Trekking & Walking

St. Helena Island : Walking and Hiking

There's no better way to explore the island than on foot; there are just so many excellent walks and hikes in such a small place!  We have walks for everyone; walks that are challenging both in distance, stamina and mind and there are also moderate and easy walks that everyone can enjoy.  Our walks can take you to dramatic coastal locations to lush pastures and hills, and valleys.

The St Helena Nature Conservation Group (SNCG) has devised Post Box Walks covering some of the most scenic and remote areas of the island.

These walks are rated on a Difficulty scale out of 10 and it is strongly recommended that walks with a rating of 5 or above, you are accompanied by someone who knows the route.  At the summit of each walk is a Post Box containing an ink stamp and a 'Visitor's Book'.   The Post Box Walks booklets are on sale at the Tourist Office.

For a variety of easy to moderate walks, pick up our ‘Explore on Foot' leaflet (on sale at the Tourist Office) and our Plantation Forest Nature Trails and Hardings and Cason's Nature trails leaflets.

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Tanzania : Magamba Rainforest

One day walking tour from Lushoto:

Magamba Rainforest (5-6 hours)

This tour begins with an uphill walk from Lushoto to the royal village of Kwembago, where you learn about the cultural history of the traditional rulling clan, the Kilindi. From Kwembago you have a beautiful view over Lushoto and the Maasai plains. You proceed to the lush Magamba rainforest, home to black and white Columbus monkeys. The return to Lushoto passes via and old German Middle School and the village of Magamba.

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Tanzania : Irente Viewpoint

One day walking tour from Lushoto:

Irente Viewpoint

5-6 hours

From the famous Irente viewpoint you see the village of Mazinde almost 1000 meters below the vast maasai plains beyond. On the return trip to Lushoto you visit the Irente Farm cheese factory and the royal village of Kwembago. Enjoy a picnic of whole meal at Irente.

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Tanzania : West Usambara Hike

7 days Hike

About Usambara Moutains
Usambara Mountains are situated in the North Eastern part of Tanzania between Mount Kilimanjaro and the Indian Ocean. The mountains rise up steeply from the surrounding plains and can only be entered via a few roads. The only tortuous tarmac road in the area winds along a small river to Soni and Lushoto the largest towns in the area. Because of its pleasant climate the mountains were favored by the Germans and the English during colonial times as this is evidenced by the numerous historic buildings from the past. From a distance the mountains are a colorful mosaic. On the fertile slopes around Soni and Lushoto, farmers cultivate small plots but further away from the large town. Areas are still covered by the dense tropical forests.
The viewpoints on the Southern and Western side of the Usambara Mountains are well known for the spectacular views of the Mkomazi and Handeni plains, Kilimanjaro can be seen on the horizon, and at the end of the day the sunset turns the area into tremendous palled of unforgettable colours.

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Tanzania : Mountain Kitulo Hiking

Visit Kitulo National Park which known as Bustani ya Mungu (God's Garden) and elsewhere as the Serengeti of Flowers and one of the great floral spectacles of the world'.

About Kitulo Mountain
Known locally as Bustani ya Mungu (God's Garden) and elsewhere as the Serengeti of Flowers, the Kitulo Plateau is unique. Comprising 273 km2 of Afromontane and Afroalpine grassland, the plateau has long been heralded as a botanists' paradise, containing great numbers of endemic flowering plants, including terrestrial orchids. Perched above 2,600m (8,528ft) between the Kipengere Range and the Poroto and Livingstone Mountains, Kitulo represents the largest and most important plateau grassland community in Tanzania.
Kitulo is floristically rich, with 350 species of vascular plants documented to date, including 45 species of terrestrial orchid. Many of the species are of restricted distribution. Some 31 species are Tanzanian endemics, 16 are endemic to Kitulo/Kipengere and 10 are restricted to Kitulo/Poroto. At least three species are endemic to the plateau itself and two more are known only from the plateau and adjoining forests. It is the abundance of plants in the wet season, however, that immediately impresses and the phenomenon has been described as 'one of the great floral spectacles of the world'. The plateau is also home to important animal species including national and regional endemics. Breeding colonies of Blue Swallow (Hirundo atrocaerulea) and Denham's Bustard (Neotis denhami), as well as species such as Lesser Kestrel (Falco naumanni), Pallid Harrier (Circus macrourus), Njombe Cisticola (Cisticola njombe), and Kipengere Seedeater (Serinus melanochrous), contribute to the plateau being an Important Bird Area (IBA 73).

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Tanzania : Oldonyo Lengai, the active volcanic mountain

6 days

Lengai volcano expedition

Day 1: Arusha-Lake Natron
Transfer from Arusha to base camp and ascent of Ol Doinyo Lengai at midnight.

Days 2-4: 3 nights on top of Lengai

Day 5: Descend to Lake Natron
Go down and have break near Lake Natron and visit the waterfall
Accommodaton: comfortable (private) campsite near lake Natron

Day 6 - Back to Arusha
Driving day returning back to Arusha. Overnight in Arusha included
(two hotel categories for Deluxe and Standard to choose from)

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Tanzania : Lengai & Lake Natron expedition

6 days / 5 Nights

Visit oldonyo Lengai, Lake Natron and visit the waterfall

Day 1: Arusha-Lake Natron

Transfer from Arusha to base camp and ascent of OlDoinyo Lengai at midnight.

Days 2-3: 2 nights on top of Lengai

Day 4: Descend to Lake Natron

Go down and have break near Lake Natron and visit the waterfall
Accommodation: comfortable (private) campsite near lake Natron (Deluxe: tented lodge) (Standard: spacious tent)

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Tanzania : Trekking Ngorongoro Highland and Lake Natron - 7 days

7 Days / 6 Nights:

Get close to nature with this trekking safari, visiting Ngorongoro Highlands, Lake Natron, Olmoti Crater and hiking with donkeys into The Empakai Crater.

7 days: Ngorongoro Highland and Lake Natron Trek

This is an exciting trek including game drives, taking you from Arusha to Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Crater all the way up to Lake Natron. You will be accompanied by our walking guide, a park ranger and Maasai warriors to protect you from animals. Donkeys are carrying your luggage and supplies, and can even assist you if you feel too tired to walk by yourself. Overnight will be in campsites throughout the safari, your accommodations on your arrival day and on the last day after safari 'in Arusha town' are not included in the package price below but we can arrange on request. For this particular tour, we recommend you to book a flight to Kilimanjaro Airport and return, alternatively to Nairobi(Jomo Kenyatta International Airport) and return. You will not be with other guests in our vehicle(s) and we have the flexibility that you may need to accommodate your needs and requirements.

Transfer from point of arrival to Arusha. Your transfer and accommodation on this day is not included in the price but we can arrange on request which will attract some extra costs.

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Classic Safari (Malawi & Zambia)

15 or 22 days

The first Europeans to arrive in Malawi and Zambia were Portuguese explorers who reached the interior from the East Coast. However, the most famous visitor was David Livingstone, whose exploration heralded the arrival of Europeans in a way, which was to change the nature of the region forever. The establishment of missions to promote the spread of Christianity and the abolition of slavery soon followed. We tread in the footsteps of those early pioneers through a land of spectacular scenery, unparalleled hospitality and unique wildlife. Malawi, lying within the tropics at the southern end of the Great Rift Valley, is affectionately referred to as ‘The warm heart of Africa'; not only is the climate warm, but Malawians really are among the friendliest people you could hope to meet.

Anyone who enjoys scenic beauty will find the country richly endowed, from forested reserves, National Parks and broad highlands to the peaceful shores of Lake Malawi. In contrast Eastern Zambia offers the chance to explore one of the best wildlife areas in Africa. Luangwa National Park contains one of the largest concentrations of elephant, as well as supporting a wealth of other species and habitat. This journey, rich in contrast and adventure, is full of unforgettable experiences. You can even continue your trip to southern Malawi to take in the fabulous game parks there as well as the unique upland areas such as Mount Mulanje and the Zomba plateau.

Trekking & Walking Cultural Tours Wildlife Safaris, Africa Zambia

Classic Safari (Malawi & Zambia)

15 or 22 days

The first Europeans to arrive in Malawi and Zambia were Portuguese explorers who reached the interior from the East Coast. However, the most famous visitor was David Livingstone, whose exploration heralded the arrival of Europeans in a way, which was to change the nature of the region forever. The establishment of missions to promote the spread of Christianity and the abolition of slavery soon followed. We tread in the footsteps of those early pioneers through a land of spectacular scenery, unparalleled hospitality and unique wildlife. Malawi, lying within the tropics at the southern end of the Great Rift Valley, is affectionately referred to as ‘The warm heart of Africa'; not only is the climate warm, but Malawians really are among the friendliest people you could hope to meet.

Anyone who enjoys scenic beauty will find the country richly endowed, from forested reserves, National Parks and broad highlands to the peaceful shores of Lake Malawi. In contrast Eastern Zambia offers the chance to explore one of the best wildlife areas in Africa. Luangwa National Park contains one of the largest concentrations of elephant, as well as supporting a wealth of other species and habitat. This journey, rich in contrast and adventure, is full of unforgettable experiences. You can even continue your trip to southern Malawi to take in the fabulous game parks there as well as the unique upland areas such as Mount Mulanje and the Zomba plateau.

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