From Arusha: Ilkidinga Village and Napuru Waterfalls Tour
ID: GYG935857-1460445
Category:
Country: Tanzania
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the village of Ilkidinga on this tour from Arusha. Visit a local primary school, see the Napuru Waterfalls, and learn about the WaArusha people.
Explore the village of Ilkidinga, set on the slopes of Mount Meru, on a full-day tour from Arusha. Visit a WaArusha village, see historical sites, and hike to the Napuru Waterfalls.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Arusha. Travel to the village of Ilkidinga, set on the slopes of Mount Meru. Learn about the WaArusha, a sub-set of the Maasai tribe, who live in the village.
Despite their use of the Maasai vernacular, the WaArusha are said to have Pare and Meru origins. Unlike their nomadic cousins, the WaArusha practice agriculture.
Take a nature walk and hike to the Napuru Waterfalls. See the crystal-clear water fall from a height of about 78 meters. Even in hot weather, the water is always refreshing and cool.
Visit a local primary school and learn about the history, culture, and wildlife of the area. Spot vervet monkeys and go bird watching. Enjoy a local lunch before returning to Arusha.
Highlights
- Visit the village of Ilkidinga, located on the slopes of Mount Meru
- Learn about the WaArusha people, a sub-set of the Maasai tribe
- See the Napuru Waterfalls, one of the sources of the Themi River
- Enjoy a nature walk and hike through the lush rainforest
- Visit a local primary school and learn about the local education system
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Visit to a WaArusha village
- Visit to historical sites
- Bird watching
- Vervet monkey spotting
- Nature walk and hike
- Visit to a local primary school
- Visit to Napuru Waterfalls
- Local cuisine experience
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
