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Misty layered ridges above banana plants, Udzungwa Mountains National Park
Eastern Arc Mountains · Tanzania

Where the Rainforest Never Ends

Tanzania's untouched wilderness of plunging waterfalls, endemic primates and more than 400 bird species, explored entirely on foot.

Home to the Sanje crested mangabey and Iringa red colobus, found nowhere else on Earth. Plan Your Trek

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Tanzania's Rainforest Wilderness

Gazetted in 1992, Udzungwa Mountains National Park protects 1,990 square kilometres of the Eastern Arc, one of Africa's oldest and most biologically rich mountain chains. Unlike Tanzania's northern parks, Udzungwa has no roads for game drives; every visit here happens on foot, along a network of forest trails that climb from the Kilombero Valley floor into misty highland woodland. The park borders Mikumi National Park, and can be combined with Ruaha for a complete southern-circuit safari.

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Why Visit Udzungwa

  • Six primate species recorded in the park, including two found nowhere else on Earth
  • Sanje Waterfall plunges roughly 170 metres through rainforest into a series of pools
  • More than 400 recorded bird species, among East Africa's top forest-birding sites
  • No roads, the entire park is explored on foot, guided by park rangers
  • Borders Mikumi National Park for an easy addition to a southern-circuit safari
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Sanje mangabey feeding in sunlit foliage, Udzungwa Mountains National Park Meet the Sanje Crested Mangabey

Two of the park's six primate species, the Sanje crested mangabey and the Iringa red colobus, live only in these forests and nowhere else on the planet. Ranger-led primate tracking is one of the park's signature experiences, following troops through the canopy at a respectful distance.

Sanje Waterfall Trek

The park's signature half-day hike to a 170m cascade
Primate Tracking

Track the endemic Iringa red colobus and Sanje mangabey
Birding Safaris

Over 400 species across forest and wetland habitats
Prince Bernhard Falls

A shorter forest walk to a quieter, three-hour waterfall
Mwanihana Peak Hike

Multi-day trek to sweeping Kilombero Valley views
Camping & Multi-Day Treks

Overnight in the forest with licensed park guides
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Udzungwa trips

Ready-made routes across Udzungwa and the wider region, from short trips to full circuits.

Thatched-roof safari tent among forest trees, Udzungwa Mountains National Park 3 Days 3 Day Udzungwa Walking SafariOver 3 days this route takes in Udzungwa, each stop with its own character. Thatched camp building below a misty forest ridge, Udzungwa Mountains National Park 4 Days 4 Day Udzungwa Forest SafariOver 4 days this route takes in Udzungwa, each stop with its own character. View from a rocky escarpment over the farmland plains, Udzungwa Mountains National Park 5 Days 5 Day Udzungwa And Mikumi SafariOver 5 days this route takes in Udzungwa and Mikumi, each stop with its own character.
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Every Udzungwa guide in one place

Trail write-ups, primate and birding notes, park fees, packing lists and trip-planning answers — all 62 articles, indexed and searchable.

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Udzungwa Mountains National Park is managed by the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA). Entry fees, trail access and camping regulations are subject to change with the seasons, please confirm current rates and permit requirements with the park office before your visit.