3-Day Udzungwa Peaks & Waterfalls (Lodge or Camp)

Overview

A refreshing Udzungwa Mountains trek with two highlights: the Sanje Waterfall hike and a full-day push to the Mwanihana ridge/peak for wide views, forest wildlife, and birding. Best paired with Mikumi stays; from Dar es Salaam we recommend an overnight near Mikumi both before/after.
Drive times: Dar → Mikumi ~5–6 hrs; Mikumi ↔ Udzungwa ~1–1.5 hrs.

Itinerary

Day 1: Mikumi/Morogoro → Udzungwa (Sanje Waterfall)
  • Morning transfer to Udzungwa Mountains NP; meet your park hiking guide.

  • Sanje Waterfall hike (moderate; ~3–5 hrs) with natural pools and viewpoints; watch for Udzungwa red colobus and Sanje mangabey.

  • Check in at your lodge or camp; dinner and overnight.

  • Early start with packed lunch; ascend through rainforest to the Mwanihana ridge/peak (full day; route and pace tailored by guide).

  • Picnic on the trail; chances for forest birds and monkeys.

  • Descend mid–late afternoon; return to lodge/camp for dinner and overnight.

  • Relaxed morning: optional short forest/birding walk or village visit (time permitting).

  • Check out and drive back to Mikumi/Morogoro (or onward to Dar es Salaam).

safari booking

Safari Booking
  • Udzungwa NP entry & trail fees

  • Park hiking guide (Sanje + Mwanihana)

  • 2 nights accommodation (lodge or camp) on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

  • 4×4 transfers from Mikumi/Morogoro (Dar on request)

  • Bottled drinking water and government taxes

  • Transfers from Dar es Salaam (if not specified)

  • Drinks at the lodge, laundry, and personal trekking gear

  • Optional activities (village visit, extra walks)

  • Tips & gratuities

  • Travel insurance, visas, flights, and any items not listed as included