Mto wa Mbu is a small town and green oasis in the vast Maasai plains around Lake Manyara National Park, where you find rice and banana plantations due to the excellent water availability. This is where the tour by tuk-tuk (or bajaji as they say in Swahili) starts. This 3-wheel motor vehicle originated in India and is perfect for use on minor roads. A maximum of 3 people can sit at the back, and during the tour, you can just tell your driver if you want to stop somewhere. The tuk-tuk drive is one of Ilmaasai Expedition favorite excursions. Imagine driving around in a tuk-tuk, surrounded by lush greens, while you pass all sorts of typical little houses and narrow roads. The first part of the tour goes through the village of Mto wa Mbu itself, after which you head for the forest. On the way you pass several farms, banana plantations, a brewery and a local artist, and on the way back you visit a Tanzanian school. The complete tour takes one to two hours, but on request, it can be shorter or longer. It’s also possible to do this tour by mountain bike. Do you like this activity? Let us know, we are happy to help you!

Canoe safaris are a great way to have fun and relax at the same time, while you experience nature from another perspective – from the water! One option is to take your canoe to the small crater lake of Lake Duluti, close to Arusha town. Surrounded by forest, this lake has breathtaking scenery and rich bird life. Spot eagles, kingfishers and darters while you glide over the water of this beautiful little lake. Another option is to combine your visit to Arusha National Park with a canoe safari. Here, it is possible to see hippos, giraffes, buffaloes, flamingos and other animals during your time on the water. This is a peaceful and relaxing experience, with just the sound of flowing water and tropical birds around you. Both excursions are led by an experienced guide to guarantee your safety. Do you like this activity? Let us know, we are happy to help you!

Mount Meru in Arusha is the highest mountain in Tanzania after Mount Kilimanjaro. It is a dormant volcano that lies closely to Arusha National Park, and nature is beautiful here. During this 45-minute hike you pass an amazing amount of gorgeous and gigantic flowers and plants, while tropical birds and maybe even Colobus monkeys can be seen in the trees. Your guide will tell you about the nature surrounding you, and about the traditions of the people living in the area who make up for a unique tribe. The refreshing water of the waterfall is a lovely reward after a hike that can be steep at times. You have to be reasonable fit for this excursion, which is best to be avoided in the rainy season when paths get slippery. Do you like this activity? Let us know, we are happy to help you!

The ride takes place on the Wildlife Estate and whether you are a complete beginner or an advanced rider, it is an opportunity and experience for everyone. If you wish to, the activity can also be organized somewhere else, for example in any other national environment. It is also often done at Longido area or Lake Natron as you can see on the pictures.Those with little horse riding experience can enjoy a gentle hack along dusty tracks where wildebeest and antelopes graze contentedly. Led by experienced guides, one can explore the meandering paths, spotting a rich array of wildlife like zebras, wildebeests, eland and other gazelles and antelopes along your way. Regularly seen on the horse ride is one of the most elegant and rarest mammals found in Tanzania – the Gerenuk. Do you like this activity? Let us know, we are happy to help you!

Meserani Snake Park houses snakes and reptiles that can be found in Tanzania. An experienced guide, who can tell you all about these animals, will accompany you. During the tour you will learn how the snakes defend themselves, where they live in nature and what they eat. There is also a bird sanctuary in the park and you can see different kinds of crocodiles and turtles. In the Massai Museum the Maasai tell you everything about their culture and even explain step by step how they build their houses. You will also learn more about their special holidays and rituals. The biggest difference to a visit of a Massai village is that in this museum you will go a little bit deeper into the way of life of the people of the Massai culture, the background of the tribe will be explained more detailedand there will be no demonstrations like there are in a Maasai village. Would you like to ride a camel? This is also possible here! If you can negotiate well, you can ride a camel for a short distance for just a few dollars. Do you like this activity? Let us know, we are happy to help you!

The essence of a night game drive Add another dimension to your daily game drives and enter the world of Africa’s nocturnal predators on a thrilling night drive. Night drives at Lake Manyara National Part are particularly spectacular, with the moon reflecting off the lake. After an early dinner, leave the lodge at about 20h00 and explore the park for approximately three hours. Your expert guide will take you through the park’s diverse habitats in search of nocturnal animals and sounds, giving you a completely different perspective of the lake and the Rift Valley Escarpment. The wild animals in this park are in top notch condition, due to the dependable water supply year round. There is an abundance of elusive animals that are rarely seen in the day, but that are incredibly active at night. Keep your eyes open, and hopefully you will be lucky enough to spot shy genets, lithe civet cats and prickly porcupines. Possibly easier to see will be the massive hippos happily foraging under a leafy tree on the road side.  Fleeting leopards often wander around the park and, even though it is not a given that you will see one, there are regular sightings of them. The kings of the jungle, the golden lions, pride themselves on sleeping all day so fortunately, you are sure to seen them as they are most mobile at night. Do you like this activity? Let us know, we are happy to help you!

Mount Kilimanjaro Day Hike Trip Overview Day by Day Inclusions and Exclusions About the Kilimanjaro Day Hike Climb Mount Kilimanjaro within one day hike. This hike has probably been on your bucketlist for a while now and if you don’t have the time or budget (or both) to climb it, then this is definately your best option. You’ll get up really high and have the single best view on the mountain, without having to pay the full price. Get a nice taste of the highest mountain in Africa: Mt. Kilimanjaro at 5,985m tall. Kilimanjaro day hike: What to expect The day trip to Mt Kilimanjaro starts around 5:00AM from Arusha (or even earlier to avoid traffic) or at 6:00AM from Moshi. Depending on the location of your ho(s)tel, the journey will take 1:30-2.30hours. From Arusha/Moshi you’ll depart with your guide after an early breakfast to start the drive to Kilimanjaro National Park and begin the Kilimanjaro day hike. Kilimanjaro Marangu day hike involves going up to the first camp Mandara hut (2720m) and come back via the same route on the same day. There is a drive about 45km from Moshi town which will take 1 hour. At Marangu gate you have to do some registrations and pay the park entrance fee to get a valid permit to start the hike. Marangu gate is 1879m above sea level and the distance to Mandara hut is 8km (16 km round trip), which will take 3 to 4 hours for each direction. How fit should I be:  It’s ‘just’ a day hike, but the fast paith and elevation make it quite exhausting. So don’t underestimate this hike. It is definitely challenging.  What to wear:  The most important one is to bring good, closed shoes on the Kilimanjaro day hike. If you want to walk up all the way on your high heals, that’s perfectly fine, just don’t complain if it gets tough. Due to the altitude, an extra set of warm clothing is also strongly advised. It can get wet in the lower rainforests, so come prepared with some waterproof clothing or a drybag with extra socks/shirt.  Day Hike Kilimanjaro Options: Regular: Around $280-300 p.p. depending on group size Budget: Around $210-230 p.p. depending on group size Marangu Route Day Hike: From $160p.p. (Note that this takes a different route. Allthough still amazingly beautiful, it’s a little less scenic than the other route, but also varies greatly in cost. *This Day trip is both possible as a private excursion or it is possible to join a group. If you’d like to join a group. Please send us an enquiry and we will find a group for you to join Day 1 :from hotel to kilimanjaro peak You will be picked up in the morning at your hotel(moshi/arusha/bomang’ombe) and taken to the Kilimanjaro National Park Gate (Marangu Gate, 1860m). The drive will take approximately 1-3 hour. Once the necessary gate registration has been completed, your trek can begin and you will soon be hiking through the dense Kilimanjaro rainforest. Alongside the impressive vegetation, you will have the chance to catch a glimpse of black and white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys and various bird species. Our knowledgeable English-speaking guide will inform you about Kilimanjaro and will explain the different species of plants and animals you will see. You will also meet mountain climbers descending from the top, and perhaps some of them will tell you of their experiences and you can start to dream about a climb of your own! After a 3-4 hour hike, you will reach Mandara Hut (2700m), where you will have a well-earned rest and lunch. Your guide will then take you on a short hike (15 minutes walking distance) to the Maundi Crater, where you can enjoy wonderful views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Northern Tanzania and Kenya. Once you have thoroughly enjoyed the views, you will return to the Marangu Gate (2-3 hours walking distance), where your vehicle will be waiting for your transfer back to your hotel. On your return journey you can enjoy the sunset and the day‘s memories. price include All prices are based on USD and include: English speaking guide, transportation from/to Moshi, all national park fees, lunch box, bottled water, all mentioned activities according to the itinerary. This is a private trip and hence the group will only consist of the people you chose to travel with. For children the following discounts apply: 1 child under 5 years 100 % (further children under 5 years 50 %), 5-12 years 50%. Children with a 100% discount are not included in the total number of travelers. The stated children’s discounts are limited to 2 children per private trip. If more children (up to and including 12 years) travel with the group, we are gladly prepared to make you an individual offer. You may pay for this tour in USD or equivalent in TZS (Tanzanian Shillings) on the date of the tour in cash. INQUIRE THIS TOUR

Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour Itinerary Overview Day by Day Inclusions and Exclusions Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour From Bean to Barista – our coffee-powered tour! Nestled in the patchwork foothills of magnificent Kilimanjaro lies the beautiful village of Materuni, home to our Chagga friends and famous for its aromatic, rich coffee. On this fragrant and fun day out you’ll get a chance to make your own cup of coffee the proper way and you’ll find out the secret to the perfect cup of coffee from the local Chagga people. Next you’ll hike the short but challenging route to the Materuni Falls and you can stand under the waters as they cascade into a tranquillity pool that’s safe for bathing. And you’ll want to jump straight in – after getting sweaty (ok, glowing!) from your hike, there’s nothing more soothing than floating in the cool waters. Enjoy your packed lunch before or after your swim – there are no rules! Day 1 : Materuni Waterfalls & Village Materuni is the home of the Chagga tribe and is still an authentic tribal village. This charming place is just 15km away from Moshi Town and is the last village before the Kilimanjaro National Park. You will be picked up in Moshi in the morning, by our English-speaking guide, who will drive you to Materuni Village. Upon arrival, you will register at the village office and your trip can begin. First you will visit the waterfalls, which are around a 40 minute walk away. On the way, your guide will inform you about the culture of the Chagga, village life and explain the surrounding fauna and flora. The views are truly breathtaking, and with some luck you will see the summit of Kilimanjaro. When you reach the waterfalls, you will see that they are more than 80 meters high. The pool at the bottom of the waterfall is an inviting place for a refreshing swim so don‘t forget your swimwear! After having enjoyed the scenery, you slowly return with your guide to Materuni village, where you will experience a traditional Chagga lunch. You also will have the opportunity to taste our local banana beer – definitely not to be missed! But that’s not all. Next the coffee experience awaits you. Here you will learn how coffee is cultivated, dried, roasted and further processed. You will also be invited to help with the grinding of the coffee, which is traditionally accompanied by Chagga songs and dances – a fun way to immerse yourself in the local culture. Before you say goodbye and return in the afternoon to Moshi, you can savour the coffee you made and appreciate the views of the surrounding rainforest. The Trip Cost Includes Transfer from Moshi and back; Entry ticket; Guided tour at the coffee plantation, waterfalls and local village; Lunch; Soft drinks and water The Trip Cost Excludes Tips for the guide INQUIRE THIS TOUR

Arusha National Park Day Trip Trip Overview Day by Day Inclusions and Exclusions Home to Mount Meru, Arusha National Park is one of the smaller parks in Tanzania. It’s perfect for a day trip, not only thanks to its size but also because of its proximity to both Arusha and Moshi. It’s the only park that offers this advantage. So if you’re on a budget or have a strict time limit, this might just be the perfect trip for you. Don’t worry, the diversity of wildlife and landscapes is incredible, and you won’t be disappointed! Overview Arusha National Park has an awe-inspiring blend of vegetation which includes swamp, grasslands and montain forest and, of course, the mountain slopes of Meru which are swathed in tropical rainforest. It’s a unique eco-system that attracts thousands of animals and birds. Our Forgotten Pearl Day Safari will give you the opportunity of getting up close and personal to the animals on a walking safari, but also lets you take in the landscapes on a glorious game drive. Duration: +- 12 hours Driving time: 3 hours, return + game drive Day 1 :  We’ll pick you up from your accommodation in Moshi (or Arusha) around 7 in the morning and drive for about 1,5 hours before we reach the entrance of Arusha National Park. From here you’ll drive to Momella gate, where an armed ranger will be waiting for you to start a walking safari. Yes, you read that right! Arusha National Park is one of the few parks to offer this option, and we highly recommend it as it allows you to get really close to the animals. If you wish to skip the walking, we can also arrange a full-day game drive for you, please just let us know during your reservation. You’ll almost certainly see zebras, giraffes, baboons, buffalos and colobus monkeys, and with a bit of luck maybe you’ll even spot an elephant or a leopard. The landscapes are stunning as well, with the Momella lakes and the Ngurdoto crater as absolute highlights. Around the lakes, you’ll also be able to see hundreds or thousands of flamingos. After a picnic lunch, we’ll take you on a game drive that will last for most of the afternoon, to discover even more places that are not reachable during the walking safari. You’ll be back in Moshi between 7 and 8 pm approximately. The following services are included in our package Entrance fees for Arusha National Park Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof from your hotel in Moshi to the park and back Walking safari with a ranger and game drive in the park Professional, English-speaking guide Picnic lunch Drinking water Binoculars (at least 1 in the car) Not Included Personal items Tip for safari guide INQUIRE THIS TOUR

Kikuletwa (Chemka) Hot Springs Trip Overview Day by Day Inclusions and Exclusions Maji Moto, known locally as Kikuletwa Hotsprings, is a paradisiac oasis amidst the Tanzanian savannah, offers captivating, Bounty-styled views, crystal-clean water, and dense vegetation around. Chemka Hot Springs is the best place to visit after or before a Kilimanjaro hike or a safari adventure. Chemka oasis is a unique phenomenon – it is the only place in Tanzania (and most likely in the whole of East Africa), where the groundwater actively interacted with geothermal sources, forming several small lakes with warm, never-stagnating water. Its purity is not inferior to the best Dominican or Maldivian resorts. Feel free to contact our experts to know more about the Chemka Hot Springs adventure! Travelers to Tanzania usually base in Arusha or Moshi in between hiking trips and safaris. While recovering from multi-day tours and hiking trips one of the best things to do is a day trip to the Chemka Hot Springs, also known as the Kikuletwa Hot Springs. Just 1.5 hours from Arusha and nearby Moshi Town, this is one of the hidden gems of Tanzania that you need to visit. The water is crystal clear in this jungle oasis where you can relax all day and even enjoy rope swings, tire tubing, and some high jumps out of the trees. This beautiful mineral spring originates from Kilimanjaro ground waters The Chemka Hot Springs are about 40 kilometers away from Moshi, in the homonymous village called Chemka. They are underground springs with warm water. The water forms a clear and clean pond which is ideal for swimming. The pond is very deep, in some places up to 10 meters, but the water is so clear that you can see the bottom well all the time. The pond is situated under lush trees. On the shore you can camp, enjoy your snacks and let yourself dry after swimming. Day 1 :Kikuletwa (Chemka) Hot Springs We will pick you from Moshi/Arusha in the morning . The ride to the hot springs takes about an hour and leads partly over bumpy slopes. First we go past sugar cane plantations, then we come to the African scrubland. Dried river beds, baobab and acacia trees accompany us on our way. The hot springs of Kikuletwa, also known as Chemka Hot Springs, are close to the village of Rundugai and are one of the most beautiful places in Tanzania to relax. The small pond is surrounded by palm and fig trees with winding roots. In the morning, Blue Monkeys can often be observed in the trees, whilst the crystal clear, turquoise water invites you to a refreshing bath. Although they are called hot springs, the water in Kikuletwa is not truly ‘hot’ but refreshing, as the water source is fed by Kilimanjaro itself. Enjoy a wonderful day in just the way you want, in the sun dozing, chatting with the locals at the small bar, or swimming – you determine the course of this day. At noon we will have a picnic lunch, and in the late afternoon we return relaxed to Moshi. The Trip Cost Includes o Transfer from Moshi and back; o Entry ticket; o Picnic lunch; The Trip Cost Excludes International Airfare Visa Charges Hotel Expenses Your travel and medical insurance Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc Food and accommodations  Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter. INQUIRE THIS TOUR