Country
Tanzania
DURATION
10 days
Route
Mto Wa Mbu
Grade
Moderate
ALTITUDE
Sea Level
Daily Activity
Approx
5-7 hrs
Dates Available
01 – 10 Feb 2025
19 – 29 June 2025
01 – 10 July 2025
01 – 10 Aug 2025
01 – 10 Sept 2025
16 – 26 Oct 2025
Price
Early Bird Price until 31 Dec 2024.
Deposit €399 on booking.
Expedition Africa
Highlights
This immersive trekking experience offers encounters with the Hadzabe tribe, the last remaining hunter-gatherers in East Africa, and the chance to witness Maasai traditions.
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Hike the Usambara Mountains, a trekker’s paradise, and connect with local communities through activities like pottery making. Plant a tree and contribute to Tanzania’s conservation efforts, all while creating unforgettable memories that go beyond the wildlife. Join Expedition Africa and discover the soul of Tanzania.
Expedition Africa
Trip Details
Day 1
Arrive Kilimanjaro International Airport.
After immigration, retrieving your bags, and clearing customs, our representative, identifiable by a Jason Black Mountaineering sign, will transport you to our hotel in Karatu.
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Day 2
Karatu – Lake Eyasi
After breakfast in the hotel you will depart for Lake Eyasi safari. A visit to the Hadzabe lands offers a unique and unforgettable glimpse into ancient culture. Lake Eyasi is situated at the southern western end of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area between Great Rift valley Eyasi escarpment and Kidero mountains, just 133km west of Lake Manyara. Around afternoon you will rich Mto wa mbu where you will have picnic lunch then the trip continue. Enjoy the Hadzabe tour walking in the bush with the only hunter gatherers remaining in the East African Region.
Activities include
Discover plant species used by Hadzabe for making poison arrows.
Identify indigenous roots, tubers, fruits, and herbs.
Participate in hunting, collecting fruits and wild honey gathering.
Practice the local skills of using a bow and arrow during hunting activities.
Experience a bushman trekking adventure and visit bushman cave paintings
Day 3
Lake Eyasi – Maasai Village
After delicious breakfast at our camp, it will mark the begging of cultural trip to interact with the Maasai and learn about their culture. You will get to learn about their daily activities, customs and traditions, gender roles, traditional food and ceremonies. This is the opportunity to let the anthropologist in you out and learn about completely foreign way of life. After the trip you will be brought back to your hotel in Moshi.
Activities
Learning traditional dance
Trying your hand at beadwork
Day 4
Lushoto – Usambara
After breakfast at the hotel, you will drive to Lushoto to begin the Usambara trek. You will take a short break in the afternoon and eat lunch before continuing. Overnight dinner and breakfast at Lushoto Irente Farm.
Activities
Traditional cookery class with traditional village women.
Day 5
Lushoto – Mkuzi
A 12.3km journey through the majestic Magamba forest, reaching an elevation of 1400m.
Activities
Water fall swims
Bird watching
Colobus monkey spotting
Engaged in local faming activities.
Day 6
Mkuzi – Lukozi
18Km trek through charming villages nestled amidst the Usambara Mountains.
Activities
Bird viewing
Spotting colorful chameleons
Meeting local village people
Day 7
Lukozi – Rangwi
an 11.7km trek reaching a peak over 2,100 meters, taking roughly 7 hours. This rewarding climb offers stunning views and the chance to give back by planting a tree.
Activities
Tree planting.
Learn more about the use of trees locally.
Day 8
Rangwi – Mambo Viewpoint
The grand finale, a 14.5km journey (roughly 4 hours) to Mambo Viewpoint. This scenic route boasts an elevation of 1910m and unforgettable panoramas of Tanzania’s sprawling plains. Keep your eyes peeled for the majestic Kilimanjaro and rare Taita Falcons soaring through the skies.
Activities
Spotting rare Taita Falcon
Cave viewing
Day 9
Mambo – Sunga Village
Wind down with a leisurely 5.3km stroll to Sunga Village. Here, immerse yourself in the artistic heritage of the region by learning the age-old craft of pottery making from local artisans.
Activities
Pottery making
Day 10
Mambo View – Airport
After a hearty breakfast, enjoy a comfortable transfer back to Kilimanjaro airport, where your expedition concludes.
For detailed information, download our Information Pack below.
Includes
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All accommodation for the entire trip.
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All transportation in-country.
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All Meals for the entire trip, 3 meals per day.
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All group gear on the climb (sleeping tents, dining supplies. and tents, toilette tents, first aid, etc.)
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Porter service on the trek.
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All staff including guides cooks and local support staff.
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All permits and tour fees.
For detailed information, download our Information Pack below.
Excludes
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International flights airfare to/from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
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Porter/guide tips – you pay $200 in total each.
For detailed information, download our Information Pack below.
Practical Info
Frequently asked questions
The following frequently asked questions may help answer any queries you have about Jason Black Mountaineering, what this expedition involves, and what is required. If your question isn’t answered here please check our dedicated Expert Advice page, otherwise don’t hesitate to get in touch.
What accommodation is included?
Will the expedition cost include travel?
We will cover all transport costs detailed within an expedition programme. This will exclude international flights to and from the destination countries. It is your responsibility to ensure these align with the start and finish of the expedition.
No experience required, but good fitness is a bonus.
This adventure requires no purchase of specialist equipment, and involved using standard trekking clothing. We will provide a full kit list for this trip during booking.
You may pay your deposit and balance using any lawful means. If sending money by electronic bank transfer then you will be responsible for covering the cost of the fees associated with the transfer, so that the company receives the full amount shown on your invoice, in the denomination shown on your invoice.
- On Booking your expedition our returns policy can be viewed here
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have sufficient personal Insurance for this expedition. Your policy must provide cover for:
No High altitude insurance is required.
Travel insurance – Flight cancelation – exped cancelation.
Medical injury or sickness Insurance is required.
Helicopter evacuation in an emergency situation.
Repatriation to country of residence.
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Due to unanticipated reasons, for example, injury, family issues, work commitments, etc., clients may need to cancel their trip before the start or during the expedition. Considering these factors, it’s better to be prepared for the possibilities.
As mentioned in the Terms and Conditions of Jason Black mountaineering, the company is exempt from being liable for different expenses that may occur in case of different emergencies or unforeseen situations. Both facts point out the requirement of a client to purchase an elaborate travel insurance plan in their place of origin that protects their interest in case of trip cancellation, helicopter evacuation, medical emergencies, other illnesses, lost luggage, theft, disasters, death, and so on.
You are free to pick your insurer however look for an arrangement that covers trip postponement and cancellation, rescue, and covers medical as well. Guarantee it doesn’t have limitations on the height you will climb, prohibitions on the exercises you are embracing, or the places you will be visiting. Protect yourself with the right insurance so you can go on your expedition with peace of mind and focus more on your climbing.
Please make sure to send us a copy of your insurance policy before you start your expedition so that we can assist you in any case of an emergency.
