Spend a vibrant day in the colorful village of Mto wa Mbu, one of Tanzania’s most culturally diverse communities near Lake Manyara National Park. Walk through lush banana plantations, visit local homes, and learn traditional farming methods. Enjoy a delicious homemade Swahili lunch prepared by local women and taste fresh tropical fruits. Experience traditional dance performances and interact with talented Makonde woodcarvers. Optional cycling through the village and surrounding farms adds an adventurous touch to this authentic cultural immersion.
08:30 AM – Depart from lodge/hotel to Mto wa Mbu village
09:30 AM – Guided village walk through banana plantations and rice fields
10:30 AM – Visit local artists (Makonde carvings & paintings)
01:00 PM – Traditional Swahili lunch with local family
02:30 PM – Traditional dance performance
03:30 PM – Optional cycling around farms and local homes
04:30 PM – Return to Arusha
Activities fee
Bottled mineral water
Snacks &drinks
Lunch
Guide tips
Breakfast