Enduimet

Enduimet is a wildlife-managed area (WMA) in Olmolog and Tinga Tinga wards in the West Kilimanjaro Basin of Longido District. Kilimanjaro National Park borders it on the South-East, while on the North, it borders the Tanzania-Kenya political boundary. On the west side, the WMA borders with the Ngasurai Open Area. Enduimet is close to west Kilimanjaro, about 20km from the WMA center.

Endunmet was established in 2003 and is surrounded by nine villages that together form the Wildlife Managed Area (WMA)

Animals in Enduimet

The Enduimet WMA hosts a variety of wild species, which include: –

• Elephant (often), Buffalo (often), Giraffe (often), Leopard, Oryx, Lesser Kudu, Eland, Gerenuk, Klipspringer, Hartebeest, Bushbuck, Wildebeest, Bushbuck, Hyena, Thomson Gazelle, Grants Gazelle, and other small animals
• Ecologically, it acts as a connectivity between the Mkomazi National Park, Arusha, Kilimanjaro National Parks, and Tsavo ecosystems.

Accessibility

Enduimet WMA can be accessed using various roads;

1.  A gravel road from Bomang’ombe through Sanya Juu and Engare Nairobi to Rongai,
2. The rough road from Arusha-Namanga road junction at Longido village to Sinya, Ngereiyani, and Tingatinga.

Activities in Enduimet Wildlife Management Area Tanzania?

Hiking

Hike through the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro with a local Maasai warrior. See the diverse wildlife native to Enduimet, such as zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and, depending on the time of day, some rare animals. The bird life is active and plentiful, so don’t forget to grab your binoculars!

Cycling

Grab a bike and head out on an adventure. Choose between a short bike ride or a full day of cycling. The difficulty levels range, but nonetheless, it’s a unique experience. It’s just you and your bike, maybe a few zebras and antelopes!

Game Driving

Jump into an open-topped safari vehicle and head across the plains of Enduimet to view wildlife and diverse bird populations in the vast landscapes below Kilimanjaro. Seek out special species native to Enduimet, like Gerenuks, Lesser-kudu, or Oryx. Busy during the day? That’s okay; night drives can easily be arranged.

Donkey Trekking

Enduimet offers bushwalking treks and expeditions. Go places where cars can’t go and explore the landscapes off the beaten path. All while experienced donkeys carry your food and equipment across the rough terrain supervised by a Maasai guide

Visit Maasai Tribe

At Enduimet, we are proud to have the authentic Maasai experience, as they have done for many years. Visit a boma and immerse yourself in their daily routine by milking a cow, walking 3 kilometers to fetch water or firewood, and preparing a meal. In addition, Enduimet is one of the only places to see a hand-dug water well, which connects the community by bringing water collection points closer to the village. At Enduimet, you’ll experience the culture of the people!

Visit the Kenyan-Tanzanian border.

As the Wildlife Management Area (WMA) lies so close to Kenya, you can easily visit the official border between Tanzania and Kenya. Concrete blocks mark the border at the edge of Enduimet. You will be taken through the area’s history and learn about the steps between Tanzania and Kenya.