Pugu Hills Forest Hiking Day Trip
Dar es salaam
Appreciating the unique features of the Pugu Hills Forest can be tricky on your own. Dedicate your day to exploring the coastal woodland on a hiking tour, and benefit from the insider knowledge of a local guide to help you spot endemic species, discover man-made structures, and navigate nature trails with ease. Avoid hidden costs with lunch, entrance fees, and round-trip transfer from your Dar es Salaam hotel included in the price.
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Take a break from the city on a day tour to the Pugu Hill Forest Reserve
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Explore with a local guide to navigate the dense forest with ease
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Enjoy an active sightseeing experience, ideal for nature lovers
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Keep energized with lunch and round-trip hotel transfer included
Activities
- Hiking
Pugu Hills Forest Reserve is located in a large mountainous area southwest of Dar es Salaam and the closest settlement being Kisarawe. It is situated in the Pugu Hills region, next to the Kazimzumbwi Forest near Dar es Salaam. Both Kazimzumbwi and the Pogo Forest which was formerly known as Mogo Forest belong to a forest that is considered to be one of the oldest globally. This area is characterized by a large variety of native animal and plant species.
Pugu Hills Forest Reserve attracts large numbers of visitors each year, mainly due to its proximity to Dar es Salaam and Julius Nyerere International Airport (20 minutes drive from the park). Hiking trails have been set up that lead to the main attractions including the cave which is a sacred place for the residents of Zaramo, a fascinating local cattle market and some caves where bats live and are a marvel to watch as they fly out especially at sunset. Camping should be possible with permission from the Ministry of Natural Resources.
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