Visit of Mto wa Mbu

The bustling farming community of Mto Wa Mbu, located next to Lake Manyara, has a population of just under 20,000.
Spend half a day or even a full day here with a knowledgeable local guide and you will discover a side of Tanzania that many visitors miss.
Your guide is likely to be from the village itself, so you will have a unique opportunity to see the community through his eyes. Tours last approximately 2-3 hours, but are flexible. During your visit, you will get a good sense of the social aspect of the village – the farms, schools, markets and churches. Your guide will be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you understand the inner workings of this typical Tanzanian community.
You’ll likely start at the village banana plantations, where more than 30 different varieties of bananas are grown. You will learn not only how this staple fruit is grown, but also the different uses of the plant as a whole, from food to building materials and art.