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range from easy to moderately stiff excursions. Guides are easily organised in Morogoro,
and costs are reasonable. See Click here .
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS & KITULO NATIONAL PARK
Until recently, the rolling hill country in southwestern Tanzania, stretching southwards
roughly between Makambako and Mbeya, had little tourist infrastructure. With the recent
gazetting of Kitulo National Park and a slowly expanding network of basic accommoda-
tion, this is beginning to change. Short day hikes and excursions can be organised from
Mbeya or Tukuyu. For anything longer and for overnight hiking in Kitulo, you'll need to
be self-sufficient and carry a tent and all your supplies. See Click here .
MAHALE MOUNTAINS
Mt Nkungwe in Mahale Mountains National Park makes a rugged but scenic and highly
enjoyable two- to three-day trek; Click here .
Trekking Operators
Many of the safari operators listed on Click here also organise treks. For trekking compan-
ies abroad, Click here . For other areas, see the destination chapters.
ARUSHA
If you're organising a Kilimanjaro trek in Arusha, look for operators that organise treks
themselves rather than subcontracting to a Moshi- or Marangu-based operator.
Dorobo Safaris ( 027-250 9685, 027-254 8336; daudi@dorobo.co.tz,
dorobo@habari.co.tz; midrange) Community-oriented treks in and around the Ngorongoro
Conservation Area and wilderness treks in Tarangire Park border areas and in the Serengeti.
Kiliwarrior Expeditions ( www.kiliwarriors.com ; top end) Upmarket Kilimanjaro climbs,
treks in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and safaris.
Summits Africa ( www.summits-africa.com ; upper midrange & top end) Upmarket adven-
ture safaris, including treks in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and to Lake Natron with
the option to climb Ol Doinyo Lengai, West Kilimanjaro walking safaris, multiday fully
equipped bike safaris and combination bike-safari trips.
MARANGU
Most Marangu hotels organise Kilimanjaro treks; Click here . Also worth noting is Marangu
Hotel's 'hard way' option that's one of the cheapest deals available for a reliable trek. For
US$295/350 plus park fees for a five-/six-day Marangu climb, the hotel will take care of
hut reservations and provide a guide with porter, while you provide all food and equipment.
Marangu Hotel also offers 'hard way' deals on the other Kilimanjaro routes.
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