Immerse yourself in the local Tanzanian lifestyle with a walking tour to Materuni Waterfall and Village. Sample local produce and take a refreshing dip in the waterfall pool.
Immerse yourself in the local Tanzanian lifestyle with a walking tour to Materuni Waterfall and Village. Sample local produce and take a refreshing dip in the waterfall pool.
Materuni is the residence of the Chagga tribe and remains a genuine tribal village. This delightful location is situated just 15km from Moshi Town and serves as the final village before reaching Kilimanjaro National Park.
Guests will be collected in Moshi or Arusha in the morning by an English-speaking guide, who will transport them to Materuni Village….
Materuni is the residence of the Chagga tribe and remains a genuine tribal village. This delightful location is situated just 15km from Moshi Town and serves as the final village before reaching Kilimanjaro National Park.
Guests will be collected in Moshi or Arusha in the morning by an English-speaking guide, who will transport them to Materuni Village. Upon arrival, registration at the village office is required before the adventure begins.
The first stop is the waterfalls, approximately a 40-minute walk away. During the journey, the guide will share insights about Chagga culture, village life, and the local flora and fauna.
The scenery is absolutely stunning, and with some luck, the summit of Kilimanjaro may be visible. Upon reaching the waterfalls, visitors will find them to be over 80 meters tall. The pool at the base of the waterfall offers a perfect spot for a refreshing swim, so be sure to bring swimwear!
After enjoying the picturesque views, guests will leisurely return with the guide to Materuni village, where a traditional Chagga lunch awaits. There is also an opportunity to sample the local banana beer – a must-try experience!
But the adventure doesn’t end there. Next is the coffee experience, where visitors will learn about the cultivation, drying, roasting, and processing of coffee.
Participants will also be invited to assist in grinding the coffee, an activity traditionally accompanied by Chagga songs and dances – a delightful way to engage with the local culture.
Before departing and returning in the afternoon to Moshi or Arusha, guests can enjoy the coffee they helped create and take in the views of the surrounding rainforest. Departures can also be arranged from other locations.

- Park fees
- All transportation
- All activities
- Professional driver/guide (English, Spanish, French)
- Coffee tour
- Park fees
- All transportation
- All activities
- Professional driver/guide (English, Spanish, French)
- Coffee tour
- All things of personal nature
- Tips and gratitude for driver Guide
- Travel insurance
- Visas
- All things of personal nature
- Tips and gratitude for driver Guide
- Travel insurance
- Visas
Experience the daily life of local Tanzanians with a visit to the picturesque village of Materuni. Home to the Chagga tribe, Materuni remains a genuine tribal village. This delightful location is situated just 15km from Moshi Town and is the last village before reaching Kilimanjaro National Park.
Escape the busy tourist paths of Tanzania and savor…
Experience the daily life of local Tanzanians with a visit to the picturesque village of Materuni. Home to the Chagga tribe, Materuni remains a genuine tribal village. This delightful location is situated just 15km from Moshi Town and is the last village before reaching Kilimanjaro National Park.
Escape the busy tourist paths of Tanzania and savor locally grown produce while taking a refreshing swim in a cool waterfall pool. It’s an ideal day trip from either Arusha or Moshi.
Key Highlights:
- Materuni Waterfall – Admire one of Kilimanjaro’s tallest and most stunning waterfalls.
- Chagga Culture – Engage with the locals and discover their rich cultural heritage.
- Coffee Tour – Participate in a hands-on experience of the entire coffee-making process.
- Scenic Views – Relish breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the verdant countryside.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.