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About Mbeya, Tanzania

Nestled at the base of Loleza Peak, Mbeya is a lively urban hub in south-west Tanzania near the borders with Malawi and Zambia. It’s a great base for visiting majestic Lake Ngozi and Kitulo Plateau National Park, a protected area that’s renowned for both its flora and fauna.

Things to do in Mbeya

For sweeping views across Mbeya, join a half-day guided hike to the 2,656-metre-high Loleza Peak, which rises to the north of the city. On return to the centre, you can feast on barbecued chicken and nyama choma (grilled goat) at one of the traditional restaurants or shop for locally-made souvenirs at African Movement Art and Crafts.

Birdwatchers shouldn’t miss a visit to Lake Ngozi, an immense crater lake that’s one of the largest in Africa. It’s a challenging trek to the crater rim through a forest inhabited by noisy monkeys, chameleons and a diversity of native bird species. After a steep ascent, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views across Lake Ngozi’s emerald-green waters and tumbling cascades.

Continue driving east to Kitulo Plateau National Park, a spectacular tract of montane grassland and forest that was established primarily to protect its flora. It’s home to around 350 species of plants that include several rare orchids and Afroalpine specialists. On the south-west-facing slope of the park lies the Livingstone forest, where you can spot endangered highland mangabeys, Rungwe dwarf galagos and Abbott's duikers.

Getting around Mbeya

Mbeya Airport is 35 minutes’ drive from the city centre and has flights to destinations across Tanzania while regular trains connect from the Mbeya railway station to Dar es Salaam. Coaches and dalla-dalla minibuses run to and from the Malawian and Zambian borders. Mbeya is compact enough to explore on foot and taxis are readily available.

Facts about staying in Mbeya, Tanzania

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Mbeya to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 7 February 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Mbeya?

    La-Domek Traveller's home is a very popular hotel in Mbeya, with a score of 8.8 from 41 reviews. Ifisi Community Centre (7.8 from 49 reviews) and Mbeya Hotel (7.6 from 77 reviews) are also highly rated Mbeya hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • How much do hotels in Mbeya cost?

    The average prices of hotels in Mbeya have been around S$ 66 per night over the last 3 days.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Mbeya?

    HotelsCombined users have found cheap hotels in Mbeya starting from S$ 34 per night in the last 3 days.

  • How much is a hotel in Mbeya tonight?

    Mbeya hotels start at S$ 34 for tonight; however, the average price of accommodation is about S$ 68. Many 4-star stays can be found in Mbeya tonight, with prices starting at S$ 34. These prices were found on HotelsCombined within the last 72 hours.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Tanzania?

    In addition to Mbeya, travellers opt to visit Nungwi when visiting Tanzania. Dar Es Salaam is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Mbeya?

    In total, there are 67 hotels to choose from in Mbeya, compared to 6,381 properties in Tanzania.

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