Many questions remain unanswered who were the people living in Engaruka, how did they come to develop such an ingenious, farming system and who did they finally leave Engaruka? For unknown reasons, the farmers left Engaruka around 1700. Some 500 years ago, a farming community of several thousand people developed an ingenious irrigation and cultivations system. Situated 63 km north of Mto wa Mbu, on the road to Oldonyo Lengai and Lake Natron is one of Tanzania’s most important historic sites. The more you spend time in the tour the most you enjoy tour and learn more. In a cultural tour in Sapuk you will visit the amazing Waterfall, beautiful forest catchment, Hollytree view of the city of Arusha. Animal and Bird watching experience is what you can never miss a day in Longido.
Near the Kenyan boarder, Namanga in Longido you will have a unique experience taming animals by camel ride, learn and even act the Maasai way of life. Here you will have trekking experience of Ngorora Hill, thereafter visit Maasai Boma to have true experience of African Culture on general Maasai life, Maasai dancing group and visit Maasai colourful market. Its located 20km west of Arusha city along Nairobi road. Craftsmen group will show you small wooden stools, jewellery, knives and traditional clothing. You will also walk into the house of the traditional healer who will answer historical questions. You will be shown Maasai Boma, the oldest African irrigation system and experience waarusha cultural and enjoy traditional food. Getting There - 2 -3 hours by car from Moshi (4x4 during rains) via Mwanga on main Moshi / Dar es Salaam / Tanga road. Accommodations - Guest houses ad rooms in privates homes, a school rest house camping (bring your gear) day to trips from Moshi or Same. What to be Bring - Hiking shoes, warm clothing. Food and Drink - Beverages and local food available in Usangi town traditional meals can be arranged.
Moderates walking for local culture experience, but many hikes are quite strenuous some sites reachable by 4x4, and there are rewarding auto or foot tours to the plains.
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