Amani Nature Forest Reserve, located in the Eastern Usambara Mountains, is a biodiversity hotspot and a fantastic destination for nature lovers. It's known for its unique flora and fauna, including endemic bird species, chameleons, and the famous African Violet flower. It offers a refreshing alternative to the typical safari experience. "Amani" means peace in Swahili, and the reserve truly lives up to its name.
Tour Features
| Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
| Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared Tour: | On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle. |
| Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
| Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
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1Dar es Salaam to Amani Nature Forest Reserve - Forest Immers
Morning: Your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam. Begin your scenic drive to Amani Nature Forest Reserve, passing through lush landscapes and local villages. Arrival & Check-in: Arrive at Amani Nature Forest Reserve. Head to the reserve headquarters to pay entrance fees and register. Then, proceed to your chosen accommodation. Lunch : Enjoy your packed lunch Afternoon: Embark on your first activity: a guided walk through the Amani Botanical Garden. This historic garden, established during the German colonial era, is the oldest in East Africa and boasts an incredible collection of endemic and exotic plant species. Your guide will share insights into the medicinal and ecological importance of the plants. Late Afternoon: Return to your accommodation. Evening: Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Emau Hill,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
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2Hiking, Waterfalls and Local Culture
Morning : After breakfast, set out for a longer guided hike. Amani offers several trails, and your guide will choose one based on your fitness level and interests. Option 1: Kisasa Waterfall Trail: A popular choice leading to a beautiful waterfall where you can swim in the plunge pools. This walk often takes 4-5 hours. Option 2: Kwamkoro Trail/Mbomole Hill: A more challenging hike with rewarding views and opportunities for serious birdwatching. Focus: Throughout your hike, your guide will point out interesting flora, diverse bird species (Amani is a birdwatcher's paradise with over 340 recorded species, including endemics like the Amani Sunbird and Usambara Eagle-Owl), and various insects, especially butterflies. Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a packed picnic lunch amidst the forest's tranquility. Butterfly Farm Visit: Visit a local butterfly farming project. This is an excellent initiative that supports local communities while contributing to conservation efforts. Learn about the lifecycle of butterflies and how their farming provides sustainable income. Spice Farm Tour: Amani and the Usambaras are known for their spices. You can visit a nearby spice farm to learn about the cultivation and processing of various spices like cardamom, vanilla, black pepper, and cinnamon. Late Afternoon: Return to your accommodation. Evening: Dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Emau Hill,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
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3Tea Plantations & Departure to Dar es Salaam
Morning: After breakfast, take a final activity that offers a different perspective of the area. Kwamkoro Tea Plantations: Visit the nearby Kwamkoro tea plantations. Learn about the tea production process, from plucking to processing, and enjoy the scenic views of the rolling tea hills. This area also offers excellent photographic opportunities. Lunch : Enjoy at your packed lunch. Afternoon: Begin your drive back to Dar es Salaam. Late Afternoon: Arrive in Dar es Salaam and be dropped off at your hotel.
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Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flightfrom/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
| Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
| Jul 12 2025 to Jul 12 2026 | $1702 | $1244 | $1091 | $1015 | $968 |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost
Tiem Tours And Safaris
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Offices In :
Tanzania -
Size :
10+ -
Member Of :
TATO -
Tour Types :
Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays -
Destinations :
Kenya
Tanzania
Uganda -
TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective.
| Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
| Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared Tour: | On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 7 people per vehicle. |
| Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
| Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
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1Dar es Salaam to Amani Nature Forest Reserve - Forest Immers
Morning: Your driver will pick you up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam. Begin your scenic drive to Amani Nature Forest Reserve, passing through lush landscapes and local villages. Arrival & Check-in: Arrive at Amani Nature Forest Reserve. Head to the reserve headquarters to pay entrance fees and register. Then, proceed to your chosen accommodation. Lunch : Enjoy your packed lunch Afternoon: Embark on your first activity: a guided walk through the Amani Botanical Garden. This historic garden, established during the German colonial era, is the oldest in East Africa and boasts an incredible collection of endemic and exotic plant species. Your guide will share insights into the medicinal and ecological importance of the plants. Late Afternoon: Return to your accommodation. Evening: Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Emau Hill, ,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
-
2Hiking, Waterfalls and Local Culture
Morning : After breakfast, set out for a longer guided hike. Amani offers several trails, and your guide will choose one based on your fitness level and interests. Option 1: Kisasa Waterfall Trail: A popular choice leading to a beautiful waterfall where you can swim in the plunge pools. This walk often takes 4-5 hours. Option 2: Kwamkoro Trail/Mbomole Hill: A more challenging hike with rewarding views and opportunities for serious birdwatching. Focus: Throughout your hike, your guide will point out interesting flora, diverse bird species (Amani is a birdwatcher's paradise with over 340 recorded species, including endemics like the Amani Sunbird and Usambara Eagle-Owl), and various insects, especially butterflies. Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a packed picnic lunch amidst the forest's tranquility. Butterfly Farm Visit: Visit a local butterfly farming project. This is an excellent initiative that supports local communities while contributing to conservation efforts. Learn about the lifecycle of butterflies and how their farming provides sustainable income. Spice Farm Tour: Amani and the Usambaras are known for their spices. You can visit a nearby spice farm to learn about the cultivation and processing of various spices like cardamom, vanilla, black pepper, and cinnamon. Late Afternoon: Return to your accommodation. Evening: Dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Emau Hill, ,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included
-
3Tea Plantations & Departure to Dar es Salaam
Morning: After breakfast, take a final activity that offers a different perspective of the area. Kwamkoro Tea Plantations: Visit the nearby Kwamkoro tea plantations. Learn about the tea production process, from plucking to processing, and enjoy the scenic views of the rolling tea hills. This area also offers excellent photographic opportunities. Lunch : Enjoy at your packed lunch. Afternoon: Begin your drive back to Dar es Salaam. Late Afternoon: Arrive in Dar es Salaam and be dropped off at your hotel.
Includes & Excludes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of 56 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
| Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
| Jul 12 2025 to Jul 12 2026 | $1702 | $1244 | $1091 | $1015 | $968 |
Getting There
Tanzania is a beautiful East African country with neighbours Kenya to the north and Mozambique to the south and the Indian Ocean to the east. It is known for its vibrant culture, wonderful national parks, diverse fauna and flora and of course the great wildebeest migration. If you are planning a safari trip to Tanzania then you should find out all about flights to Tanzania, passport and visa requirements.
Tanzania’s main airport is Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) located 13km/8mi southwest of Dar es Salaam. The latter is the entry point for visitors to the southern parks.
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) is situated 46km/29mi east of Arusha, the gateway of Tanzania’s most popular Northern safari circuit.
No, is not included, but can be arranged for an extra cost
Tiem Tours And Safaris
-
Offices In :
Tanzania -
Size :
10+ -
Member Of :
TATO -
Tour Types :
Safaris And Tours In Tanzania, Mountain Trekking And Beach Holidays -
Destinations :
Kenya Tanzania Uganda -
TIEM TOURS AND SAFARIS is an African safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, Car hire and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history and cultural heritage. Our expeditions are crafted by a diverse family and team born-bred in Tanzania, who love the country and care to deliver the finest tour experiences from a native perspective.
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