About This Trip

Featuring the Magoroto Camping Festival 2026

Duration: 3 Days | 2 Nights

Destination: Magoroto Forest Estate, Tanzania

Travel Dates: 4th – 6th September 2026

Departure Point: Mombasa, Kenya

Accommodation: Private Camping Tents (shared tents for couples)

Meals: Full Board

Travel Style: Camping • Festival • Adventure • Nature • Culture

KES 26,999 (East African Residents)

USD 295 (International Travellers)

Book your seat with only KES 5,000

Three days. One forest. Countless unforgettable moments.s

Escape the ordinary and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Magoroto Forest Estate, nestled within the lush East Usambara Mountains of Tanzania.

The Forest Horizon Journey is an unforgettable cross-border adventure that combines nature, culture, and outdoor experiences with the excitement of the annual Magoroto Camping Festival.

Spend your days hiking to scenic waterfalls and viewpoints, kayaking across a tranquil freshwater lake, relaxing on floating loungers, enjoying live entertainment under the stars, and connecting with fellow adventurers around a roaring bonfire.

Hosted by Experience Kenya, this journey takes care of the planning so you can simply enjoy the experience.

Perfect For:

Solo Travellers
Couples
Friends
Adventure Lovers
Campers
Nature Enthusiasts
Content Creators

Journey Highlights

Camp beneath the stars in a beautiful rainforest
Experience the Magoroto Camping Festival
Hike to stunning waterfalls and panoramic viewpoints
Boat ride across Lake Magoroto
Kayaking adventure
Bamboo rafting
Floating lake loungers
Sunset picnic
Bonfire night
Live music & entertainment
Usambara Spice Experience
Historical sites visit
Factory production tour
Paintball
Swimming
Fishing

Your Journey

Day 1 – Cross the Border to the Forest

Your adventure begins in Mombasa as we board a comfortable long-distance coach to Muheza, Tanzania.

Upon arrival, our private transfer takes us into the breathtaking Magoroto Forest Estate. After checking into our tents, we’ll settle into camp before joining the opening activities of the Magoroto Camping Festival.

As evening falls, enjoy live entertainment, meet fellow travellers, and gather around the bonfire beneath the forest canopy.

Dinner & Overnight Camping.

Day 2 – Adventure in the Usambara Mountains

Wake up to the sounds of nature before enjoying a hearty breakfast.

Spend the day exploring everything Magoroto has to offer. Hike through lush rainforest to spectacular waterfalls and viewpoints, paddle across the lake by kayak or bamboo raft, relax on floating loungers, swim in the freshwater lake, visit the Usambara Spice Experience, explore historical sites, enjoy the factory production tour, challenge your friends to paintball, or simply soak in the festival atmosphere.

As the sun begins to set, we’ll gather for a memorable sunset picnic before another evening of live music, laughter, and celebration around the bonfire.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Day 3 – Farewell to the Forest

Enjoy a relaxed morning surrounded by nature before checking out.

Our private transfer returns us to Muheza, where we’ll board our coach back to Mombasa, arriving later in the day with unforgettable memories, new friendships, and stories to last a lifetime.

Breakfast.

Activities Included

Festival Entertainment

Live music performances
Stand-up comedy
Bonfire night
Fun outdoor games

Adventure & Nature

Guided hike to Usambara Waterfalls
Scenic viewpoint hikes
Boat ride
Kayaking
Bamboo rafting
Floating lake loungers
Swimming
Sunset picnic

Culture & Discovery

Usambara Spice Experience
Historical sites visit
Factory production tour

Outdoor Activities

Paintball
Fishing
Canoeing
Swimming
Hiking
Sunset Painting
Spice farm tour

What’s Included

✔ Return coach transport (Mombasa ⇄ Muheza)

✔ Private transfers (Muheza ⇄ Magoroto Forest Estate)

✔ 2 Nights’ Accommodation in private camping tents (shared tents for couples)

✔ Full Board Meals

✔ Entry to the Magoroto Camping Festival

✔ All activities as outlined in the itinerary

✔ Experience Kenya Trip Host

✔ Border crossing assistance and travel coordination

What’s Not Included

Passport and visa fees (where applicable)
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Drinks outside the meal plan
Any activity not listed as included

Pricing

🇰🇪 East African Residents

KES 26,999 per person

International Travellers

USD 295 per person

Reserve Your Spot with Only KES 5,000

Secure your place with a non-refundable booking deposit of KES 5,000.

The remaining balance can be paid in flexible installments, with full payment due by 20th August 2026.

Good to Know

Fitness Level: Easy to Moderate

Travel Documents: A valid passport or temporary passport is required. Guests are responsible for meeting Tanzania’s entry requirements.

Your Forest Horizon Awaits

Leave the noise behind and discover a different side of East Africa where misty forests, mountain views, campfires, music, and unforgettable adventures come together in one incredible weekend.