5. Kitenden Village

8. Loosirwa

Combine a day at Lake Manyara National Park with a day being looked after in Loosirwa

7. Mswakina Chini

Combine a safari game drive on one day with an easy walk with a Maasai warrior through the forest to a traditional Maasai village the next,

1. Mount Longido Hike

Be greeted with traditional dances and songs at the village, then guided by a Maasai warrior follow narrow footpaths through a dense natural forest and trails created by buffaloes to reach the top of Mt Longido, or shorter hikes to local waterholes.

Mount Longido Hike – Kiserian & Ol Tepesi

2. Makuyuni

Welcome to the village with traditional songs and dances. Feel like a real Maasai warrior with the sarifice of a goat in your honour and share in the feast around the campfire. Hike the next day to a Baobab tree to learn how to throw a spear like awarrior.

3. Esilalei Walking

Combine a a wildlife game drive in the park.with a visit to the secluded village of Ordukai passing on the way by a beautiful oasis. Hike an off the beaten track with a Maasai guide or drive to a traditional fishermen’s village.

4. Sinya Village

The sky above Sinya is perfect for stargazing. In the thick darkness of the night you might also see mysterious flashing lights. Your guide will explain you were do they come from.

Be enchanted by the childen in our pre-school in Kitenden and experience the best views of Mt Kilamanjaro as the sun goes down. Hike to the mysterious Singing Rock and local caves where Maassai wariors gather rt eat meat.

6. Ordukai Village

After a safari game drive in the park, you can spend the night at the Kirurumu Tarangire Lodge. The next day after breakfast, we will drive to the secluded village of Ordukai passing on the way by a beautiful oasis.

kitenden 3

The village of Kitenden is situated around 120 km from Arusha on the western slope of Mount Kilimanjaro and it’s the best spot to see the mountain’s peak, which is usually covered in clouds.

Day 1

You arrive in Kitenden late in the afternoon after a 2h drive from Arusha and settle in accommodation of your choice. You can spend the night either at the community campsite or at the local school, which has self-contained rooms for sleeping. Bring something warm because the nights get cold.

Day 2

You get up early in the morning to hike the Edonyo Ekitendeni hill. From the top there is a great view of the surrounding area, including Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park in Kenya and a enchanting lagoon just beneath the hill. Now you are ready to hike to the mysterious Singing Rock. The Maasai people for centuries believed that it’s the voice of God and brought offerings of milk and blood. Feel free to stick your head inside the rock, listen to the hypnotizing whisper and try to solve the mystery. On the way back to the camp/school, you will visit caves, where Maasai warriors gather to eat meat. You are back just for lunch. In the afternoon you leave for Arusha.

(2 days, I night)

Experience level

Activity Intensity - Medium, includes a few walks

Cultural - You will be interacting with local people, please act and dress respectfully

Accommodation - Camping or basic room.

Inclusions

Transport - Pick up and return to your accommodation in Arusha
Meals - Dinner and Breakfast. Opportunities to purchase other meals will be available.
Accommodation - Basic. Western style toilet. Tank water and tap.
Included Activities - Visit a village preschool – the children may entertain you with a song. Walk to Edonyo Ekitendeni hill for stunning views. Campfire dinner. Visit to the singing rock.

What to bring