Usambara Mountain Range
The Usambara Mountains of northeastern Tanzania in tropical East Africa, comprise the easternmost ranges of the Eastern Arc Mountains. The ranges of approximately 90 kilometres (56 mi) long and about half that wide, are situated in the Lushoto District of the Tanga Region. They were formed nearly two million years ago by faulting and uplifting, and are composed of Precambrian metamorphic rocks. They are split into two sub-ranges; the West Usambaras being higher than the East Usambaras, which are nearer the coast and receive more rainfall.
Historically they were inhabited by Bantu, Shambaa, and Maasai people but in the eighteenth century, a Shambaa kingdom was founded by Mbegha. The kingdom eventually fell apart after a succession struggle in 1862. German East Africa colonists settled and after World War I it became part of the British mandated territory of Tanganyika.
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Destination
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Departure
Lushoto District, Tanga Region -
Departure Time
Approximately 8.30AM -
Return Time
Approximately 7.30PM -
Dress Code
Casual, comfortable and light -
Included
AccommodationAirport TransferBreakfastLunchPersonal Guide -
Not Included
5 Star AccommodationGallery TicketRare and unusual
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The Usambara Mountains of northeastern Tanzania in tropical East Africa. about half that wide, are situated in the Lushoto District of the Tanga Region.
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