Usambara Mountains: 6-Day Guided Trek with Accommodation

Embark on a captivating 6-day trek through the Usambara Mountains, a hidden gem in Tanzania renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity.
Embark on a captivating 6-day trek through the Usambara Mountains, a hidden gem in Tanzania renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich biodiversity. Traverse lush rainforests, tranquil tea plantations, and charming Maasai villages while soaking in the stunning vistas of rolling hills and deep valleys. Encounter a diverse array of wildlife and exotic plant species, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture through interactions with friendly residents. Each day offers new scenic wonders and cultural experiences, making this journey an unforgettable exploration of one of East Africa’s most serene and picturesque regions.

Day 1: Arrival in Mkuzi (1564 m) via Lushoto
You can arrive from Daressalaam 6-8hrs, Moshi 6 hrs or Arusha 8 hrs. Change from Mombo to Lushoto. Be picked up in Lushoto and taken to Mkuzi village by private transfer. Enter Magamba rainforest where you can visit the German Cave and Kigulu Peak. On your way you can spot numerous black and white colobus monkeys. You can also find chameleons and hundreds of species of butterflies. Overnight at Mullers Mountain Lodge.

Day 2: Mkuzi (1564 m) to Lukozi (1746)

Shortly after leaving your accommodation, stop at the beautiful Mkuzi Waterfalls. Enjoy the sound of the water and watch the magical scenery of this serene paradise. After a nice stop at the waterfalls, continue your hike on a small path through the KJ forest. At some villages you might stop to try locally brewed banana beers. The path itself offers some beautiful viewpoints as you hike up and down small winding trails until you reach Lukozi Village for overnight.

Day 3: Lukozi (1746m) to Rangwi (1913m)

Today starts with a steady hike over small trails. After 2 hours of uphill trekking through beautiful forests and plantations, the view widens up and you will have great overviews of the surrounding hills. O

Day 4: Rangwi (1913m) to Mambo Village (1976 m)
Time: 5 hrs
Distance: 14km
Start your day with a walk to the deep part of the Shagayu Jungle. Hike up and down to the small waterfalls called Kadecho Waterfalls. Walk along the ridge to Mambo View Point. From here you can see Kilimanjaro on a clear day, Tsavo National Park in Kenya, Mkomazi National Park, Pare Mountains and the two lakes Ndungu and Kihurio. Overnight at Mambo View Point Lodge.

Day 5: Mambo Village to East Usambara Mountains (via Lushoto)

Watch the magical sunrise and enjoy the spectacular view while enjoy a hot tea or coffee before driving back to Lushoto. From here be taken to the East Usambara Mountains where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Magoroto Lake. If you still have enough energy you can make an easy hike to some waterfalls nearby for swimming or you can relax at the lake to enjoy the sunset.

Day 6: East Usambara Mountains to Lushoto & Departure

After a nice breakfast near Magoroto Lake it is time to say goodbye to Usambara National Park. Be taken back to Lushoto from where you can continue to Daressalaam or Kilimanjaro.

لضمان التوفر، احجز في أقرب وقت ممكن. الحجز المبكر يستحق النظر خاصة إذا كنت تخطط للرحلة خلال موسم الذروة مثل العطلات العامة أو عطلات نهاية الأسبوع.

يمكنك إلغاء هذه الرحلة بدون تكلفة حتى 24 ساعات قبل بدء الرحلة. إذا قمت بالإلغاء بعد 24 ساعات أو لم تحضر في الرحلة، فسيتم تحصيل السعر الكامل للنشاط. التأخر في الاستلام أو المغادرة سيعتبر كعدم حضور.