Location: Kilimanjaro Region, near Moshi
Tour Type: Cultural and Nature Day Trip
Duration: Full Day

Tour Overview

Escape to the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro with the Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour, a perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure. Located just outside Moshi town, Materuni is a scenic Chagga village known for its beautiful waterfall and rich coffee-growing traditions.

This full-day experience includes a guided hike through tropical rainforest, a visit to the stunning Materuni Waterfall, and an immersive local coffee-making session with the Chagga community. Ideal for nature lovers and culture seekers alike, this tour offers a refreshing day surrounded by Kilimanjaro’s natural beauty.

Tour Highlights

• Guided hike to the 90-meter-high Materuni Waterfall

• Views of Mount Kilimanjaro (weather permitting)

• Authentic Chagga cultural experience

• Traditional coffee-making demonstration and tasting

• Locally prepared Chagga lunch

• Optional swimming at the base of the waterfall

Detailed Itinerary

08:00 AM – Pick-up from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha and transfer to Materuni Village (approximately 1.5 hours from Moshi, 3.5 hours from Arusha).

10:00 AM – Arrival and welcome by your local guide. Begin a guided nature walk through lush forest trails filled with native flora and birdlife.

11:00 AM – Arrive at the picturesque Materuni Waterfall. Enjoy the scenery, take photos, and relax by the natural pool. Guests may choose to swim.

12:30 PM – Return to the village for a freshly prepared Chagga lunch.

1:30 PM – Join a traditional coffee experience led by local farmers. Participate in the entire process from bean roasting to grinding and brewing, followed by a tasting session.

3:30 PM – Depart Materuni Village for the return drive.

5:00–6:00 PM – Drop-off at your hotel in Moshi or Arusha.

Inclusions

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Moshi or Arusha)

• English-speaking local guide

• Guided hike to the waterfall

• Coffee-making experience

• Traditional Chagga lunch

• Bottled drinking water

• All activity and entry fees

Exclusions

• Travel insurance

• Tips and gratuities

• Personal items and souvenirs

• Swimming gear

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Hat and sunscreen

• Swimsuit and towel (optional for swimming)

• Warm jacket or sweater

• Camera or smartphone

• Reusable water bottle

Book Your Materuni Day Trip

This experience is perfect for travelers looking to combine soft adventure with local cultural immersion. Whether as a standalone day trip or an add-on to your Kilimanjaro or safari adventure, the Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour is a memorable escape into the foothills of Tanzania’s most iconic mountain.

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