Kisasa Waterfall & Carter's Peak

Leave your hotel and walk through farmland and softwood plantation up to Carter's Peak — the same launch site used by paragliders for the long, slow flight down to the plains. From the peak, the view stretches all the way to Mombo town and the highway running between Dar es Salaam and Arusha. Spread out a picnic and take it slowly.

After lunch, drop down through the forest to the head of the Kisasa Waterfall, then back along village paths to the hotel.

Duration4–5 hours
DistanceApprox. 12 km
Elevation≈ 350 m varied
DifficultyModerate

Rates

KISASA & CARTER'S1 PaxGroup of 2–3Group of 4–6
Price per person155,000 TZS125,000 TZS100,000 TZS

Included

  • Local English-speaking guide
  • All entrance and conservation fees
  • Picnic or farm lunch (where indicated)
  • 1 litre of bottled water per person

Not Included

  • Personal travel insurance
  • Drinks at restaurants or bars
  • Tips and gratuities (always appreciated)

What to Bring

  • Comfortable walking or hiking shoes with grip
  • Light layers — mornings are cool, afternoons warmer
  • Light rain jacket (mountain weather changes quickly)
  • Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • 1–2 litres of water per person
  • Camera or phone for the views

Best time of year: June–October for clearest views from the peak; April–May for the strongest waterfall.