Longido
Longido is a small border town 25.4km from Namanga and 84.3km from Arusha. Being a border town its home to many East African tribes but mostly the Maasai. At the foot of the town stands Mt. Longido with an elevation of 2,629m above sea level, a steep and demanding incline of more than 1300m but the view at summit is totally worth it. The hike and return is about 7-9hrs
Highlights:
Day 1 Kiserian Maasai Village
Highlight;
- Receive a warm Maasai welcome and cultural tour
- Hike the forest reserve and game view with an armed ranger
- Enjoy an evening of song and dance from Maasai performers,
- Enjoy Maasai style BBQ by the camp fire
- Retire to a private campsite for overnight stay
Day 2 Hike and Summit Mt. Longido
Highlights;
- Game viewing
- Bird watching
- Picnic Lunch
Drive to Arusha for Dinner and overnight stay