimanjaro rises from the vast open plains. First mentioned by Ptolemeus (a 2nd Century Greek philosopher and geographer), the largest mountain in Africa and highest free standing mountain in the world, has proved a magnet to climbers, naturalists, travelers and explorers over the centuries. Only three degrees from the equator, the Victorians believed Kilimanjaro's snow to be a flight of fancy for many years. Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and stands at 5,895 meters, three degrees south of the equator. The mountain, a dormant volcano, has two peaks - Kibo and Mawezi, which are surrounded by dense forests full of dazzling variety of flora and fauna. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Kibo Hotel (at base)
Marangu Hotel
Mountain Inn
Ngorongoro Crater / Ngorongoro Conservation Area
This vast protected area stretches from Lake Natron (the breeding ground for East Africa's flamingos) in the northeast, to Lake Enyasi in the south, and Lake Manyara to the east. Eight million years ago, the Ngorongoro Crater was an active volcano but its cone collapsed, forming the crater that is 610 meters deep, 20 kilometers in diameter, and covers an area of 311 sq. km. Spectacular as it is, the crater accounts for just a tenth of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The crater is home to many species of wild game and birds. With the exception of impala and topi (due to fierce competition with the wildebeest) and the giraffe (because there is not much to eat at tree level), almost every species of African plains mammal lives in the crater, including the endangered black rhino, and the densest population of predators in Africa. A strange thing is that the crater elephants are mainly bulls. The birdlife, which includes the flamingo, is mainly seasonal, and is also affected by the ratio of soda to fresh water in Lake Magadi on the crater floor. Views from the rim of the crater are sensational. On the crater floor, grassland blends into swamps, lakes, rivers, woodland and mountains. You can descend to the floor of the crater in a four-wheel drive vehicle. Only 4WD vehicles are allowed into the crater and game rangers are compulsory for all. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
Olduvai Gorge
Olduvai, more accurately called Oldupai after the wild sisal in the area, is situated near the Ngorongoro Crater and is the site of some of the most important finds of early hominid fossils of all time (made famous by the work of the Leakey family) - The "Nutcracker Man" or Australophithecus boisei who lived 1.8 million years ago. There is a small informative museum located at the visitor center. The gorge is a treasure trove of archeological sites filled with fossils, settlement remains and stone artefacts. Lecture tours are offered. [IPS]
Accommodations:
see Ngorongoro Crater
Ruaha National Park
At 13,000 sq. km, it is the second largest Tanzanian park and the world's largest elephant sanctuary. The park represents a transition zone where eastern and southern African species of fauna and flora overlap. It is the northernmost example of Miombo woodland, common in central Africa, and the most southerly protected area in which Grant's gazelle, lesser kudu and striped hyena are found. To be able to see both greater and lesser kudu and roan and sable antelope in the same park is one of the special attractions of Ruaha. In the dry season, the river is an excellent place for observing large numbers of game including lions, leopards, hunting dogs, giraffe, waterbuck, eland and warthogs. Thousands of birds flock to Ruaha on their annual migration from Europe to Asia, and 465 bird species have been sighted in the park. The park's residents include kingfishers, plovers, hornbills, green wood hoopoes, bee-eaters, sunbirds and egrets. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Msembe Camp
Ruaha River Camp
Selous Game Reserve
The pristine reserve, a World Heritage Site since 1982, comprises an area of 55,000 sq. km, covering about six per cent of Tanzania's land surface. Larger than Switzerland, it is the world's largest game reserve and second only to the Serengeti in its concentration of wildlife. It is also the sanctuary of the biggest elephant herd in the world, about 32,000 elephants live in the reserve - 70 per cent of those in Tanzania. The reserve is difficult to describe without the use of superlatives.
Named after British hunter and writer Frederick Courteney Selous who was killed during the First World War in the Beho Beho region (of the reserve), the reserve is part of the 75,000 square kilometer Selous ecosystem, which includes Mikumi National Park, the Kilombero Game Controlled Areas . Nature experiences include a boat safari on the mighty Rufiji, walk on the wild side and ornithology (over 350 species). [IPS]
Accommodations:
Mbuyu Safari Camp
Rufiji River Camp
Sand River Camp
Sand Rivers Selous Nomad Safari
Selous Safari Camp
Stiegler's Gorge Camp
Serengeti National Park
Covering an area of 14,763 square kilometers, equal in size to Northern Ireland, the world famous Serengeti National Park is Tanzania's oldest park, and one of the world's last great wildlife refuges. It is contiguous with Kenya's Masai Mara Game Reserve and stretches as far as Lake Victoria to the West. Its name comes from the Masai word Siringet, meaning 'endless plains'. The Serengeti ecosystem supports the greatest remaining concentration of plains game in Africa, including more than three million large mammals. It is the sanctuary of an estimated four million different animals and birds. The animals roam the park freely and in the spectacular migrations, huge herds of wild animals move to other areas of the park in search of greener grazing grounds (requiring over 4,000 tons of grass each day) and water. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Grumeti River Camp
Kijireshi Tented Camp
Kirawira Serena Camp
Klein's Camp
Lobo Wildlife Lodge
Migration Camp
Ndutu Safari Lodge
Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Seronera Wildlife Lodge
Tarangire National Park
The park's permanent water supply ensures a huge and varied animal population, especially during the dry season when it rivals that of the Serengeti. The animals include large herds of elephants, rhino, buffalo, zebra, lesser and greater kudu, eland, wildebeest, hartebeest, Gerenuk, impala and fringe-eared oryx. This attractive park, with its statuesque baobab trees, is the main refuge for wildlife from the surrounding part of the Great Rift Valley during the dry season. It is also an excellent place for birdwatching. The best birdwatching months are October to May. [IPS]
Accommodations:
Tarangire Safari Lodge
Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Udzungwa is one of Tanzania's largest park's but accessibility is severely limited-game drives are not possible, and therefore only trekking expeditions can be organized into the wilderness.
The park hosts six species of primate, two of them are of endemic forms - the Red Colobus Monkey and the Sanje Crested Mangabey, discovered in 1979. The large resident populations of Elephant, Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Wild Dog and Sable Antelope reside primarily on the side of the mountain range which is presently inaccessible. Other attractions of this park include the spectacular mountain scenery with rain forest, wooded grasslands, rock faces, rivers and waterfalls; the falls on the Sanje River which drops some 170 m through the forest and into the valley below; and the mountain plateau with views of over 100 km, much of it across a mosaic of mountain forest and grassland.
ECO - TOURISM
NORTHERN TANZANIA
ILKIDING'A: You will be shown Maasai Boma, the oldest African irrigation system and experience waarusha cultural and enjoy traditional food. You will also walk into the house of the traditional healer who will answer historical questions. Craftsmen group will show you small wooden stools, jewellery, knives and traditional clothing.
ILKUROT: Its located 20km west of Arusha city along Nairobi road. Here you will have trekking experience of Ngorora Hill, thereafter visit Maasai Boma to have true experience of African Culture on general Maasai life, Maasai dancing group and visit Maasai colourful market.
LONGIDO: Near the Kenyan boarder, Namanga in Longido you will have a unique experience taming animals by camel ride, learn and even act the Maasai way of life. Animal and Bird watching experience is what you can never miss a day in Longido.
SAPUK: In a cultural tour in Sapuk you will visit the amazing Waterfall, beautiful forest catchment, Hollytree view of the city of Arusha. The more you spend time in the tour the most you enjoy tour and learn more.
ENGARUKA: Situated 63 km north of Mto wa Mbu, on the road to Oldonyo Lengai and Lake Natron is one of Tanzania’s most important historic sites. Some 500 years ago, a farming community of several thousand people developed an ingenious irrigation and cultivations system. For unknown reasons, the farmers left Engaruka around 1700. Many questions remain unanswered who were the people living in Engaruka, how did they come to develop such an ingenious, farming system and who did they finally leave Engaruka?
BUSHMEN: There are people who live in the forest near Lake Eyasi called “Bushmen” They live like ancient man depending on gathering fruits, hunting animals and live in caves or forest. They don’t wear clothes. The cultural tourism visit to this area will enable you to see them. Natural walking is taking place around the area. The tour takes two/three nights and there are five campsites which can offer accommodation.
MTO WA MBU: Situated adjacent to Lake Manyara National Park. In Mto Wa Mbu is the only point in Africa where 4 languages meet; the Nilotes, Cush*tes, Bantu and Hamites a unique cultural feature in the World. A point in Tanzania where anthropology is most diverse. Visit to Maasai boma, dancing, market, schools and community project will be offered. Maasai village visit to foster the true experience of most complex cultural experience in Africa is a gift will be hard to forget in your entire life. Hike the rift valley wall and view the Lake Manyara.
MONDULI JUU: Situated 50km North West of Arusha on the road to the Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. You will experience the walking and trekking of Monduli Mountains, visit Maasai women on Jewellery and handcrafts. The "Kona Saba" escarpment climb, medicinal herbs tour, evergreen rain forest tour and a rest at astonishing panorama's overlooking the rift valley, Oldonyo Lengai Lake Natron...
NORTH PARES: Forests and Moors Tours - Half and fully day hikes, but tours of several days can be arranged. Highlights : clan forest and moorlands, historic centers of ceremony and magic; irrigation, dike, and drainage systems; traditional healers and potter; historical sites and relic; spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, plains, area likes, South Pares, Usambara, Mkomazi Game Reserve.
MARANGU / MAMBA: Mountain climbing enthusiasts will be advised to visit the home and memorial of the late Yohano Lauwo, a Marangu and native who accompanied Dr. Hans Meyer on the peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro in 1889.
You can also learn about the Chagga culture by visiting a traditional Chagga house with straw roof. You can visit the Chief Mangi area where the first court and primary school of the Northern region are still functioning. You will be able to pass historical sites of clan wars where the Chagga used large caves to hide themselves when the fought with Maasai.
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements - Moderates walking for local culture experience, but many hikes are quite strenuous; some sites reachable by 4x4, and there are rewarding auto or foot tours to the plains. Food and Drink - Beverages and local food available in Usangi town; traditional meals can be arranged. What to be Bring - Hiking shoes, warm clothing. Accommodations - Guest houses ad rooms in privates homes, a school rest house; camping (bring your gear); day to trips from Moshi or Same. Getting There - 2 -3 hours by car from Moshi (4x4 during rains) via Mwanga on main Moshi / Dar es Salaam / Tanga road.
KISANGARA: Its located 62 km South East of Moshi in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro. The Plains Pare Tours - Half and full days: visit the natives economic and cultural projects including carpentry workshop, brick factory, sisal plantation, local - beer brewery; Lembeni Herbal Hospital; forest hiking in Kindoroko Mts. Spice - garden tour; fishing and boating on Nyumba ya Mungu (House of God) Lake. Physical Requirements - Moderate walking. Food and Drink - Catering facilities in Kisangara. What to Bring - comfortable walking shoes; sun cream and hat Accommodations - Self-contained cottages, campsites (bring your gear) day trips from Moshi and Same. Getting There - by bus or car, 62km from Moshi on main Arusha - Moshi - Dar - Tanga road.
SOUTH PARES: View point Headquarters Tours - Half o 3 days; caves where Pares hid from slave raiders; myriad viewpoints in all directions (Mt. Kilimanjaro, Usambara, Maasai Steppe, Mkomazi Game Reserve, Taita Hills) forests and moors, historic German-era buildings; traditional healers and crafts people farmers and women's groups. Most sports accessible by car or 4x4. Visit Mkomazi, a botanic as well as zoological wonder. Physical Requirements - Brisk walking, steep hills. Food and Drink - Meals in villages or at Hill-Top Tona Lodge, Mbaga Hills, can be arranged; snacks beverages, water in stores. What to bring - Comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing. Accommodations - Hill-Top Tona Lodge, quaint pre-WWI German buildings; local home stays are available, especially on overnight hikes; camping (bring your gear.) Getting There - By car (4x4 in rains), entering mountains from Dar \Moshi road or via Kisiwani on east side, north of Mkomazi; by bus from Same.
EASTERN TANZANIA
SAADANI VILLAGE
While in Saadani National Park cultural tourism is a major experience in Saadani Village within the park. You will get to hear of historical information about Saadani. You will have also an opportunity to taste a day freshly catch from the Indian Ocean.
WEST USAMBARA: Is situated in the North Eastern part of Tanzania between Mount Kilimanjaro and the Indian ocean. Visit to superb viewpoints on the edge of Mountain, walk through dense natural forests and along small rivers that race downhill and visit development projects, traditional pottery village and see vast number of beautiful butterflies
GEZAULOLE: Situated on the coast, South of DAR ES SALAAM, half an hour drive from Kigamboni ferry side. You will experience the village life and enjoy the quiet Beaches, bird watching and the village handcrafts.
PANGANI: Situated about 50km South of Tanga, that is in the extreme North-Eastern corner of Tanzania at the Indian Ocean Coast. You will have a Pangani town tour including historical buildings, visit a former slave labour camp and slave market site, cruise the vast coconut plantations and fish with local fishermen.
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