- Materuni Waterfalls - Materuni is the home of the Chagga tribe and is still an authentic tribal village. This charming place is just 15km away from Moshi Town and is the last village before the Kilimanjaro National Park.
You will be picked up in Moshi or Your defined location in the morning, by our English-speaking guide, who will drive you to Materuni Village. Upon arrival, you will register at the village office and your trip can begin.
First you will visit the waterfalls, which are around a 35 minute walk away. On the way, your guide will inform you about the culture of the Chagga, village life and explain the surrounding fauna and flora. The views are truly breathtaking, and with some luck you will see the summit of Kilimanjaro. When you reach the waterfalls, you will see that they are more than 80 meters high. The pool at the bottom of the waterfall is an inviting place for a refreshing swim so don’t forget your swim wear!
After having enjoyed the scenery, you slowly return with your guide to Materuni village, where you will experience a traditional Chagga lunch. You also will have the opportunity to taste our local banana beer
But that’s not all. Next the coffee experience awaits you. Here you will learn how coffee is cultivated, dried, roasted and further processed. You will also be invited to help with the grinding of the coffee, which is traditionally accompanied by Chagga songs and dances - a fun way to immerse yourself in the local culture. Before you say goodbye and return in the afternoon to Moshi, you can savoir the coffee you made and appreciate the views of the surrounding rain forest.
Note: The departure can also take place from another place (Arusha, Marangu, Kilimanjaro International Airport etc.), on request we will inform you on the price for the transport.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- All fees and/or taxes
- Local Guide
- Tea and coffee
- Personal items
- Gratuities / “tip” for guide/driver
Perched in the mosaic foothills of the awe-inspiring Mount Kilimanjaro, you’ll find the picturesque Materuni village, known for its aromatic, flavorful coffee. During this scented, entertaining day trip, you’ll tackle the accessible yet demanding route to the Materuni Falls, where you’ll have the opportunity to stand under the falling water that culminates in a serene pond safe for swimming. The refreshing plunge will be a welcome relief, especially after the invigorating (or shall we say, glowing!) hike.
Following this, you’ll have the opportunity to brew your own coffee the traditional way, learning the secret to the perfect brew from the local Chagga community. After your swim, enjoy the packed lunch before preparing to return to town from this unforgettable Materuni village adventure.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
