This special short safari takes you to the cultural capital "Dar es Salaam" with its multitude of sights and leads to "unknown Tanzania" to one of the most spectacular attractions of the southern highlands of the region and inspires astronomers, geologists and biologists alike. This certainly includes the world-famous "Mbozi meteorite" also known as the "Mbosi meteorite" near the small town of Songwe, south of the village of Isela. The Mbozi meteorite (iron meteorite) is one of the second largest meteorites in Africa and can be found among the eight largest meteorites in the world with its estimated 16 tons weight and dimensions of 3.3 length x 1.2 m x 1.6 m. This "sacred" site had been known to the locals for many generations before the Europeans discovered it in 1930. The Mbozi meteorite (also known as the "Mbosi meteorite") in Mbeya is also said to have a healing effect in traditional rituals if you drink the stored water in the holes of the Mbozi meteorite.
A further excursion in the region around Mbeya is a hike to the 2,818 m high "Mbeya Peak" or to "Ngozi Crater Lake" as well as a day safari beyond tourist paths in the "Kitulo National Park" with its unique flora, particularly in the Rainy season from December to April impressed with its play of colors from wildflowers, orchids and wildflowers. Ornithologists will also enjoy the variety of bird species.
Enjoy a breathtaking view of the endless expanse of the Ruaha Valley from the "World's End Viewpoint" near Ipinda.
Also fascinating are the colorful hot springs (maji moto) close to the delightful river valley and a visit to the bat caves (pango la popo) near Songwe. You can also visit the Marasusa and Kaporogwe waterfalls and the Bridge of God (Daraja la Mungu), a naturally created bridge made from a cooled lava flow with an adjacent small waterfall.
Experience a new piece of beautiful Tanzania with its friendly people and its unique landscape and diverse untouched nature outside the usual beaten tourist path.
Perfect as an extension after a safari or as a short trip for guests who are looking for something “special” and want to gain deeper insights into Tanzania with its diversity.
Individual arrival from Arusha / Kilimanjaro as an individual safari extension or alternatively as a short trip with arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salam (DAR). Your personal driver and Ndoto Safari representative will be waiting for you with refreshments (Omari / English speaking) for the transfer to the comfortable Sea Cliff Hotel. Depending on the traffic, the transfer time to your hotel is around 35 minutes. The afternoon is at your disposal and you have time to recover from your journey. Explore the hotel and the surrounding area and relax by the swimming pool overlooking the Indian Ocean. Dinner (D) and overnight at the Sea Cliff Hotel / Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International AirportToday we explore the vibrant metropolis Dar es Salaam (Port of Peace) with its multitude of sights. Nowhere else do you get to know the real life of Tanzania as well as in the exciting city of Dar es Salaam. We take excursions into the historic city center to the old colonial houses old Boma and visit the Kariakoo market, the Nafasi Art Space (artist scene), the House of Culture and to end our excursion at Oyster Bay (beach). The rest of the day is at leisure. Meals (B, L, D = FB) and accommodation at the Sea Cliff Hotel / Dar es Salaam
Nyerere Bridge in Dar es Salaam 
View from the Sea Cliff Hotel Well rested and well rested after a hearty breakfast, we will bring you to the International Airport (DAR) for your domestic flight to Mbeya in the southern highlands of Tanzania. After landing at Songwe Airport, you will be brought to the charming Utengule Coffee Lodge and move into your two-story suite with balcony. Use the rest of the day for a tour of the coffee farm and learn everything about the ecological cultivation of gourmet coffee from exquisite brands such as Riftvalley, Kifaru, Africa's Wildest, Zanzibar, and Tanzania Café. Enjoy this unique coffee on the veranda of the Arabica Restaurant and relax by the lodge's beautiful swimming pool. Meals (B, D) and accommodation at Utengule Coffee Lodge in Mbeya
Karibu Mbeya
Southern Highlands in MbeyaToday one of the highlights is a visit to the extraterrestrial Mbozi meteorite on the daily program. After breakfast we drive near the picturesque village of Songwe south of the village of Isela and visit the world-famous "Mbozi meteorite" also known as the "Mbosi meteorite". The Mbozi meteorite (iron meteorite) is one of the second largest meteorites in Africa and is among the eighth largest meteorites in the world with its estimated 16 tons weight and its dimensions of 3.3 length x 1.2 mx 1, 6 m. The locals had known this "sacred" site for many generations before the Europeans discovered it in 1930. The Mbozi meteorite (also known as the "Mbosi meteorite") in Mbeya is also said to have a healing effect in traditional rituals if one drinks the water stored in the holes of the Mbozi meteorite. Try out the effects of the meteorite yourself. After a picnic in nature, we will drive on and go on a short hike to the hot springs (maji moto) and optionally further to the bat caves (pango la popo). Meals (B, L/L, D = FB) and accommodation at Utengule Coffee Lodge in Mbeya
Mbozi-Meteorite (also know ab „Mbosi-Meteorit“) in Mbeya
Second largest meteorit in Africa and eight largest in the worldAfter an early breakfast we go on a day safari off the beaten track in the "Kitulo National Park" with its unique flora and variety of flowers, which is particularly impressive in the rainy months from December to April with its play of colors. Ornithologists will also enjoy the multitude of bird species. The Kitulo National Park with its grassy landscape includes the Kitulo Plateau, the former area of the Livingstone forests and the Rungwe volcanoes to the east. We drive to Matamba to the park entrance and spend the whole day with packed lunches in the Kitulo Nationpark with its unique landscape with wildflowers, orchids and meadow flowers. We keep an eye out for wild animals and with a bit of luck we will spot the rare Kipunji monkey, a relative of the monkeys with its strange calls that can only be found in two regions of Tanzania. Meals (B, L/L, D = FB) and accommodation at Utengule Coffee Lodge in Mbeya
Sea of flowers in Kitulo Nationalpark Today you can choose from various excursions and activities in the direction around Mbeya. For our active guests a three-hour hike to the summit of the 2,818 meter high Mbeya Peak or a demanding hike to the crater rim of the Ngozi Crater Lake with its rich flora and fauna. Another possibility is a short hike to the "Bridge of God" (Daraja la Mungu) a naturally created bridge from a cooled lava flow with an adjacent small waterfall. There is also the option of visiting the “World's End Viewpoint” near Ipinda with a breathtaking view of the endless expanse of the Ruaha Valley. Meals (B, L/L, D = FB) and accommodation at Utengule Coffee Lodge in Mbeya
Bridge of God (Daraja la Mungu) After a delicious breakfast, transfer to Songwe Airport for the domestic flight back to Dar es Salam (DAR). At the airport of Dar es Salam you will be met by a representative from Ndoto Safari and brought to the luxurious and venerable hotel "The Kilimanjaro". Enjoy the rest of the time at the infinity pool with a fantastic view over the bay with its port of Dar es Salaam. Meals (B/L) and overnight at the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro / Dar es Salaam
The famous "The Kilimanjaro Hotel" 
View across the bay to the port of Dar es SalaamAfter an excellent breakfast you will be driven to the airport in Dar es Salaam and unfortunately it is time to say goodbye with unforgettable insights in your luggage to the unknown Tanzania with its friendly people and its unique landscape and diverse untouched nature outside the usual well-trodden tourist paths. Individual return flight or flight to your connecting program. Meals (B) at the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro / Dar es Salaam
Our tip: Extend your exciting trip with one of our dreamy Tanzania safari tours or short safaris. Visit the chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park on the picturesque Lake Tanganyika, the extraordinary rock art of Kondoa or fly further into the Serengeti or spend time at Lake Victoria. After every safari there is also the opportunity to experience the last mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. We are happy to assist you with any extensions you require and with the selection of accommodation.
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