Rau Forest Reserve Ecotourism

Rau Forest Reserve Ecotourism Conducting Ecotourism activities in Rau forest Reserve which is located in Moshi Town only 2.9 from the town center, activities include f botanical tours.

RAU Catchment Forest Reserve
Moshi District, Kilimanjaro Region

Year of establishment; Before 1910
Declaration; GN 127 of 25/5/1951

Gazetted area 25 km2

LOCATION: 3_ 23' S 37_ 22' E
3 km south east of Moshi. Access is from Moshi. The reserve is on the gentle south facing alluvial base of Mt. Kilimanjaro, at an altitude of between 730 and 765 m. Rau Forest Reserve is mainly dominated by g

round water forest, also classified the reserve vegetation into natural ground forest, swamp forest and woodland forest. The reserve has diverse bird life and several large mammal species including black-and-white colobus monkey (Colobus guereza), blue monkey and Kirk’s dik-dik. Other species include squirrels, spiders, beautiful butterflies, dragon flies, ants, millipede, centipede, african snils, lizards, Nile monitor, frogs. The forest represent a number of native Tanzania trees and endemic tress include the largest and oldest African teak (Milicia excelsa)


Rau forest is among the few ground water forest in Tanzania and be one of the few natural forest located in a fast growing town (Moshi town) and to be yet not known by travelers or nature lovers. Tourism activities
-Forest hike for botanical tour.
-Primates watching, (Colobus guereza, Sykes monkeys)
-Bird watching (forest birds and water logged birds)
-Rice farm tour adjecent the forest.
-forest biking.
-Half marathon etc

Eastern green mamba spottep around Rau forest reserve, Moshi
09/08/2025

Eastern green mamba spottep around Rau forest reserve, Moshi

Brown forest cobra spotted around Rau forest reserve - Moshi.
09/08/2025

Brown forest cobra spotted around Rau forest reserve - Moshi.

Reconnect with Nature at Rau Forest! Breathe in the fresh forest air, spot black-and-white colobus monkeys, and wander t...
24/03/2025

Reconnect with Nature at Rau Forest!

Breathe in the fresh forest air, spot black-and-white colobus monkeys, and wander through a butterfly paradise! Experience the magic of forest bathing—a deep connection with Mother Nature like never before. 🌳🌿

📍 Book Your Tour Now!
📞 +255 62 733 5359 (WhatsApp)
📧 [email protected]

Nature is Calling.
11/12/2024

Nature is Calling.

Nature is calling
11/12/2024

Nature is calling

22/08/2024
Black and white colobus monkey of Rau forest
16/08/2024

Black and white colobus monkey of Rau forest

🌿👟 Experience | Explore | Engage | Eat Local | Support! 🌍 Lace up your boots for a hike through the stunning Rau Forest....
25/05/2024

🌿👟 Experience | Explore | Engage | Eat Local | Support!

🌍 Lace up your boots for a hike through the stunning Rau Forest. 🐒 Encounter black and white colobus monkeys up close, immerse yourself in the forest’s symphony, and savor every step of the jungle’s rhythm. 🌾 Explore picturesque rice paddies, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and join us in supporting our Rau Eco project. 🌱 Let’s make a difference together!

🌳🍽️

Address

Langoni, Mji Mpya
Moshi

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 16:00
Saturday 09:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+255627335359

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Rau Forest Reserve Ecotourism posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Rau Forest Reserve Ecotourism:

Shortcuts

Featured

Share