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6-Day Usambara Mountains Hiking Expedition (Group Tour)

6-Day Usambara Mountains Hiking Expedition (Group Tour)

Offered by: USD Safari Tours
4.9/5 (1600 Reviews)
Journey Snapshot
🗺 Tanzania ⏱ 6 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Lushoto Magamba Rangwi Mtae and Moshi
Overview Day by Day Rates Inclusions Getting There Offered By
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Usambara Mountains, one of Tanzania's most scenic and biodiverse mountain ranges, on this 6-Day Group Trekking Expedition with Kitano Tours & Safaris. Located in the Tanga Region, the Usambara Mountains are renowned for their lush rainforests, dramatic cliffs, panoramic viewpoints, picturesque villages, and rich cultural heritage. This expedition combines challenging hikes, spectacular scenery, authentic village experiences, and overnight stays in comfortable lodges and camps, making it an unforgettable adventure for nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts.

Route

Start Lushoto (Day 1)
Day 2 Magamba
Day 3 Rangwi
Day 4 Mtae
End and Moshi

Tour Features

Day 1: Moshi – Lushoto – Irente Viewpoint Day 2: Lushoto – Magamba Rainforest Trek Day 3: Lushoto – Rangwi – Mkuzi Waterfalls Day 4: Mtae Ridge Trek Day 5: Village Trails & Cultural Experience Day 6: Lushoto – Moshi

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Lushoto, Magamba, Rangwi, Mtae, and Moshi
  • Duration: 6 days
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
kindoroko hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
2
kindoroko hotel
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
3
kindoroko hotel
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
4
kindoroko hotel
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
5
kindoroko hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
6
No accommodation
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Moshi – Lushoto – Irente Viewpoint
⏱Morning 🏨kindoroko hotel 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Depart from Moshi in the morning and drive to Lushoto, the gateway to the West Usambara Mountains. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before beginning a short afternoon hike to the famous Irente Viewpoint, offering spectacular panoramic views over the Maasai Plains. Visit nearby villages and local markets before checking into your lodge for dinner and overnight. Accommodation: Lodge in Lushoto Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 Lushoto – Magamba Rainforest Trek
⏱Morning 🏨kindoroko hotel 🍽Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, begin your trek through the beautiful Magamba Rainforest, home to ancient trees, colorful birds, butterflies, and black-and-white colobus monkeys. Learn about the forest's unique biodiversity while enjoying peaceful hiking trails. Stop for a picnic lunch before continuing through scenic landscapes and returning to your lodge.
Day 3 Lushoto – Rangwi – Mkuzi Waterfalls
⏱Morning 🏨kindoroko hotel 🍽Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Today's adventure takes you through traditional Shambaa villages, rolling hills, and fertile farmland before reaching the scenic Mkuzi Waterfalls. Relax by the waterfall, take photographs, and enjoy a refreshing break before continuing your trek through the surrounding countryside.
Day 4 Mtae Ridge Trek
⏱Morning 🏨kindoroko hotel 🍽Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, hike along the spectacular Mtae Ridge, one of the most scenic trekking routes in the Usambara Mountains. Enjoy breathtaking views across valleys, forests, and neighboring Kenya on clear days. Visit local villages, interact with residents, and learn about traditional farming and daily life.
Day 5 Village Trails & Cultural Experience
⏱Morning 🏨kindoroko hotel 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Spend the day exploring picturesque mountain trails connecting remote villages. Visit local schools, community projects, and small farms while learning about the traditions, customs, and hospitality of the Shambaa people. Enjoy a traditional home-cooked lunch before continuing your scenic hike.
Day 6 Lushoto – Moshi
⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely walk through the town of Lushoto or visit a local market for souvenirs before departing for Moshi. Stop for lunch along the way and arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your memorable Usambara Mountains Hiking Expedition.

Rates

From: $700 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

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Inclusions

Included
  • Return transportation from Moshi
  • Professional English-speaking mountain guide
  • Local hiking guide
  • 5 nights' accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Entrance fees to all attractions
  • Guided hiking tours
  • Bottled drinking water
  • First aid kit
  • Government taxes and levies

Exclusions

Not included
  • International and domestic flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Laundry services
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Lushoto

End: and Moshi

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

Offered By

USD Safari Tours
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