In Mto wa Mbu, Rift Valley hike activities include guided trekking along the Great Rift Valley escarpment, offering stunning panoramic views of Lake Manyara and the surrounding landscapes. You can join walking safaris through tropical forests, explore local villages, banana farms, and markets, or combine hiking with cultural excursions to experience the area’s natural beauty and community life. Some tours also offer mountain biking and visits to waterfalls and swamps nearby for a varied outdoor adventure.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Hike through the untamed nature of the Great Rift Valley escarpment
Enjoy beautiful views over Lake Manyara National Park
Spot birds, monkeys, and other forest animals
Cultural excursion in Mto wa Mbu village, passing banana plantations and a local school
Learn about local life from your guide during the village stroll
Forest trekking through dense groundwater forest
Experience natural sounds like forest wind, bird calls, and babbling streams
See scenic waterfalls and learn about local plants, insects, birds, and small mammals
Guided by knowledgeable local guides
End with panoramic views of the green oasis of Mto wa Mbu and beyond
Bike ride around villages guided by locals
Explore rural life and natural beauty in an eco-friendly way
Adventure through scenic villages and farmland
Walk along the lake shore fed by underground springs
Spot tilapia and catfish in the lake, and wild animals like giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and hippos on the plains
Ideal for a relaxing break and wildlife viewing
370m airwalk through forest canopy with suspension bridges
Reach heights of 18m for a bird’s-eye view of the forest
Observe butterflies, monkeys, and birds from treetop platforms
Guided walk with insights into local flora and fauna
