Mamba / Marangu
Mamba and Marangu in the Kilimanjaro area have both natural and cultural
heritage to offer the visitor. There are more than seven waterfalls in the vicinity,
unique flora with tree, flower and fruit nurseries and fauna. Tour the slopes of
Mt.Kilimanjaro and ascend to beautiful viewpoints.
Tours through Marangu afford panoramic views of
Mt.Kilimanjaro. Visit the home and memorial of the
late Yohana Lauwo, a Marangu native who accompanied
Dr.Hans Meyer on the first recorded climb of Kilimanjaro in 1889,
and read the original log books of Lauwo.
Customised half day, full day or two day walking safaris
can be organised. These tours include the Kinukamori and
Moonjo falls and a visit to a Chagga house made of
straw-roofing . See the first coffee tree planted in
Tanzania and climb up Ngangu Hill. A trip to the African Art Centre
that houses a collection of ancient and modern sculptures, carvings
and paintings is rewarding.
Mamba is a paradise for bird-watchers and nature lovers. Enjoy scenic
waterfalls, tree, flower and fruit nurseries, pass historical sites the Laka
Holes- large hiding caves used during the Chagga - Maasai wars,
visit a wood carving school, meet a local blacksmith using ethnic methods
to prepare spears and tools, and experience Chagga culture by visiting a
traditional Chagga culture by visiting a traditional chagga house.
Getting there:
There are frequent buses from Moshi towards Marangu. The ride from Moshi takes
about 45 minutes. Mamba is about 3 km from Marangu.
(Income from tourist visits will be used towards developing educational projects in the Kilimanjaro area)
For further information contact:
Tel: +255 754 818273/ +255 754 038265 / +255 754 390084
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