3 Days 2 Night West Usambara Mountains

3 Days 2 Night West Usambara Mountains

The Usambara Mountains. Are home to an unspoiled tropical forest that is rare in East Africa and of great ecological interest. The valuable ecology of the Usambara is seeking increasing protection by conservation organizations and some donor countries like Norway.

The tropical forests are home to endemic bird species including the Naduk eagle owl (Bubo vosseleri), the Usambara Akalat (Sheppardia montana), Amani sunbird, green-headed oriole, southern banded snake eagle and the Usambara weaver (Ploceus nicolli).

In addition to learning about the conservation needs of this mountain range and doing some spectacular birding, there are ample opportunities for hiking with stunning viewpoints over the forested mountains.

Itinerary

Day 1: Tanga City to West Usambara Mountains

Stop At: Usambara Mountains, 2300 Tanzania
After breakfast around 7.30am departure from Tanga City by Private car to West Usambara Mountains (Lushoto) arrive at 10.00am and then proceed for hikking to Magamba Rainforest and Irente view point (Combined Tour, Lunch will be served at Near byIrenteViewPoint.Later on around 5.30pm back to Lushoto Town for Dinner and Overnight.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Dinner
• Lunch
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Kakakuona Lodge in Lushoto Town

Day 2: Hikking from Lushoto To Mtae

Stop At: Soni Falls, Usambara Street/Independence Avenue, Lushoto Tanzania
After breakfast departure from Lushoto Town to Mkuzu/Soni waterfalls and the later on proceed hiking to Mtae.Dinner and overnight in Magumba Lodge or Mambo Cliff inn.
Duration: 8 minutes

Meals included:
• Dinner
• Lunch
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Magumba Lodge or Mambo Cliff Inn

Day 3: Half Day tour in Mtae to Tanga City

Stop At: Usambara Mountains, 2300 Tanzania
After breakfast have a short tour in the mountains and the later on proceed to Tanga City, Dar or Arusha it will depend on your to tour vocation.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Dinner
• Lunch
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Mkonge Hotel or Lulu Image Hotel