About this experience
This day excursion is perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience the natural beauty and culture of northern Tanzania. Visit the spectacular Materuni Waterfall, enjoy a scenic walk through lush coffee and banana plantations, and interact with the local Chagga community to learn about their traditions, culture, and daily way of life.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Drinking water
- Local hot lunch or Lunch boxes
- English speaking driver/guide
- Coffee tour
- Private transport from your hotel and back.
- Village entry fees
Not included
- Tip for driver/guides.
- Person items
Itinerary and highlights
Discover the beauty and culture of Materuni Village, located on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. This tour is ideal for travelers with limited time who want to experience nature and local traditions.
Enjoy a scenic 40-minute guided walk to the spectacular 80-meter Materuni Waterfall, passing coffee and banana plantations, small streams, and the traditional irrigation channels used by local farmers.
After the hike, visit a local coffee farm to experience the traditional coffee-making process. Learn how coffee is grown, harvested, roasted, and ground by hand before enjoying a freshly brewed cup of organic Arabica coffee. Throughout the tour, you'll also gain insight into the culture, traditions, and daily life of the Chagga people, making this a perfect combination of nature and authentic cultural experiences.
Materuni Coffee Tour is an authentic cultural experience in the lush foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, where you will discover the traditional coffee-making process practiced by the Chagga people for generations.
Visit a local coffee farm and learn every step of the journey from bean to cup. Pick ripe coffee cherries (seasonal), remove the outer pulp, roast the beans over an open fire, grind them by hand using traditional wooden mortars while joining in lively Chagga songs and dances, and finally brew and enjoy a fresh cup of organic Arabica coffee that you helped prepare.
Meeting and pickup information
- You can be picked up at your hotel in Moshi. If your hotel located in Arusha, Additional transfer charge will be applied.
Languages and tickets
- German — Written
- English — Guide
- Italian — Written
- French — Written
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Kili Taxi Services - Local taxi, Tours & transfer service in Tanzania
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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