Overview
A day in the green foothills of Kilimanjaro: a guided hike through banana and coffee plantations to the Materuni waterfall, a swim in the pool below, then the full Chagga coffee ritual — picking, pounding, roasting and drinking your own cup.
Highlights
- 80-metre Materuni waterfall and swimming pool
- Guided hike through Chagga farmland
- Traditional coffee-making with singing
- Home-cooked Chagga lunch
- Optional Kikuletwa hot springs add-on
Itinerary
08:00
Pick-up from Moshi or Arusha.
09:30
Village briefing and hike to the waterfall.
11:00
Swim and photos at the falls.
12:30
Chagga lunch in the village.
13:30
Coffee tour: picking, pounding, roasting, tasting.
15:30
Return transfer.
What's included
- Transfers from Moshi or Arusha
- Village and waterfall fees
- Local guide
- Chagga lunch
- Coffee experience and tasting
What's excluded
- Kikuletwa hot springs add-on (USD 45)
- Coffee to take home
- Tips
Pick-up information
Hotel pick-up in Moshi at 08:00 or Arusha at 07:00.
What to bring
- · Hiking shoes
- · Swimwear and towel
- · Rain jacket
- · Insect repellent
Frequently asked
How hard is the hike?
About 45 minutes each way on an uneven path, with some mud after rain. Moderate fitness is enough.
Can it be combined with a safari?
Yes — it is the ideal arrival or rest day before the northern circuit or Kilimanjaro.
