Magoroto Forest Estate Tour
3 Days Magoroto Forest Estate Tour
Magoroto Forest Estate
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Magoroto form part of the East Usambara Mountains, which are world-renowned for their high species endemism and rich floral and faunal diversity. They are recognized as part of a Biodiversity Hotspot (WWF & IUCN), an “Important Bird Area” (Wildlife Conservation Society of Tanzania – WCST) and a “Man and Biosphere Reserve (UNESCO). African Violets (Saintpaulia) have been promoted as flagship plants to conserve these forests.
The 591-hectare Magoroto Forest Estate, with its scenic freshwater lake, was opened in 1896 by German Settlers as one of the first commercial plantations in Eastern Africa. Initially, the Estate began as a rubber plantation, and after failed attempts to grow coffee and tea, it was converted into an oil estate in 1921. Seized by the German owners as “enemy property” after World War 1, the Estate was taken over by the Amboni Group in the 1940s. Palm oil production had to be ceased in the 90s due to stifling competition from Malaysia and Indonesia. Since then, Magoroto has been maintained and protected with great enthusiasm and engagement for nothing else other than its unique natural beauty and uniqueness.
Activities: Waterfall visit, Hiking, Swimming, Forest Walk, Fishing, Mountain Biking, Spice Tour
Min Persons: 2 Max Persons: 7
Days: 1 Nights: 1
We will pick you up at the agreed-upon point in Dar es Salaam and drive you to Tanga-Muheza at Magoroto Forest Estate. Arrive at the accommodation on time for a hot lunch. After swimming at the lake, fresh water is fed by natural springs. Evening leaves the accommodation for a forest walk. There, you can explore nature and learn about plants, species of Magoroto, and forest birds. Dinner and overnight at Magoroto forest.
- Meal plan:
- lunch
- dinner
- Accommodation:
- Midrange: Cottage
Breakfast at your accommodation, then leave for a Mountain bike. The trails pass through what use to be the access road when the palm plantation was active. You can choose the biking train that fits your fitness level among the five documented and enjoy a cool fresh breeze while biking through the forest.
Come back for hot lunch, then leave for another walk to the waterfall. You can shower at the waterfall.
- Meal plan:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Accommodation:
- Mid range: Cottage
Breakfast at your accommodation, then leave for a spice tour through the village. Cardamom, Black paper,Vanilla and Cloves are among the many spices that flourish in Magorto Estate. This tour give you an opportunity to learn more about spices.
Come back to the lodge for hot lunch, then leave the area and start driving back to Dar es Salaam where you will expect to arrive late evening and drop you off at agreed point.
- Meal plan:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation on this day.
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Included in Price:
- All activities as per the itinerary
- All Accommodation as per itinerary – N.B. accommodation mentioned in the itinerary is dependent on availability at the time of booking; alternatives of a similar class may be booked instead
- All meals as per itinerary (3 a day unless otherwise stated)
- All transfers to and from agreed pick up and drop off points (e.g. Airport, Bus Station or hotel in town etc.)
- All camping gear (if you are camping)
- Service of an English speaking driver/guide
- Safari base 4×4 Vehicle with open roof for game viewing (sometimes a saloon car or other SUV for excursions in town etc.)
- Driver’s salary and allowances and park fees for vehicle and driver
- Bottled mineral water daily
- All Government taxes
- All National Park and Game Reserve Fees
- If included in your itinerary: foot safaris,
Exluded in Price:
- Extras, personal expenses i.e. drinks, telephone, laundry etc.
- Optional activities not outlined on the itinerary
- International flights & corresponding taxes
- Visa
- Flying doctors rescue services
- Travel, medical, injury and luggage insurances
- Tips to the driver & guides ($15-20 per Day)
- Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions (above)
