UDZUNGWA MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK
Udzungwa Mountains National Park is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers, offering a unique and unspoiled wilderness experience in the heart of Tanzania. Known for its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. The park is part of the Eastern Arc Mountains, which are recognized as one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots.
One of the highlights of Udzungwa Mountains National Park is the Udzungwa Mountains themselves, which are ancient and have been formed over 200 million years ago. The park is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including many species that are endemic to the area. It is particularly famous for its population of primates, including the Udzungwa red colobus monkey, which is found nowhere else in the world.
The park also offers a range of hiking and trekking opportunities, with trails of varying difficulty levels leading to waterfalls, viewpoints, and through lush forests. The Sanje Waterfall is one of the most popular attractions in the park, offering a stunning backdrop for picnics and swimming.