Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Programme

Mamba & Marangu, Tanzania
1 day

Overview

Adventurers, mountaineers, travellers, tourists, photographers, and nature lovers, you're in for a treat! Everyday Safaris organizes planned daycations tours through the valleys and waterfalls of Mount Kilimanjaro, depicting mountain village life. These tours are perfect for those who want to experience the beauty of Kilimanjaro on foot and learn about the Chagga people who call it home.

 Guided tours to panoramic viewpoints

The guided tours will lead you to panoramic viewpoints ideal for photographing waterfalls and Mount Kilimanjaro. On a clear day, you'll see the elegant mountain from different angles and take great photos.

 Historic sites of clan wars and ancient legends

You'll also have the chance to pass historic sites of clan wars and ancient legends, including large caves for hiding during the Chagga-Maasai wars. You can even enter the large hiding caves which were used to protect women and children during the Maasai-Chagga wars.

 Visit banana plantation and coffee processing

One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to a banana plantation and coffee processing plant. Here, you'll see how coffee is prepared using traditional methods. From the coffee bushes, harvesting, roasting, and finally pounding to make the coffee powder, you'll learn the whole process.

 Experience Chagga culture

Another highlight of the tour is a visit to a traditional Chagga house. This Chagga hut will amaze you with its unique architecture. The hut although not so big from the outside, had the ability of being used for sleeping, cooking, and keeping animals! The hut has been maintained in the traditional way and walking into it will make you feel like you know the Chagga people better.

 Visit a Chagga beer factory

You'll also have the opportunity of visiting a Chagga beer factory. Here, you'll learn how the (mbege) Chagga beer is brewed, from the materials needed to the process that is followed until the final product. For those who are courageous, they can have a taste of the same!

 Visit the waterfalls

The tour also includes a visit to the waterfalls. This might not be the greatest waterfall that you might have seen, but its good environment and rich history will leave you fascinated. This waterfall, which gets its water from Mount Kilimanjaro, has a rich history to the Chagga people.

 FAQs

Q: What is the best time to visit Tanzania for the Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Program?

A: The best time to visit Tanzania for the Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Program is during the dry season, which runs from June to October. During the dry season, the weather is generally clear and sunny.

Q: Do I need a guide for the Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Program?

A: It is not required to have a guide for the Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Program, but it is recommended. A guide can help you with navigation, translation, and cultural insights.

Q: What should I pack for the Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Program?

A: You should pack a variety of items for the Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Program, including comfortable shoes and clothing, a hat, sunscreen, a camera, and insect repellent. You may also want to pack a raincoat or poncho, as the weather can be unpredictable in Tanzania.

The Mamba and Marangu Cultural Tourism Program is a unique and rewarding experience that offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the rich culture of the Chagga people. By following the tips in this guide, you can ensure that you have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Itinerary

Day Tour Mamba And Marangu Cultural Tourism Programme

  • Guided tours leading to panoramic viewpoints ideal for photographing waterfalls and Mount Kilimanjaro.  On a clear day, as your walk through the banana and coffee fields you will see the elegant Mt. Kilimanjaro from different angles and to take great photos.
  • A chance to pass historic sites of clan wars and ancient legends including large caves for hiding during the chagga-Maasai wars. You can also enter the large hiding caves which were used to protect women and children during the Maasai-Chagga wars.
  • A visit banana plantation and coffee processing. Here you will see how coffee is prepared using the traditional methods. From the coffee bushes, harvesting, roasting and finally pounding to make the coffee powder.
  • Opportunity to experience Chagga culture with a visit to a traditional chagga house. This chagga hut will amaze you and you will witness the chagga architecture. The hut although not so big from the outside, had the ability of being used for sleeping, cooking, and keeping animals! The hut has been maintained in the traditional way and walking into it will make you feel like you know the chagga people better.
  • You will have the opportunity of visiting a chagga beer factory. Here you will learn how the (mbege) chagga beer is brewed; from the materials needed and the process that is followed until the final product. For those who are courageous they can have a taste of the same!
  • A visit to the waterfalls. This might not be the greatest waterfall that you might have seen but its good environment and rich history will leave you fascinated. This waterfall which gets its water from Mount Kilimanjaro has a rich history to the chagga people.

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Include & Exclude

  • Fee for a well experienced guide. All our guides are friendly, charming, and well trained to ensure you enjoy every step of your trek.
  • Entrance fee to all the cultural areas.
  • Babylon Lodge being located at the center of cultural sites. You can choose to have hot lunch and a short break at the lodge before continuing with the tour or you can also carry a lunch box that will be take it under a shade as you rest before continuing with the tour.
  • This is a full day walking tour and it starts from Babylon lodge at around 9:00am and ends at Babylon Lodge between 3-4pm depending on the speed of walking.

Additional Information

GUIDES

All our guides have lived in the Kilimanjaro area for many years and are conversant in English. Many of them are experienced guides for Kilimanjaro treks and can recount tales of their climbing adventures. They are also familiar with the surrounding area and are sure to captivate you with interesting stories and facts about the different cultures.

PRICE

The price for the cultural tourism program cost USD $ 45 per person per day

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