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MOUNT UDZUNGWA CLIMBING – REACH TO THE TOP OF AFRICA

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Brooding and primeval, the forests of Udzungwa seem positively enchanted: a verdant refuge of sunshine-dappled glades enclosed by 30-metre (100 foot) high trees, their buttresses layered with fungi, lichens, mosses and ferns.

Udzungwa is the largest and most biodiverse of a chain of a dozen large forest-swathed mountains that rise majestically from the flat coastal scrub of eastern Tanzania. Known collectively as the Eastern Arc Mountains, this archipelago of isolated massifs has also been dubbed the African Galapagos for its treasure-trove of endemic plants and animals, most familiarly the delicate African violet.

Udzungwa alone among the ancient ranges of the Eastern Arc has been accorded national park status. It is also unique within Tanzania in that its closed-canopy forest spans altitudes of 250 metres (820 feet) to above 2,000 metres (6,560 ft) without interruption.

Not a conventional game viewing destination, Udzungwa is a magnet for hikers. An excellent network of forest trails includes the popular half-day ramble to Sanje Waterfall, which plunges 170 metres (550 feet) through a misty spray into the forested valley below. The more challenging two-night Mwanihana Trail leads to the high plateau, with its panoramic views over surrounding sugar plantations, before ascending to Mwanihana peak, the second-highest point in the range.

Ornithologists are attracted to Udzungwa for an avian wealth embracing more than 400 species, from the lovely and readily-located green-headed oriole to more than a dozen secretive Eastern Arc endemics.

Four bird species are peculiar to Udzungwa, including a forest partridge first discovered in 1991 and more closely related to an Asian genus than to any other African fowl.

Of six primate species recorded, the Iringa red colobus and Sanje Crested Mangabey both occur nowhere else in the world – the latter, remarkably, remained undetected by biologists prior to 1979.Undoubtedly, this great forest has yet to reveal all its treasures: ongoing scientific exploration will surely add to its diverse catalogue of endemics.

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Lauren F
Lauren F
2023-10-15
Trip of a lifetime Pius put together the trip of a lifetime for my husband and I. It was our honeymoon and our safari was more than we ever imagined. We had a private safari and the driver Pius chose for us was outstanding. It was our last day and he was the first driver to spot 3 Rhino's in the park. It was such an amazing experience to see the Big 5! Second, our accommodations were top notch. I would highly recommend African Spoonbill Tours. This was a trip we will never forget.
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Fearless44994574657
2023-10-11
Well organised and priced Kilimanjaro trek Booked Kilimanjaro Machame trek with Spoonbill and wasn't disappointed. Well organised and coordinated trek with experienced, professional and fun guides. Summited successfully on day 5. Would highly recommend.
María C
María C
2023-09-28
Una GRAN EXPERIENCIA Ellos nos ayudaron a que nuestra estancia en Tanzania fuera especial. Fui con mi pareja de viaje de novios, subimos el Kilimanjaro con ellos ( guías, porteadores, cocinero y camarero de 10) y también nos fuimos de Safari (guía y cocinero geniales) Ambas experiencias han sido muy buenas y repetiríamos sin dudarlo. Tuvimos guía de Safari y guía de Montaña y los dos hablaban español, no muy frecuente en Tanzania. Nos llevamos muy buen recuerdo de Tanzania y de ellos. Esperamos volver a verlos algún día!! Hasta pronto!!
JMGE G
JMGE G
2023-09-28
Muy buena Contratamos el viaje de novios con ellos para subir al Kilimanjaro y hacer 3 días de safari y se preocuparon porque todo saliera muy bien y que fuese una experiencia muy positiva. Nos pusieron guías de habla española y porteadores guías cocineros lo hicieron todo excelente. Pius el dueño de la agencia se molestó en venir a visitarnos para ver que todo fuera bien e incluso llevarnos al aeropuerto de Arusha para ir a Zanzíbar.
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Odyssey40819795983
2023-09-02
Amazing experience climbing Kilimanjaro We climbed Kilimanjaro (Machame route). It was an incredible experience. Everything perfectly organized and the guides, porters, cooker, assistants…took care of us as if we were family. Thanks to them we all could make it. 10 from 10 arrive to Uhuru peak! Thanks all. I would highly recommend it!!
Toshiki A
Toshiki A
2023-08-29
This is African toor 総じて対応が良かった!最後までサポートしてくれてキリマンジャロ登山とSafariとマサイ族との交流すべて良い経験ができた。
Rafał K
Rafał K
2023-07-26
Godni zaufania Biuro podróży, któremu można zaufać i być pewnym, że doskonale zrealizują to o czym marzyliśmy. Skorzystałem z ich oferty 2 razy i naprawdę to było niezwykle przeżycie. Bardzo kontaktowy, przyjazny i dbający o wszystko szef.
ilyana d
ilyana d
2023-07-06
Safari Good organisated and beautifull views. It was very good food and an nice guide. We had good tents. G
qcq
qcq
2023-06-23
3 day safari 3 day safari tour visiting crater, serengitti one night lodge, one night tent organizer was a great help in all regards thank you Pius Momburi
chirine C
chirine C
2023-06-17
Safari in Tanzania We had a great time on our Safaris, Pius helped us arrange our stay and all of our tours! We were overall satisfied with the service! Thank you for all