Lake Chala Tour: An Exhilarating Day of Hiking, Swimming, and Kayaking
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12 Ratings
Arusha
Experience the beauty of Lake Chala on a thrilling day tour. Hike, swim, and kayak in its pristine waters, surrounded by stunning landscapes. Discover the hidden gem of Tanzania!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Lake Chala - Your friendly guide will arrive at your accommodation armed with your tasty packed lunch. Then he or she will bustle you into the transport and drive you to Lake Chala Safari Camp. On the way you’ll journey through the everyday life of Moshi and on to the freeway, and you can spend a relaxing, comfortable hour-and-a-bit taking in the sights. Lake Chala Safari Camp is a beautiful private game reserve overlooking Lake Chala. You’ll arrive there and our guide will take you down to the lakeside, through vividly green flora, with the blue, blue lake ahead of you. It gets quite rocky near the lake so wear sturdy footwear. It’s a stunning area perfect for hikers and birdwatchers, and in season you might be lucky enough to spot elephants gathering at a distant waterhole. Spend the day wandering the paths around the lake or across the nearby savannah, where you’re likely to see baboons, vervet monkeys and blue monkeys as well as (perhaps) the shy dik-dik and graceful kudu, too. After your hike, spend some time sitting by the lakeside enjoying the stillness, only disturbed by birdsong and the gently lapping waters. If you’re feeling a little more active, you can jump into a kayak and explore the lake further. You’ll be serenaded by the ever-present birdsong and gentle plashing of the water as you row. After your adventures, stop at the bar for a drink (alcoholic or otherwise) and, if you’re a little peckish, an afternoon snack. If you haven’t opted to camp at the Lake (think campfire under the star-filled heavens), you’ll be driven back to Moshi in the late afternoon. The pleasant drive will give you some “you” time to reflect on your day and wonder if it would be rude to go straight to bed when you get back – you won’t believe how tired you’ll feel after a day of restorative, stress-relieving peace.
What's Included
- Lunch included
- All fees and taxes covered
- Private car with personal guide
- Guide wages included
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Tipping the guide and Cook
- Visas
- Hotel Accomodation
Additional Information
The serenity of Lake Chala feels like enduring ages apart from the hustle of Moshi town, yet it’s only a sixty-minute journey by car, making it ideal for an out-of-the-ordinary day excursion. Lake Chala, a caldera lake, is replenished by pure, chilly subterranean currents emanating directly from Kilimanjaro, and is famous for its vividly shifting hues; ranging from a rich turquoise to a lustrous emerald to a bright sky-blue and all the shades that lie in between. It serves as the perfect spot to decompress, offering options such as trekking through the idyllic landscape that envelops the lake, taking a dip in its crystal-clear waters (remember to bring your swimwear!), or paddle across the international line into Kenya. Or perhaps dabble in all three activities! It represents a day brimming with intimate engagement with one of Tanzania’s archetypal yet most serene gems.
Location
Arusha Tourist Inn
Sokoine Road
Travelers may come directly to our offices located at the Arusha tourist inn.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Benson159
Feb 14, 2021
Having a great swimming experience in Lake Chala - I and my lover were having a great tour that was organized by Burigi Chato Safaris, everything was fine including transport, accommodation and meals, we such having a great tour and enjoyable tour in Lake Chala. thank you so Much.
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Charlottesteve00
Feb 3, 2021
Lake chala day tour - I love the and the activities over there, especially canoeing, it was really amazing with the African boat. For moshi tours you don't need to miss the day tour to lake chala.
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Gardenpastor
Feb 2, 2021
Canoying at Lake Chala - My wife was interested with canoying and swimming in the lake, we decided to book a lake Chaka tour, the only thing I can insist is the government should look on the imfrastructure, meaning the roads to lake chala
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Jenseentheobarrd
Jan 22, 2021
meals prepared were really nice. - There is small place where you can sit and enjoy the view of the lake. But, I advise that you stay at the deck by the restaurant for better views. We as well rented hiking boots which were important for hiking. We paid around 10usd for the entrance fee. The place was very beautiful and the meals prepared were really nice.
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Hubarrahul
Jan 18, 2021
Lake chala Tour - The tour operator was developing and making by tailoring everything for us. We had to decide about the activities we would do once we are at Lake Chala and was amused to find out that there are many things to do here. Eventually, we went and stayed at very good quality permanent tents. The food was also well prepared and arrived on time. Everything was nice, overlooking the lake from our tents was a very special moment and made our night incredible
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Paul4566
Dec 15, 2020
Somewhere Specia - As I thought about about where to stay during this time I thought I needed to ask and there I was asking the managing director of Burigi Chato Safaris: “Where can I sleep this night?” and he replied: “Where do you want to sleep” I replied: “Somewhere Special” He then directed one of the drivers to take me to the store where I could rent a tent for sleeping on by the rocky beach of the lake. I have nothing to give a complain about.
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Leornado22
Dec 13, 2020
Beautful lake - It is beautiful out there and surrounded by nature which can make you day out. It is claimed to have its other half in Kenya. It is very relaxing. I took a drink to which I was serviced by my guide/driver from the company I booked with while sat near the lake. I was glad that I relaxed and enjoyed a conversation here. You can book it from Moshi to get there and let your self just relax back. But the price should not be much you have to negotiate because there are many that offer the so called ‘Mzungu Price’ which means price for foreigners because we as travelers have difficulties understanding the real price.
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David
Dec 2, 2020
Fantastic trip - The sunrise here is perfect. The food that was provided to me was very nice the guide and driver made sure I had the best of experience. The hidden gem was present in almost the mid of nowhere while the service providers gave us a very remarkable explanation of how this lake was formed. There is a fantastic view really this place is breathing taking. Though, the price of the place due to government is something we never liked we liked the place.
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Stanley
Dec 2, 2020
Spectacular lake - The most spectacular lake in the world I preferred going there on foot since I was from hiking Kilimanjaro and I read it is a Caldera lake. There was a good reception at the gate it seems the place is very secure from armed robbery since there are responsible police officers. About the forest the guide told us a very sad story about the guy from Europe who drowned with his dog. The place has since then improved the infrastructure and safety measures. As we went higher the landscape changed
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Lobsonmerry
Dec 1, 2020
Interesting Lake - There was time that when I go and wait with Burigi Chato Safaris I did not want to wait. Once I was at the airport I was happy that I chose this company. The lake is very interesting enough to impose rules on it. For example, once you swim to the border, this is because the lake is half in Tanzania Half in Kenya (Once you get to the other half you are not allowed to continue swimming at the lake). However, swimming comfortably and wave liability to throw you to the other side is reliable then you can make it. Go ahead and take a dive.
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