Mount Longido

Adventure Above the Savannah

Mount Longido Trek

A rewarding trek on Mount Longido (≈ 2,637 m) — a lesser-known mountain near Arusha offering wildlife, Maasai culture and sweeping views across the Kenyan-Tanzanian border.

Itinerary Overview

This trek takes you from Arusha into the Maasai lands and up Mount Longido, combining nature, culture and panoramic views. Ideal as a short expedition or acclimatisation trek.

Day by Day Activities

Day 1: Arusha → Longido Village → Camp (~2,000 m)

Drive from Arusha to Longido village then hike through semi-arid bushland and montane forest up to your campsite at around 2,000 m. Overnight on the mountain.

Day 2: Camp → Summit (~2,637 m) → Longido Village → Arusha

Early morning summit push to Mount Longido’s peak (~2,637 m). After reaching the top and enjoying views, descend back to the village for lunch and transfer to Arusha in the afternoon.

Inclusions

  • ✔ All park/conservation fees
  • ✔ Professional mountain guide & local Maasai guide
  • ✔ Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, cooking gear)
  • ✔ Accommodation on mountain (1 night), meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) & drinking water
  • ✔ Transfers Arusha – Longido – Arusha

Exclusions

  • ✖ International flights
  • ✖ Visa fees, travel insurance
  • ✖ Personal climbing gear (sleeping bags, trekking poles, boots, clothing)
  • ✖ Personal expenses & extra hotel nights before/after (unless arranged)
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Quick Facts

  • Best time: June-October & December-March
  • Elevation: ~2,637 m (8,652 ft)
  • Duration: 2 days / 1 night
  • Location: Longido District, Arusha Region, Tanzania (~1½-2 hrs drive from Arusha)
  • Highlights: Maasai culture, wildlife sightings (giraffes, zebras, antelopes), views of Mount Meru & Kilimanjaro on a clear day

TRANSFERS

Transfers can be arranged between the airport, Arusha/Moshi, between hotels, restaurants and attractions, either on a seat-in-coach basis, or the private hire of an entire vehicle. All pick-up times are arranged to tie in with flight departures and scheduled tours. Our guides work to this timetable, collecting guests from each hotel en route to their intended destination.

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