Can we hike in the Pugu Forest?
The Ministry of Natural Resources introduced an amendment to the Forest Regulations which includes the introduction of a fee of 30USD (Non-residents) per person for hiking in Pugu Forest Reserve, for residents there has no rate been indicated Tanzanians pay TZS 3.000. The process of obtaining a permit has proven difficult. Outside the Forest Reserve various alternative hikes are possible, with the hike to the cattle market being one of the most popular. In a latest development there are signals that the long overdue Nature Trails in Pugu Forest will be revived and expanded!