Materuni Waterfalls Daytrip
Overview
This very impressive Waterfall is one of the tallest in the area, spewing crystal clear glacier water 70m into its basin. The beautiful path leading to Materuni Waterfall is located 2500m above sea level
It traverses through valleys and hills covered by tropical rainforest, past coffee, banana and avocado “shambas”, the Kiswahili word for farms. On a clear day great views of Kibo and Moshi town can be seen. The hike to the base of the Waterfall can be demanding and hiking boots are recommended. As this trip is so close to Moshi town it is ideal for those people with limited time but who would still like to see some of the nature and beauty that this region of Tanzania has to offer.
Safari Itinerary
A cultural experience such as banana beer brewed or coffee roasted the traditional way can be added to your hike.
A tour of Materuni Village and Waterfalls is a good way to spend a day away from the bustle of Moshi town life. The walk to Materuni Waterfall offers a glimpse into the nature of Tanzania while giving you a bit of a work-out to either prepare your body for the forthcoming Climb to the highest point of Africa – Kilimanjaro, or ease your muscles after the climb.
The tour starts in the coffee plantations of the local Chagga tribe, where the villagers will demonstrate some of the processes involved in coffee farming and handling and give you a chance to participate in preparing the coffee beans and making your own coffee.
The following walk to Materuni Waterfall is an opportunity to see how local fruit, including avocados, mangos, lemons and bananas grow, as well as learn some of the local history and traditions. A swim in the waters of the fall and lunch amidst the beauties of African nature conclude the tour. We recommend carrying swim gear and adequate footwear as the rocks can be quite slippery. You will also need good shoes for the hike as it passes through the rain forest and is quite steep at some points. We also recommend carrying a poncho as the waterfalls always create some misty clouds and it rains quite frequently.
Price Inclusion
Transfer to / from Materuni Waterfalls from Moshi town
Entry tickets
Guide service
Walking tour of the coffee plantations & Materuni Village
Lunch-boxes
Soft drinks and water
Exclusion
Tips for the guide:
Alcoholic beverages.