This lies to the north-west of Arusha. It’s a small range
which appears low and unimpressive when viewed from southern side but on
the northern side it has high peaks, sleep escarpments and some fine open
ridges which are ideal for working.
It is good area to consider if you want do something other than
Kilimanjaro and Meru, but can’t afford the time and Money.
Longido is further well known for the
presence of the rare mammals not often seen in the national parks The plains
and the slopes of the mountain form a refuge for gerennk, lesser kudu and
klipsringer. Other animal leaving around Longodo include giraffe, zebra
gazalle, buffalo, mongoose and silver backed jackals.
During the world war I, heavy fighting broke out in these area
between German and British. Many English soldiers were killed by a German
hiding safely behind a mysterious rock. He was speared by a bribed Maasai.
