Mang'ula Village is located in the Kilombero Valley about 60km from Mikumi. It is nestled agains the Udzungwa Mountains National Park and is home to the Park Headquarters. This friendly village has three major tribes: the Wapogoro, Wandamba and Wabena.
the village is mainly agricultural with many of the villagers working in the neighbouring sugarcane farms. There is a certain amount of traditional cultivation as well and it is possible to visit some of the local farms and see the ancient farming methods in practice.
Mang'ulais has a primary school and Orphanage both of which are appreciative of any donations you or materials may be willing to leave.
There is excellent birdwatching around the village in the shamba and on the forest edge. Crowned Eagles, Martial Eagles, falcons, black kites and Bateleurs may often be seen as well as three types of Hornbill: the Silvery Cheeked, Trumpeter and Crowned. The increase in biodiversity know as the edge effect is particularly pronounced at Hondo Hondo Campsite (Udzungwa Forest Campsite) and we recommend this site to birdwatchers of all levels.
The village has an excellent traditional drumming and dance troupe that will be happy to perform for you by a roaring fire (prior arrangement only). These guys are the real thing and not just a tacky show put on for tourists.
Mang'ulais the place to stay before climbing into the Udzungwa Mountains or heading deeper into the Kilombero Valley.
For more information on visiting the Udzungwa Mountains or staying in Mang'ula, please contact us.
Udzungwa Forest Camp more info ->
Udzungwa Forest Camp is situated on the border of the Udzungwa Mountains National Park, the Udzungwa Forest Campsite is well located for hiking, trekking, primate and bird watching, and offers a relaxing and pleasant location and a beautiful view.
Udzungwa Mountain View Hotel more info ->
The Udzungwa Mountain View Hotel is situated close to the Udzungwa Mountains National Park HQ, by the side of the main road. It has around 30 basic rooms with en-suite facilities (often in a state of poor repair so check your room out before you agree to stay in it). There is hot water though you may have to ask for the fire to be lit and to make it and wait a while for your shower.
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