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About Mbeya• It is not a district, neither a country; It is a region.• It is one of the Tanzania’s major regions• Situated to the southern highlands of Tanzania • 822Km south west of Dar Es Salaam• Elevation 1,700 meters 5,500 ft up to 2,900 to the highest
point at Rungwe peak.• Nick Named as the green city due to its rich in vegetations• It is also one of the three regions in the country that are
regarded as the National Basket • Is a gateway region to the southern African countries as you
descending from the United Republic of Tanzania• This is because of the presence of border to Malawi and
Zamibia.
History• Prior colonized by the German who made an area now known
as Matema as the counselor's capital in Mbeya• Letter the capital moved to a place now known as Masoko Lake Maar• Following the 1905 gold rush, Mbeya was founded as a gold
mining town in the 1920s.• Officially established in 1927 by the British government
as among the major Gold Supplier to the British East Africa • In the dispatch “Tanganyika” which now is the United
Republic of Tanzania. • The Lupa goldfields north of the town became a gold rush
region in the 1930s, but were then closed a couple of decades later.
Geology• The recent volcanic activities to shape the Mbeya-Iringa
region occurred between 2 to 4 million years ago• Occurred as a result of the rift action between underlying
tectonic plates. • As a result, this region presents a wide spread of mountains,
crater lakes and lava or dust plains, with a mass of natural interest throughout.
• Including astonishing falls, Basalt rocks, and various physical shapes that nourish the region almost to many parts.
• The rifting faults of the surrounding mountains appear to contain a wealth of riches
• But what glitters here is less often gold. • Composed of quartz crystals sparkling in sunlight.
Districts of Mbeya Region• Before its division Mbeya had 8 districts within a 6,342Km2
Land area. • Taking the 6.4% of the total country’s land• The districts were as follows: • Mbozi, Chunya, Ireje, Mbeya Rural, Mbeya Urban, Rungwe,
Kyela and Mbalali districts. • The region was cut into two regions• The New, Songwe Region was formed from Mbeya Region• Then Songwe Region acquired the districts of Ireje, Mbozi and
Chunya• Leaving Mbeya Region with the remaining districts of
Rungwe, Kyela, Mbalali, Mbeya Urban and Mbeya Rural.
Districts of Mbeya Region• There are 5 districts that Mbeya regions remained with after
its division, that are:• Rungwe District• Mbeya Urban• Mbeya Rural • Kyela District• Mbalali District• All of them are rich in Tourist attractions • Making Mbeya being among the remarkable Tourist
Destination in Tanzania.• Boasting many tourist activities i.e. Wildlife Safaris, Birding,
Hiking, Trekking, Beach activities and water sports, Cultural tourism activities, Green Tourism, Sightseeing e.t.c.
Tourist Attractions
• Matema Beach• Lake Ngosi crater• Lake Masoko crater• Mbeya Peak• Roleza peak• Kapologwe falls• Kimani Falls• Nyaugenge falls• Allan’s Falls• Mwalalo Falls • Malasusa Falls • Daraja la Mungu• Coal Mines
Tourist Attractions Cont.• Kijungu Pot• Usangu Gmae Reserve • Kitulao National Park• Ruaha – Usangu National Park• Lukwati Game Reserve• Mbozi Meteorite• Songwe hot springs and the Bat carves• Izumbwe Natural Bridge• Ifisi Zoo and Cultural Museum• Kingili Lake Crater• The Itungi Pot at Kiwila River mouth• Kyejo Mountains
Tourist Activities• Game Viewing Safaris and Game Hunting Safaris• Sight Seeing Tours and Beach Lounge Holidays• Cultural Tourism Programs• Mountains Climbing; Trekking and Hiking • Bicycle Trips and Day out walks • Walking Safaris, Canoe ridden , Boat trips in Lake Nyasa• Water sports and Sport Fishing activities • Green Tourism, Research on Tea, Cocoa, Tobacco and Coffee
plantations as well as on world History and Culture• Souvenirs, Night outing for leisure, Clubbing etc• Lodging and Camping both Adventures and Leisure excursions
Accessibility • Reached through Air, Road and Rail as one’s from Dar Es
Salaam• Scheduled Coaches from all parts of the country arrives
Mbeya every day• Train from Dar Es Salaam to Zambia crosses Mbeya twice a
week • If one’s coming from Malawi may use a ferry a cross Lake
Nyasa to Itungi Port in Kyela district of Mbeya Tanzania.• Thus Mbeya can be accessed through all that means of
transport from any where in Tanzania and outside Tanzania.• The best time to visit is between June and October while the
dampest period occurs between November and May.• Between December and February is an intermediate season.
Transportation• Transport in Mbeya varies from the cheapest commuter buses
to the costly charter flights • Your transport selections can be as wide as follows:• Flights• Buses• Train• Coasters • Min Buses (Dala Dala)• Rent a Car services• Tax cabs, Air port Transfers and Shuttle • Motorbikes for hire (Boda Boda)• When in Kyela, some time situation may force one to hire a
bicycle.
Accommodations and Bistros• Mbeya is dotted with a number of Recommended
accommodations for Lodging and Camping:• Hotels• Motels• Churches Hostels• Inns• Villas• Tented Camps• Camping Sites• Fine Restaurants with Tanzania’s and foreign Dishes as per
tourist interests.• Chinese and Indian Cuisine are most common than of the
other Asian and European Nations
Guides• It is possible to arrange guides for walks and days out
excursions in Mbeya• There have been security concerns for tourists wandering the
outskirts of Mbeya unaccompanied. • It is suggested one to pick a guide to a walk around Mbeya• Guides are not only for security but also for interpretations of
interesting things to be seen along.• Guides speaks good English, they are worthwhile to have
around for translating Swahili exchanges as you explore• They can arrange to visit local sites or to visit rural villages and
to places of interest according to one’s preference.• Search out on Facebook, for Ekindingo Safaris, or Mwema
Hudson to have a guide who can process even the whole excursion activities in Mbeya Tanzania.
Recommended Tour Guide• The writer of this handout works with Tour company in Mbeya as
a Tour Guide, Marketing officer and Tour Consultant• Under are Details about a recommended personnel:• Full Name: Mr. Mwema Hudson Mwanjisi• Company Name: Isana Travel and Tours Services• Location: Mbeya, Tanzania, East Africa• Email: [email protected]• Phones: +255 757 533 186/ +255 719 622 379• Website: www.isanatours.com • Facebook Page: Ekindingo Safaris/ Mwema Hudson• Tweeter: Mwema Hudson• Google +: Mwema Hudson• Could supply an outstanding Travel and guiding service in Mbeya,
informative and friendly guiding and assistance.
Lake Nyasa• Situated about 140Km from Mbeya Town• In the southern district of Kyela • Bordering the countries of Malawi and Mozambique• Boasts a wonderful sandy beaches e.g. Matema Baach• Kiwila river mouth and Lufilyo river mouth• Fishing activities, canoe ride, ferry boats, a Carve and pots• Cultural activities i.e. cookery, pot molding, Fishing e.t.c.• Mwalalo falls is vital place to pay a visit while in Matema• Crocodiles and hippopotamus may be spotted to lakes carves
near rivers and ponds • Livingstone mountains hiking and a visit to Kingili crater Lake • Ferries to Malawi, Mbamba Bay and to other lake coasts are
available at Itungi Port in Kyela.
Kiwila River• Stretches throughout Rungwe district to Kyela district• Forming wonderful historical geology features along it• The local associates the miracles of the river with a myth story of a
(NYIFWILA) dragon spirits.• Kijungu pot, Malasusa falls and the Daraja la Mungu are attractions
located in Kiwila river.• Kapologwe falls are formed by the Kiwila tributary “river Kala”• The Kiwila coal mine in Kyela are along the river side• Kiwila river mouth is situated at the new Itungi pot in Kyela• Boast Fishing activities, Canoeing, Bird watching, fortunately
Crocodiles may be seen.• Hiking, Trekking and sightseeing, may be arranged and never miss
visiting the hanging bridge after Kapologwe fall as ascending to Ireje mountains.
Lake Ngosi Crater• The peak of Ngosi mountain is 2,620m above the Mporoto Forest
Reserve.• The crater is roughly 38 km southeast of the city of Mbeya.• Is the highest point of the Mporoto Ridge Forest Reserve• The forest has an endemic three horned chameleon (Chameleo
fuelleborni). • Is the second largest Crater Lake in Africa• It is a sight of outstanding natural beauty and a superb hiking
location• It is a green shimmering lake walled by the collapsed caldera of the
extinct Ngosi Volcano. • The water is slightly brackish, contains some fish, and is up to 75 m
deep.• The Lake is among of many tourist attractions of Mbeya Tanzania,
pulling hundreds of visitors each year.
Lake Masoko Crater• Situated in Rungwe District Mbeya south of Tanzania • It was an administrative center between Tukuyu and Lake
Nyassa dulling Germany colonization• Masoko maar lake, in German colonial times it housed the
barracks of a company of the Schutztruppen. • Known specially for its history• This beautiful Crater Lake is a perfect place for swimming,
picnics and camping. • Canoe ride and Fishing may be performed near Lake shore• The Germans cast off coins and other items in the Lake when
being chased by British forces during the First World War. • Here you will discover more on Rungwe’s past while taking a
walk around the Lake.
Mbeya Peak• The most splendid peak towering above the whole town • Stands at 2,826 m high, making it the second highest peak in
the Southern highlands after Rungwe Mountain• It takes about four hours to reach the peak• Covered with beautiful flowers and gorges that link to Lake
Nyasa and Lake Rukwa to the far North.• The view from the top gives a wonderful Mbeya Town
panorama• There are two ways to reach the peak which are:• First is the Luinji Farm route (Takes 3hrs up and 2hrs down)• Second is the Kawetele route (Takes 4hrs up and 3hrs down)• Alternatively can climb with the other route and go down with
the other.
Kitulo National Park• Prior Known as Elton Plateau, named after the explorer Frederick
Elton who crossed the area in the 1870s.• It is about 160Km East of Mbeya to reach kitulo national park.• It is one of the great flower gardens of the world, over 350 of
High plant recorded with 45 species of terrestrial orchids alone. • There is 31 Endemic species of lower, several rarely seen birds
Denhams bustard, Kipengele seedeater, njombe cristicola etc. • Africa’s first new specie of monkey for over 20 years(Lungwecebus
kipunji) has been discovered here in mount Rungwe• Well drained grassland on volcanic soils with species like Aster
transaniesis, Knophofia grantee, Lobelia, Gladiolus, Moraea callister and Romulea companuloides
• Other species are Hagenia abyssinica, Ocotea usambarensis, Juniperus procera, and Sinarundinaria alpina,
Activities in Kitulo NP• The Numbi valley is occupied by Juniper forest, one of the
most extensive in Africa. • They tower to 50m high and are indeed the tallest Junipers in
the world. • Activities in Kitulo National Park may be:• Mostly Sightseeing• Cultural activities to Matamba village • Bird watching • Hiking• Camping and Picnic• Walking safaris • Cycling/ Biking (Bicycle Riding)• Also Horse riding and Golf sport has been proposed as well.
Loleza Peak• Stands 2,656m high on Mount Kaluwe in Mbeya town.• Is the large hulk of mountain at the foot of which Mbeya town sits. • Two climbing routes, both commences in Town near the Region
Referral Hospital. • Not less than 2 hrs to climb up and almost 2hrs down.• On top of Loleza, magnificent view of Mbeya peak is seen North
West. • The peak gives a panorama (bird eye) view of the Mbeya town• A patient birdwatcher can see variety of bird species.• Beautiful flowers and various plant species in a dance tropical
forest offers a superb environment to ramble within. • Butterflies, Grasshoppers and dragon flies also may be spotted.• Other variety of insect species including the playing/dancing
mantis can rarely be seen.
Out of Town• Out of Mbeya Town, excursions may be arranged to: Ifisi Zoo and the Cultural Museum• Various games may be seen in the zoo i.e. Kudu, Snakes,
Impala, Various Birds, Hyena, Gazelles, etc.• The museum at Ifisi hosts Nyakyusa and Safa Cultural
exhibitions as well as other Mbeya Tribes cultural facts • Includes traditional weapons, Music instrument, Cloths and
warriors ornaments, etc. Izumbwe Natural bridge at Izumbwe village in Mbalizi is
another feature out of town• Formed by sold Basalt lava leaving it across the small river and
shaped a wonderful natural feature furnished as a bridge.• People took it as God’s award to them for the place had no
bridge before.
The Mbozi Meteorite• It is a world’s 8th largest meteorite, an Iron type meteorite
weigh 12 tones found in Mbozi, Songwe Tanzania.• Located about 43km west of Mbeya town.• The exactly time when it felt from the sky, is not known .• Has been known by local for hundreds of years ago when
firstly was seen by some one Halele (He was Ironsmith) • Local protected it as a ritual site for their worships after their
discovery.• Some one YengaYenga the area’s resident shows the iron body
to a Germany explorer named Hellman Note in 1930• It was publicized internationally as a meteorite in 1931• Composition of the Meteorite is 90.45% Iron, 8.69% Nickel,
0.69% Copper, 0.11% Phosphorus, 0.1% Sulfur,
Songwe Hot springs and Bat Carves• It’s a widest hot water springs ever, found in Momba village,
Songwe Tanzania.• Situated about 56Km north west of Mbeya to the upper cast
region of Songwe limestone's area.• Set in the heart of the Travertine Mining • It is the hottest Hot Water Springs reaching up to 100oC hot. • Where even eggs or potatoes take about five (5) minutes to
cook, ready for eating! • Hike around the area to view beautiful sceneries and also see
the Momba River, which is believed to have gold and natural gas deposits.
• The Tiles making stone quarry and The Bat Carves are wonderful feature to observe around Momba Village.
Mpanga Kipengele Game Reserve• The Reserve has unique flora and fauna, scenic beauty, cultural
heritage of Nyumbanitu and Kimani waterfalls.• Are very attractive for nature tourism. • Visiting the reserve is quit a special and lifetime experience while in
Mbeya Tanzania.• The reserve protects a variety of small to mega fauna including
rodents, primates, mammals, birds, reptile, amphibians and fish.• The Kipengere ranges, Mpanga highlands and Chaufukwe Moutains
are lovely landscapes for recreation. • Are also ideal for trekking, walking and hiking, Walking Safaris and
Horse riding.• The reserve is accessible by Air, Railway and Road from Mbeya or
else where.• The Beautil Kimani and Nyaugenge falls are within the reserve area.
Kimani River• Is located west of Mbeya in Mbalali district travesing the Mpanga
Kipengele to Kitulo• Boast a beautiful Bird area for birding• Wonderful waterfalls picnic of Kimani fall, the Nyaugenge falls and
Allan’s waterfalls• The Nyaugenge falls, a magnificent drop of some 120m is a
beautiful sight you will come to see in front of you.• It is possible to walk down to the base of the falls, if the river is not
too high then you can enjoy a wonderful swimming in the pool.• The Kimani Falls scenery is a spectacle of huge stones and several
river beds with a unique and very different view from the usual sightseeing visits.
• It is a really astonished waterfalls picnic site where any one would like to stop and admire
Usangu Game Reserve• Located East of Mbeya in Mabali District.• It has been added to Ruaha for the Expansion of Ruaha National
Park.• Ruaha-Usangu area is believed to have high concentration of
elephants than any national park in East Africa.• Is one of the Tanzania birds’ paradise with more than
571species. • Characterized by mountains, valleys, grassland and Miombo
woodlands.• It includes the Ihefu Wetland, the natural water reservoir for
the Great Ruaha River.• The Big Five found are elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard. • Plains game such as greater kudu, waterbuck, bushbuck,
topi, oribi and many more.
Investment Opportunity• Mbeya investment may vary according to investors interests and
Business experience, The region bears a wide chance to invest in the following:
Marine Transportation: • Ferry Boats are needed to furnish transfers within Lake Nyasa which
joins the Ruvuma Region, Mbeya Region in Tanzania and the countries of Malawi and Mozambique.
Agriculture Products:• Cash crops like Coffe, Tea, Cocoa, Tobacco, Pyrethrum, Palm nuts may
offer investment opportunity in creation of Manufacturing films such as Oil processing, Tea Processing, etc
Game Stone Mining, Stone Quarries, Cement Processing, and as many as can be seen according to product found in Mbeya Tanzania. Let you suggest what you are capable of.
Investing in accommodation, especially to the Lake Nyasa near Itungi Port are seriously recommended.
Conclusion• Hope you enjoy the reading• The writer of this handout is a Tour consultant at Isana Travel and
Tours Services, in Mbeya Tanzania.• The one you can have for companion to any part in Tanzania.• He is friendly and inviting, hopeful one may enjoy having Mwema
Hudson by aside to Tanzania• Good English speaker and intermediate French.• We will make your holiday an epoch moment of your life time. • Welcome to Mbeya Tanzania, the Green City.• A land of Daraja la Mungu, Kimondo cha Mbozi and the Songwe
hot springs.• Reservation write to: [email protected]• Or visit our website: www.isanatours.com • Facebook Page: Ekindingo Safaris
