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Udzungwa Mountains
A paradise for hikers and nature lovers — ancient rainforest with endemic primates, stunning waterfalls, and pristine hiking trails.
Highest Point
2,570m
Duration
1-2 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
"Udzungwa is absolutely beautiful and breath-taking, I fell in love with the whole journey, from the hike all the way down to the waterfall. The views, service, atmosphere, vibes and everything else was fantastic and very nice. I highly recommend this Mountains National Park!"
About the Park
Udzungwa Mountains National Park is a paradise for hikers and nature lovers who prefer rainforests to glaciers. Unlike most Tanzanian parks, Udzungwa is not a destination for traditional vehicle safaris; instead, it is an "island" of ancient forest that must be explored on foot.
The park is world-renowned for its incredible endemism. It hosts several species of primates found nowhere else on earth, including the Iringa Red Colobus and the Sanje Crested Mangabey. The terrain is steep and rugged, covered in a thick canopy that keeps the trails shaded and humid.
The reward for the climb is often a series of stunning waterfalls that plunge into crystal-clear pools, perfect for a mid-hike swim.
Quick Facts
Specialty
Primate trekking and birdwatching
Key Feature
Sanje Waterfalls - 170m drop in three stages
Vegetation
Lowland rainforest to mountain forest and grasslands
Accessibility
Southern Tanzania, great stop-over to Ruaha or Nyerere
Activities You Can Do
Sanje Falls Hike
A half-day trek to the top of the falls for a swim in the natural plunge pools
Mwanihana Peak Trek
A challenging two-day hike to the highest point in the park (2,570m) for incredible views
Primate Tracking
Join a specialized guide to locate the endemic mangabeys and colobus monkeys
Night Walks
Explore the forest edge after dark to see chameleons and nocturnal bushbabies
Location
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Discover the Galapagos of Africa with its endemic primates, stunning waterfalls, and pristine rainforest trails.
