8 Days Culture and Beach Experience
Moshi - Kilimanjaro Hiking - Mkomazi N.Park - Lushoto - Pangani - Bagamoyo - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam
8 Days Culture and Beach Experience
Moshi - Kilimanjaro Hiking - Mkomazi N.Park - Lushoto - Pangani - Bagamoyo - Saadani - Dar Es Salaam
Day One
Kilimanjaro / Moshi
Arrive at the Kilimanjaro International Airport, meet and greet by a representative of Mwebesa Tours & Travel and transfer to your hotel in Arusha, booked on bed and breakfast. Overnight stay at The African Tulip Hotel.
Day Two
Kilimanjaro Hiking
Today after breakfast you will be transferred to the heart of Mt. Kilimanjaro for hiking and Cultural tour , this guided hike by the guides from the village leads to panoramic viewpoints ideal for photographing waterfalls and Mount Kilimanjaro, it also give you the Opportunities to experience Chagga culture with a visit to a traditional Chagga houses Overnight stay at the Marangu Hotel.
Day Three
Mkomazi National Park
After breakfast,you will leave early in the morning with picnic lunch for Mkomazi National Park which is home of large herds of giraffe, eland, hartebeest, zebra, buffalo and elephant, endangered species found there are black rhino and wild dogs both of which were reintroduced in 1990
The birds in Mkomazi National Park are numerous, over 400 species are recorded. Doves, hornbills, weavers and guinea-fowl are all present in large numbers; other species are martial eagle and violet wood-hoopoe. Dinner and overnight at Babu Camp
Day Four
Lushoto
In the Morning drive to Lushoto for a day hiking in the famous Usambara Mountains, Usambara mountains is unspoiled region and wildlife includes the elegant Colobus monkey, blue monkeys and a wide variety of birds. In the rain forest euphorbias, giant ferns, palms, acacias, lobelias, palms, and fig trees are all found. Dinner and overnight at Mullers Mountain Lodge.
Day Five
Pangani
In the Morning drive to the beach town of Pangani, the name is derived its from the river flowing from Mount Kilimanjaro, it portrays vestiges of its rich, historical past. The place was occupied by the Arabs between 975 AD and 1888, the German between 1888 and 1916 and the British from 1916 and 1961, is vividly reflected in the town’s architecture. A walk tour also include visit to the Swahili people and spend the quality time with them which will absolutely leave you with a profound impression. Dinner and overnight at Emayani Beach Lodge.
Day Six
Bagamoyo
Today you depart after breakfast and drive to the famous historical colonial sites in Bagamoyo.The town has more diversity than some other areas of the country perhaps due to its proximity to Dar es salaam so many ethnic groups, including the Wakwere, Wazaramo, Wazigua, Wamaasai, and Swahili ,although the Swahili culture dominates, many different peoples and cultures coexist in Bagamoyo,Visit places such as, Kaole Ruins, Roman Catholics Mission, Bagamoyo Art College, German Boma,German Hanging place and Bagamoyo beaches. Dinner and overnight at Paradise Beach Resort
Day Seven
Saadani National Park
This day after breakfast, drive to Saadani National Park where the beach meets the bush. This is the only wildlife sanctuary in East Africa to boast an Indian Ocean beachfront; the park has got all the attributes that make Tanzania’s tropical coastline and islands so popular with European sun-worshippers. It offers a unique combination of both marine and mainland flora and fauna in a culturally fascinating setting. About 30 species of larger mammals are present as well as numerous reptiles and birds. Besides many species of fish, Green turtles, Humpback whales and dolphins. Dinner and overnight at Saadani Safari Lodge
Day Eight
Transfer to Dar Es Salaam International Airport
On the Morning of day 8 leave the Saadani National Park to Dar-es-Salaam for a town tour and shopping. Transfer to the airport in the evening for your flight home.