Usambara Mountains – West Usambara Mountains: Lush Paradise on Foot 4 days

Usambara

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Price

From $400

Duration

4 days

Max People

15

Min Age

Tour Type

2.CLIMBING & TREKKING

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Overview

Route: Lushoto Town - Mambo Caves - Shume Magozi Waterfall - Bomole Forest Reserve - Mazumbai village - Lawa Hill viewpoint - Kwamkoro village

Activities: Embrace the thrill of trekking through the verdant Bomole Forest Reserve, teeming with ancient trees and vibrant birdlife. Discover the mystical Mambo Caves, adorned with natural rock formations and echoing with local legends. Take a refreshing dip in the cascading Shume Magozi Waterfall, enveloped by the rainforest's emerald embrace. Witness breathtaking panoramas from Lawa Hill, where rolling valleys meet the distant plains. Engage with the warm hospitality of the Washambaa people in traditional villages like Mazumbai and Kwamkoro.

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Tour Plan

Day 1

Arrive in Lushoto and check into your hotel.
Spend the afternoon exploring Lushoto town, visiting the German Boma (colonial district), and the informative Deutschen Verein Museum which offers insights into the region's history.
In the evening, enjoy a delicious meal at one of Lushoto's many restaurants, savoring the fresh local cuisine.

Day 2

- After breakfast, embark on a guided hike into the lush rainforests of the West Usambaras. Hike through a tapestry of green, encountering towering trees, colorful birds, and cascading waterfalls.
- Your guide can point out unique flora and fauna, including endemic species like the Usambara eagle-owl and the Amani sunbird.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the rainforest scenery.
- In the afternoon, arrive at a local village homestay, where you can experience the traditional way of life in the Usambaras. Interact with the villagers, learn about their culture, and enjoy a home-cooked meal.

Day 3

- After breakfast at your homestay, embark on another hike, exploring a different section of the West Usambaras. Depending on your interests, you could visit a scenic viewpoint, a refreshing waterfall, or a hidden cave system.
- In the afternoon, return to Lushoto town. Spend some time relaxing or exploring the local shops and markets.

Day 4

- Depending on your departure time, you may have some time for further exploration in Lushoto or the surrounding area. You could visit the Shume Magali waterfalls, go horseback riding in the scenic countryside, or visit a nearby coffee plantation to learn about Tanzania's coffee production.
- Depart from Lushoto and head back to Arusha or your next destination.

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