Tengeru Cultural Tourism
Tengeru Cultural Tourism is close to the picturesque slopes of Mount Meru. Tengeru is 13 km from Arusha town, along the Arusha-Moshi/Dar es Salaam road.
What Offered?
- A glimpse of Meru culture
- A visit to a local farm owned and managed by members of the Patandi Women’s Group
- A guided tour to the legendary Chief’s compound to see his handicrafts and artefacts, followed by a hiking tour up Mt. Meru
- A visit to families with disabled children in the village to exchange ideas on family planning and HIV/ AIDS
- An introduction to the Village Environmental Conservation Initiative (VECI)
- Attending the church service on Sunday
- A taste of locally prepared coffee and learning about the bio-gas plant
- Entertainment by local theatre works around a bonfire
- Visit a local primary school (2 hours)
- Visit any of the three primary schools in the vicinity. One is a regular primary school, the second a Special school for the handicapped, and the third a Teaching practice school. Meet the children and participate in their activities.
- Patandi Bush tour (3 hours)
- Visit Patandi village and the villagers’ homes. See the farms, cattle rearing, and coffee-making process.
Lake Duluti tour (4 hours)
Walk to Lake Duluti, a caldera lake, and learn about the historical background and mysteries associated with it. A boat ride can be arranged, or you can enjoy the abundant flora in the area.
River Malala eco-tour (half day)
Take a nature walk along the riverbank to enjoy the scenery, birds, flowers, and trees. Shimbumbu Hill nature expedition (half-day): Walk through banana and coffee plantations, then cross the Malala River and ascend to the top of Shimbumbu Hill and the Msese caves.
Kimundo excursion (3 days)
Visit an African chiefdom, Khum Springs, and the Maasai-Kwevi point near River Malala. Hear the story connected with these sites.
Visit the Mangalia waterfall and pay tribute to two young missionaries at a nearby graveyard.
Later, go hiking up the Majestic Mount Meru. Songs: Enjoy local singing, dancing, and poetry of the Meru culture around a bonfire at Night. Shopping:
Join the locals for evening shopping and purchase a souvenir.
We invite you to explore other Maasai you might be interested
