Itinerary from Mpanda to Inyonga, Rungwe, Bitimanyanga, Chunya, Kituro, and Mbeya

Day 1: Arrival in Mpanda

• Morning:Arrive in Mpanda. Check into your accommodation.
• Afternoon:Explore the local area. Visit Lake Tanganyika for scenic views and relaxation.
• Evening:Dinner at a local restaurant featuring traditional Tanzanian cuisine.

Day 2: Mpanda to Inyonga

• Morning:Depart from Mpanda early in the morning. The distance to Inyonga is approximately 200 km (about 4-5 hours by road). This it will be a drive with birding on root, and we will have our target to see or to look at on the miombo woodland. Our target birds on this day it will be the bohms flycatcher,
• Midday:Arrive in Inyonga. Check into your accommodation.
• Afternoon:Explore Inyonga town and visit local markets.
• Evening:Enjoy dinner at a local eatery.

Day 3: Inyonga to Rungwe

• Morning:Depart from Inyonga after breakfast. Travel to Rungwe, which is about 150 km away (approximately 3 hours by road).
• Midday:Arrive in Rungwe. Check into your accommodation.
• Afternoon:Visit the Rungwe Mountain area for hiking or nature walks.
• Evening:Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 4: Rungwe to Bitimanyanga

• Morning:After breakfast, depart for Bitimanyanga, located around 50 km from Rungwe (about 1 hour by road).
• Midday:Arrive in Bitimanyanga. Check into your accommodation.
• Afternoon:Explore the surrounding areas and enjoy outdoor activities such as bird watching or visiting local farms.
• Evening:Dinner at a guesthouse or local restaurant.

Day 5: Bitimanyanga to Chunya

• Morning:Depart from Bitimanyanga after breakfast. The journey to Chunya is approximately 70 km (around 1.5 hours by road).
• Midday:Arrive in Chunya. Check into your accommodation.
• Afternoon:Visit historical sites or engage with the community through cultural experiences.
• Evening:Enjoy dinner at a local establishment.

Day 6: Chunya to Kituro

• Morning:Leave Chunya after breakfast for Kituro, which is about 60 km away (approximately 1 hour by road).
• Midday:Arrive in Kituro. Check into your accommodation.
• Afternoon:Explore Kituro’s natural attractions or participate in community activities.
• Evening:Dinner at a nearby restaurant.

Day 7: Kituro to Mbeya

• Morning:Depart from Kituro after breakfast heading towards Mbeya, which is roughly 50 km away (about an hour’s drive).
• Midday:Arrive in Mbeya. Check into your hotel or guesthouse.
• Afternoon:Visit the Mbeya region’s attractions such as the Mbeya Peak or local markets for shopping and cultural experiences.
• Evening:Conclude your trip with dinner at a well-reviewed restaurant in Mbeya.

This itinerary provides a balanced mix of travel time and exploration of each location while allowing you to experience the culture and natural beauty of Tanzania.