A varied day combining rainforest walking, village culture, and natural hot springs on the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro. The experience blends a short guided hike to Materuni Waterfall with a traditional coffee-making session and time to relax at Kikuletwa Hot Springs. It’s an easy-paced outing designed to cover two very different natural environments in one day.
The day begins with pickup from Moshi and a drive toward Materuni village on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. On arrival, you are welcomed by your local guide and introduced to the area before starting a gentle hike through farmland, banana plantations, and forest paths leading toward Materuni Waterfall. The walk is steady with some uneven ground, offering a natural and relaxed introduction to the landscape.
At the waterfall, time is set aside to enjoy the surroundings and take photos before returning to the village for a traditional coffee-making experience. Here, coffee beans are roasted, ground, and prepared using local Chagga methods, accompanied by storytelling and cultural interaction. After a village lunch, the journey continues toward Kikuletwa Hot Springs.
Kikuletwa Hot Springs offers warm, clear water surrounded by fig trees in a quiet natural setting. Time here is spent swimming, floating, or relaxing at the edge of the pools before beginning the return journey to Moshi later in the afternoon.
Materuni village sits on the lush lower slopes of Kilimanjaro, an area known for fertile volcanic soil, coffee farms, and forested walking routes. The waterfall is reached via a short guided hike through rural paths and greenery.
Kikuletwa Hot Springs is located in a dry, open landscape between Kilimanjaro and Arusha. The springs are fed by underground geothermal water, creating a warm swimming area surrounded by contrasting arid terrain and large fig trees.
This is an easy day trip suitable for most fitness levels, with only a short walk required to reach the waterfall. The trail includes uneven sections, so supportive footwear is recommended.
Swimming is optional at the hot springs, but swimwear and a towel are needed if you plan to enter the water. A change of clothes is also recommended for comfort during the return journey.
Each experience is guided by local experts from the Kilimanjaro region who bring detailed knowledge of village life, farming, and natural landmarks. Their guidance adds context and depth throughout the day.
Bookings also contribute to community initiatives in the region, supporting education and wellbeing projects. This helps ensure the experience has a positive impact beyond the activities themselves.
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