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1-Day Trip to Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Chemka Hot Springs

Waterfall, Chagga coffee and a turquoise hot spring

  • 1day
  • Arushastarts
  • $205per person, 2 travelling

Overview

A day trip to Materuni Waterfalls, a traditional coffee tour, and Chemka Hot Springs offers an unforgettable cultural and nature experience in Tanzania. Visitors enjoy a scenic hike through lush green landscapes to the spectacular Materuni Waterfalls, where they can admire the cascading water and refreshing natural surroundings. The experience continues with a traditional Chagga coffee tour, where guests learn how coffee is grown, roasted, and prepared using local methods. The adventure concludes with a relaxing visit to Chemka Hot Springs, famous for its crystal-clear turquoise water, natural pools, and beautiful tropical surroundings, making it a perfect getaway for nature lovers, culture enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike.

  • Materuni Village
  • Chemka Hot Springs

Meals included

0 breakfasts1 lunches0 dinners

Route

Arusha → Arusha

How the day unfolds

Follow the route on the map as you read.

  1. Day 1: Arusha to Materuni Waterfalls, Coffee Tour & Chemka Hot Springs/ Arusha

    Arusha → Materuni Village → Chemka Hot Springs

    End of trip BLD

    1. Depart from your hotel in Moshi or Arusha and drive to Materuni Village, enjoying scenic views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the surrounding countryside.

    2. Arrive at Materuni Village and begin a guided walk through lush green landscapes, coffee farms, and banana plantations as you make your way to the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls.

    3. Visit Materuni Waterfalls, admire the spectacular cascading water, take photographs, and enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings. Depending on the conditions, you may have time to enjoy the refreshing water near the waterfall.

    4. Return to the village for a traditional Chagga coffee tour. Learn how local coffee is grown, harvested, roasted, and prepared using traditional methods. Participate in the coffee-making process and enjoy a freshly brewed cup of local coffee.

    5. Enjoy a traditional Chagga lunch, sampling local dishes and experiencing the region’s authentic cuisine.

    6. Depart from Materuni Village and drive to Chemka Hot Springs, enjoying views of the Tanzanian countryside along the way.

    7. Arrive at Chemka Hot Springs and relax in the crystal-clear turquoise pools. Enjoy swimming, unwind beneath the surrounding trees, and take photographs of this beautiful natural oasis.

    8. Finish your visit to Chemka Hot Springs and begin the return journey to your hotel in Moshi or Arusha, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening.

Prices

In US dollars, per person. The more of you travel together, the less each person pays.

Travellers

—per person

—in total

Book at this price
Start datesSolo2 people3 people4 people5 people6 people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026$350$205$157$133$119$109
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027$350$205$157$133$119$109

What is included

Included

  • All transportation
  • All accommodation as specified in the plan
  • All meals (as specified in the plan)
  • Drinking water (all days)
  • Activities as per plan
  • Service of English-speaking driver guide
  • Park and activities fees
  • Taxes/VAT

Not included

  • International flights
  • Personal Items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa etc)
  • Tips (Tipping guidelines usd 10 pp per day)
  • Accommodation before start of the tour and at the end of the tour (can be arranged at extra cost)
  • Mandatory tourism insurance fee of USD 44 per person (payable upon checking in at the Airport)

Your safari vehicle

Photos of the FIF safari vehicles you will travel in, with your English-speaking driver guide.

Book this trip

Tell us your dates and how many are travelling. We confirm availability and send you an invoice with every detail.

Booking terms

50% deposit to confirm, balance at the start of the safari or by bank transfer a week before. Card or PayPal payments carry the handling fee (usually 5–8%).

Read the full terms and conditions (PDF)

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