Driving Safaris

This is an option you can add to your safari packages if you want to add cultural sightseeing to your trip. During booking, let us know what interests you in terms of cultural activities and we will accommodate you. These walking excursions are at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro and include activities with the local tribes. There are also seven waterfalls in the vicinity, unique flora with tree, flower and fruit nurseries and fauna.

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Day 1 : Mamba - Marangu

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• Morning visit to the ancient sites in the Makundi area. You can enter the Laka Holes, large hiding caves which were used to protect women and children during the Maasai-chagga Wars. 

• Mountain climbing enthusiasts will be delighted to visit the home and memorial of the late Yohano Lauwo.

• Walking tours through Marangu also offer breathtaking scenery. Visit Kinukamori, Moonjo or Mteshane waterfall depending on your physical condition. Learn more about the Chagga culture. Visit the oldest church in Kilema.

• Visit the first coffee tree planted in Tanzania by an Irish missionnary 100 years ago. Participate in the processing of the coffee from coffee berry picking to coffee drinking at the farm. See and participate in the preparation of local brew, ‘mbege’ – banana beer.

• A light climb up Ngangu hill with it’s fantastic view is a pleasure. On clear days the snow of Kibo Peak is so close, the plains so wide and the Pare Mountains to grab.

• A visit to the African Art Centre that houses a collection of ancient and modern sculptures, carvings and paintings

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