#SOUTHERN CIRCUIT
Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Udzungwa is the largest and with most biodiversity and a chain of a dozen large forest-swathed mountains that rise majestically from the flat coastal scrub of eastern Tanzania. Known collectively as the Eastern Arc Mountains, this archipelago of isolated massifs has also been dubbed as the African Galapagos for its treasure-trove of endemic plants and animals, most familiarly being the delicate African violet.
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#SOUTHERN CIRCUIT
ABOUT Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Udzungwa Mountains National Park is perhaps Tanzania’s most important sanctuary of terrestrial biodiversity. Udzungwe has many other mammals and maybe safari is not the typical safari game you’d expect of Tanzania National Parks. Is an esoteric safari destination for true nature lovers. Its mountains are fascinating to bird watchers, with at least 400 recorded species, 25 endemic. Six species of primate can also be spotted cavorting in the trees as well.
Udzungwa is best known for its network of hiking trails through its tropical rainforest. Hikers may wish to pay a visit to the startling 170m high Sanje Waterfall or brave the more challenging two day trek to the top of the Mwanihana Peak for its spectacular views of the park.
Along the way, hikers can expect to see some of the park’s endemic flora and fauna, the most famous of which is the beautiful African violet.
Day Hiking Trails in Udzungwa National Park
- Prince Bernhard Falls (1 km, ½ hr, height gain 30-80m)
- Sonje Waterfall Trail (3 km, 1-2hr, height gain 120m)
- Sanje Waterfall Trail (6 km, 4-5 hr, height gain 450 m)
- Njokamoni Trail (5 km, 4-5 hr, height gain 400m)
- Hidden Valley Trail (14km, 6-8 hr, height gain 1000m)
- Habituated Sanje Mangabey Trek
Overnight Hiking Trails in Udzungwa National Park
- Sanje Waterfall Trails – 2 Days/ 1 night (9 km, height gain 450m)
- Mwanihana Peak – 3 days/ 2 night (38 km, height gain 1850m)
- Lumemo Trail – 5 days/ 4 night (65 km
EXPECTED TO SEE
ACTIVITIES
Hiking
Mountain Climbing
Camping
When To Visit?
Possible all year round although slippery during rainy seasons. The dry season is June-October before the short rains however be prepared for rain anytime.
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES SOUTHERN TANZANIA SAFARI
These are sample itineraries that will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Southern Tanzania, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Southern Circuit national parks
These are sample itineraries that will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Southern Tanzania, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
