Duration
5-Day
Accra, Tanzania
5-Day Garden of God, Mpanga Kipengere, and Matema Beach
Overview
Experience the diverse beauty of Southern Tanzania on this captivating 5-day tour. We'll journey from the rugged and dramatic peaks of the Mpanga-Kipengere Range, and rolling hills of the Kitulo Plateau National Park, often referred to as the "Garden of God," too. Our adventure culminates with a relaxing stay at Matema Beach on the shores of Lake Nyasa, where you can soak in the tranquility and enjoy the lakeside scenery.
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Quick Facts
Route
Iringa to Iringa (City)
Via Mbeya (City), Kitulo NP, Matema Beach (Lake Malawi)
Country & park
Tanzania
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
5 years
Activities
game drives & beach time
Accommodation
Budget camping Mbeya (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included - Mbeya (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$2,419 USD
$1,731 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$2,463 USD
$1,775 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount.
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Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Iringa (Day 1)
Day 1
Mbeya (City)
Day 2
Kitulo NP
Day 3-4
Matema Beach (Lake Malawi)
End
Iringa (City) (Day 5)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping and lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
5
Minimum age of 5 years
The minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & beach time
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Budget camping Mbeya (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Mbeya (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Mapacha New Lodge Mid-range lodge 2-3hr drive from Kitulo NP – All Meals Included
Mid-range lodge 2-3hr drive from Kitulo NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Matema Lake Shore Resort
Budget resort at Matema Beach (Lake Malawi) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Iringa to Mpanga Kipengere Via Makambako Centre
Meet and greet our representative from Tiem Tours and Safaris at the lodge/Hotel you are staying in Iringa town Centre and will give you a quick briefing. You will start your journey to Mpanga Kipengere (Kimani Waterfalls). Our journey can take 4 hours. Upon arrive at the park gate our guide and park ranger will lead you to hike the famous Kimani Water falls with ensured safety. Expect to see a bunch of unique flora and fauna, scenic beauty and Cultural heritage features, as well as the Kimani water falls which is the iconic attraction for Mpanga’s forest. The Kipengere Mountain is surrounded by a beautiful plateau and glass-land. This makes premier destination for trekking and hiking; here, you will see the Chief Mkwawa’s hideout site. Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mbeya (City) Stay: Budget camping Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Mpanga Kipengere - Kitulo National Park
Sharp morning breakfast at your campsite, then transfer to Kitulo National Park. Our driver guide will give you a history of Kitulo/Garden of God, and you will understand where the name comes from and get the chance to see endemic species of butterfly, chameleon, lizard, and frog, further enhancing the biological wealth of God’s Garden. Unique and the only one of its kind in Africa for natural orchids and birds. In the evening, you will come back just for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located 2-3hr drive from Kitulo NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kitulo National Park Stay: Mapacha New Lodge Mid-range lodge located 2-3hr drive from Kitulo NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Kitulo - Matema Beach
Enjoy breakfast, then take our safari vehicle and drive to Matema beach via Mbeya town. We will arrive in the afternoon and stop for lunch and take a small village tour around the beach, have dinner, and overnight stay at the government bandas or hotel near the park. Budget resort located at Matema Beach (Lake Malawi) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Matema Beach (Lake Malawi) Stay: Matema Lake Shore Resort Budget resort located at Matema Beach (Lake Malawi) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Full Relaxation at Matema Beach
This day you will spend a full day relaxing at Matema Beach. You will start the beautiful morning with a sunrise at Matema Beach, and breakfast will follow. And proceed with your own activities. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in the lodge along Matema Beach. Budget resort located at Matema Beach (Lake Malawi) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Matema Beach (Lake Malawi) Stay: Matema Lake Shore Resort Budget resort located at Matema Beach (Lake Malawi) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Matema Beach, back to Iringa
Wake up early in the morning, have breakfast then drive back to Iringa via Mbeya town. Our driver guide will drop you at the hotel then you can explore Iringa town with its nightlife. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Iringa (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Iringa
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR - Check price) in Dar es Salaam
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Tiem Tours And Safaris
4.9 operator rating
9 reviews
We offer a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain climbing expeditions, and beach holidays around Tanzania. Tiem Tours offers you a wholesome and distinct insight into the wonders of Tanzania's amazingly diverse landscape, wildlife, history, and cultural heritage. We genuinely care and offer a heartfelt commitment to our guests and to the integration of responsible tourism with wildlife conservation, ecology safeguarding, and the well-being of indigenous cultural communities.
Office In
Tanzania
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2019)
Member Of
TTB & TALA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 13 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Budget camping Mbeya (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included - Mbeya (City) – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Iringa
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Tiem Tours And Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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