Looking for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of Arusha, a quiet place to spend your weekend where you can recharge amidst Tanzania’s beautiful nature?
We would love to welcome you to Darakuta’s Mpingu Campsite, located at the base of the Rift Valley only 3.5 driving hours from Arusha. Ideal for a short camping trip with your family over the weekend, there is something for everyone.
Go exploring on over 17,000 acres of wild bushland, where thanks to holistic grazing practices, wildlife and cattle can coexist. It is safe to walk around freely as there are no buffaloes or lions, but a multitude of other wildlife – ranging from fascinating reptiles, amphibians and insects, to leopards, porcupines, forest antelopes, small carnivores and a plethora of beautiful birds.
Take a day hike up along the Kou River and see if you can spot our elusive river otter or a red forest duiker, climb the rift valley escarpment and transition from hilly bushland to tropical rainforest, go birding or butterfly-spotting – or just spend the day relaxing and enjoying nature along the Kou River where you can take a dip in the cool waters tumbling down from the Rift Valley escarpment.
Visit our beautiful, wild ranch and get away from the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life.
Visit our iNaturalist project to see what species have already been observed on Darakuta, and help contribute to the sightings when you come and stay!