Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Southern Circuit

Experience Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Located just outside Mikumi about an hour and a half drive, Udzungwa is the optional mountain trekking space. At the top of the mountain, you are rewarded with a spectacular view of the Sanje Waterfalls while being accompanied all the time with different species of monkeys and baboons without forgetting a variety of bird species.

The hike lasts for 7 hours making it ideal for anyone with any fitness level with an hour lunch break.  You are able to enjoy a hike without demanding too much of your body!

Activities that can be done in Udzungwa Mountains National Park

A visit to Udzungwa Mountains National Park is an early morning adventure into one of Tanzania’s most biodiverse and scenic landscapes. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you wouldn’t want to miss, with lush forests, waterfalls, and dramatic mountain valleys offering breathtaking views at every turn.

Guided hikes and nature walks are the most popular activities in the park. Traveling on well-marked trails with an armed ranger, you can discover rare wildlife including the Sanje mangabey, various monkey species, and a rich variety of reptiles and insects, all thriving in the park’s pristine rainforest ecosystem.

Bird watching and waterfall explorations are other highlights when visiting Udzungwa Mountains. Spot hundreds of bird species, enjoy serene forest trails, and marvel at the park’s cascading waterfalls, making your visit a truly unforgettable experience in one of Tanzania’s hidden natural gems.

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