Day Trip to Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Experience – Nature, Culture & Waterfalls

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Price

From $85.00

Duration

7 days

Max People

Min Age

10+

Overview

This full-day adventure takes you to Materuni Waterfalls, one of the most beautiful and easily accessible waterfalls nestled in the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro. Combine the natural beauty of the hike with a local coffee tour where you’ll learn the traditional Chagga methods of growing, roasting, and brewing Arabica coffee. It’s the perfect Moshi day trip for nature lovers, culture seekers, and coffee enthusiasts.

Included/Excluded

Private transport from Moshi and back
Entrance fees to Materuni Waterfalls
Professional local guide
Coffee tour and tasting session
Traditional Chagga lunch
Bottled water

Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses
Optional donations to the village or school

Tour Plan

Optional donations to the village or school

Your day starts with a pickup from your hotel in Moshi. A scenic drive takes you to Materuni Village, located about 30 minutes away on the lush slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Mid-Morning: Guided Hike to Materuni Waterfalls

With your local guide, hike through banana and coffee farms as you make your way to the stunning Materuni Waterfalls, which drops over 90 meters into a refreshing natural pool. You’ll pass scenic views of the valley and Kilimanjaro (on clear days). Enjoy the chance to swim in the cold but refreshing water.

Lunch: Picnic or Local Meal

After exploring the waterfall, you’ll head back to the village for a delicious local Chagga lunch, often including traditional banana stew, rice, vegetables, and seasonal fruits.

Afternoon: Coffee Experience & Cultural Exchange

Join a coffee-making tour led by local farmers. Learn the process from bean picking to roasting over fire and pounding by hand. You’ll even get to brew and taste your own fresh Arabica coffee, all while engaging in traditional Chagga songs and storytelling.