5-Day Kitulo Plateau & Highlands Hiking Safari - Great North Expeditions Tanzania

🌸 5-Day Kitulo Plateau & Highlands Hiking Safari

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Safari Type: Highland Hiking + Floral Exploration
Destination: Kitulo Plateau National Park, Southern Highlands
Starting Point: Mbeya, Tanzania
Ending Point: Mbeya or Iringa (optional onward to Ruaha or Udzungwa)

Safari Highlights

Explore the “Serengeti of Flowers”—a high-altitude wonderland filled with wild orchids, irises, and alpine flora
Hike rolling meadows and gentle ridges with panoramic views of Tanzania’s southern highlands
Spot rare birds and small mammals in peaceful, uncrowded landscapes
Stay in a charming mountain lodge or eco-camp near the park
Perfect for photographers, botanists, birdwatchers, and off-the-beaten-path trekkers

🗓️ Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Mbeya Arrival → Transfer to Kitulo

Pick-up from Mbeya Airport or city center
Scenic drive through the Southern Highlands to Kitulo Plateau (~2.5 hrs)
Settle in and enjoy a sunset walk near the lodge
Accommodation: Highland lodge or basic eco-camp

Day 2: Hike to Njombe Viewpoints & Wildflower Meadows

Full-day guided hike through the Kitulo grasslands, wildflower fields, and Njombe ridges
Spot endemic orchids (in season), sunbirds, and colorful butterflies
Picnic lunch on the trail with spectacular views
Accommodation: Same lodge or eco-camp

Day 3: Explore Matamba Escarpment & Birdwatching Trail

Morning trek to Matamba escarpment—excellent birdwatching and vistas
Chance to see Denham’s bustard, montane nightjars, and other rare species
Afternoon at leisure or optional nature walk around the lodge
Accommodation: Same lodge

Day 4: Visit Small Falls or Cultural Encounter (Optional)

Choose between a short hike to a nearby waterfall, or a visit to a local village for a cultural experience
Great opportunity to photograph local life and landscapes
Final sunset over the plateau
Accommodation: Same lodge

Day 5: Return to Mbeya / Onward Travel

Breakfast and transfer back to Mbeya
Optional onward travel to Ruaha, Udzungwa, or flight to Dar es Salaam

Safari Booking

First Name

Last Name

Phone Number (WhatsApp preferred)

Number of Travelers

Start Date

End Date

Nationality (for park fees and visa advice)

Additional Information / Special Requests

✅ What’s Included

4 nights accommodation (full board)
All park entry fees and conservation permits
Guided hikes and ranger escort where required
Private transport from Mbeya and back
Bottled drinking water and all meals
Support from local guide and driver

❌ What’s Not Included

Domestic flights to/from Mbeya
Personal hiking gear (boots, walking stick, warm jacket)
Travel insurance
Tips for guide, lodge staff, and driver
Alcoholic beverages and optional cultural entry fees