The main tourist route in Tanzania is from the National parks in the North to Zanzibar in the East.
During your journey you can explore authentic Tanzania, enjoy the mountains and the prestine beaches at the swahili coast.
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1. Start your journey in Arusha or Moshi
Take an affordable taxi
Check out the bus time table
Ask your tour operator
2. Visit Mkomazi National Park
Mkomazi National Park offers a more tranquil, off-the-beaten-path experience, showcasing rare species like rhinos and African wild dogs
Places to stay:
Inside the park:
MkomaziView camp
Mkomazi Wilderness Retreat
Outside the park:
Miamba Villa
Book your safari:
Shambaa eco tours Lushoto
Mambogreen expeditions
More information:
tour operators
www.mkomazi.info
3. Continue to Mambo-Mtae
Visit MamboViewPoint for breathtaking panoramas of the Usambara Mountains, a tranquil eco-retreat, and immersive cultural experiences with the local community.
Hotels in Mambo-Mtae:
Mambo View Point Ecolodge,
Guides andactivities:
Usambara Eco Tours
More information:
Usambara Mountains region
4. Explore the Usambara Mountains/Lushoto
Visit Lushoto for its serene mountain retreats, lush greenery, and vibrant cultural heritage, nestled in the heart of the Usambara Mountains.
For a 4 day hike from Mambo to Lushoto or the other way around:
Shambaa eco tours Lushoto
Usambara Eco Tours ,
Mambo View Point Ecolodge,
Hotels in Lushoto:
Avocado lodge
IrenteView (15 min out of Lushoto town)
JavaHotel (15 min from Lushoto town)
Lawns Hotel
Hotels in Mkuzi: 30 minutes from Lushoto town)
Mullers Mountain Lodge
Swiss Farm
Guides and activities
Outdoor adventure:mitiasilia.co.tz
Guides: Shambaa eco tours
Birding guide: Aloys +255 743 123 901
Usambara Eco Tours ,
More information:
Usambara Mountains region
5. Visit Amani national park
Visit Amani Nature Reserve to explore Tanzania’s lush Eastern Arc Forests, teeming with unique biodiversity, rare bird species, and tranquil waterfalls perfect for nature enthusiasts.
Hotels in Amani
Camp Mawingu
Emau forest camp
Magoroto Forest estate
Guides and activities
Birding guide: Aloys +255 743 123 901
Magoroto Forest estate
6. Visit the beach
Visit Tanga and Pangani beaches for serene, uncrowded shorelines, rich Swahili history, and charming coastal villages, offering a more authentic and tranquil alternative to Zanzibar’s bustling resorts.
Hotels North of Tanga:
FishEaglePoint,
Villa Matelai +255683143832
Hotels near Pangaani
Bahari Pori
Capricorn Beach cottages
Go with the northern sun,
Kingfischer resort
Pangani Cliffs Lodge
Peponi Beach resort
Hotels near Ushongo
Emayanibeach
TheBeachCrab
Kijongobay resort
Hotels in Tanga
Mkonge hotel
Panori hotel
Tanga Beach resort
More information:
Coastal region
Tanga-town
7. Visit Sadaani National park
Saadani National Park is the only place in East Africa where wild savannah wildlife meets the Indian Ocean along pristine, palm-fringed beaches.
Hotels in Saadani
Kisampa
8.Visit historical Bagamoyo
Bagamoyo is a historic coastal town in Tanzania where centuries-old Swahili culture, colonial heritage, and quiet palm-lined beaches come together in a uniquely relaxed atmosphere.
Hotels in Bagamoyo
Firefly
9. Continue to Zanzibar or any other destination
Flights and ferry from Tanga or Pangaani available!
Check out the bus&ferry time table