Plan Your Visit
Getting to Mwanga, where to stay and what to explore
Come for the race, stay for Mwanga.
Mwanga District lies at the foot of the North Pare Mountains in Kilimanjaro Region, with views of Mount Kilimanjaro, lakes, forests and a rich culture. The festival is a chance to discover it — and to support local businesses while you are here.
GettingThere
By air
The nearest airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), between Moshi and Arusha.
By bus
Buses between Dar es Salaam, Moshi and Arusha pass through Mwanga town.
By car
Mwanga is on the main road between Moshi and Same. The race is at C.D. Msuya Stadium in Mwanga town.
ExploreMwanga
A few of the places and experiences around Mwanga. Ask us about guided trips before or after the race.
North Pare Mountains
Green hills, forests and villages above Mwanga — great for hiking and cool mountain air.
Nyumba ya Mungu reservoir
A large lake south of Mwanga, home to fishing communities and wide open views.
Lake Jipe
A quiet lake on the Kenya border, known for its birdlife and the mountains around it.
Culture & music
Traditional dances, ngoma and music at the Mwanga Utalii Festival on race day.
Local food
Taste traditional dishes from the area at the festival’s food zone.
Where toStay
- In Mwanga townGuest houses and lodges close to the stadium — book early, as rooms fill up around race day.
- In Moshi or SameMore hotels a short drive away, with easy access to Mwanga on race morning.
- Partner hotelsRecommended places to stay will be listed here.
We can help you plan
The festival is organised by Kisangara Tours Ltd, a Tanzanian tour operator. Contact us for help with accommodation, transport and trips around Mwanga and Kilimanjaro.
“Tukijua Tanzania, tutaitembelea; tukiitembelea Tanzania, tutaithamini; tukiithamini, tutailinda.”
When we know Tanzania, we will visit it; when we visit Tanzania, we will value it; when we value it, we will protect it.
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