Amani Nature Reserve

The Amani Nature Reserve is located off the regular safari circuit, which makes for quiet settings and a relaxed atmosphere. The Germans established an agricultural research institute in 1898 as well as extensive botanical gardens in 1902. The Amani Institute cleared large areas of the forest and introduced many new species of plants. The Amani Botanical Garden is one of the largest botanical gardens in Africa with over 460 plant species.

Guided walks on well-established routes allow visitors to view the diverse plant and animal life. Most of the trails in the Amani Nature Reserve are available for hiking and a few can be used for driving tours.

Of the 350 species of birds living in the East Usambara Forest, many