Enjoying a day in Materuni Hotsprings
Enjoying a day in Materuni Hotsprings : Among the key Tanzania’s uniqueness is in the wildlife and the landscapes. The world’s best wildlife sightings in most of Tanzania’s National parks make it different from other African countries. If you are a lover of wildlife and physical geography, then Tanzania is the best destination for you.
Materuni waterfalls, located at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro, is the highest waterfall that comes from the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. It is a powerful waterfall around 15 kilometers from Moshi city in Tanzania. It’s impressive and one of the highest waterfalls in East Africa at 70 meters, and it is truly spectacular. You will experience the best moment of short hiking, waterfall, swimming, local foods, banana wine, and coffee studying from the first step on the farm to the last drink. Along the way to Materuni Waterfalls, you will have a scenic view of Kibo, the Peak of the highest mountain in Africa (KILIMANJARO). Exploring Materuni Waterfalls gets a taste of the local activities such as,
Great Hike on Waterfall
The hiking up Materuni involves walking to see the waterfall from the top and down. It is fine walking on the natural mountain hill towards the pool. The Hike gives an unforgettable experience in Moshi, the northern part of Tanzania.
Local Hot Lunch
Preparing lunch in Materuni is the best experience for everyone. After swimming in the waterfall, you will have to attend a local cooking class, where you will have the opportunity to prepare Local meals and drink banana beer (Mbege).
Coffee tour
Before or after Hiking to the waterfall, a coffee tour in the hamlet provides a perfect day trip. It’s a great way to get your legs moving and immerse yourself in the culture simultaneously, with around eight kilometers. It is interesting to see how coffee s prepared from fresh bean to brewing. The coffee experience is very excellent.
Village tour
Materuni waterfalls exist in Materuni Village, one among the few villages of wonder in Northern Tanzania at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. The Materuni village has fresh air, beautiful land, and the cultural heritage of the Chagga people. A tour through a Chagga village will take you through a coffee plantation and banana beer making, made entirely by hand. You may also visit a blacksmith to see how tools are built using traditional methods and look at Chagga houses. Walking through the village must not go without stepping inside a cave made during tribal wars with the Maasai and used by the Chagga people and their livestock for hiding. A tour of Materuni Village and Waterfalls is a great way to spend a day away from the bustle of town life.
After the waterfall visit, you can still have a chance to experience other attractive sites such as
Kikuletwa Hotspring
Kikuletwa Hot springs got its name from the water that bubbles in underground caves. Surrounded by fig trees, this area is a hidden gem amid a semi-arid landscape. Here you may find a diversity of colorful birds amongst an abundance of plant life and neighboring indigenous tribes. There is also an option to camp overnight and hike.
Lake chala
Only an hour’s drive from Moshi on the border between Tanzania and Kenya sits a crater lake. This volcanic area is perfect for camping, swimming, and exploration. A campground with several camping sites is available and includes a bar, restaurant, hot showers, and barbeque grills.
Moshi town
Moshi town is one of the tourist centers in the northern safari circuit of Tanzania and the capital of the Kilimanjaro region. Moshi town is visitable all year round. It is a charming and quiet place to visit.
Generally, the walk to Materuni Waterfall offers a glimpse into the nature of Tanzania. It allows you to either prepare your body for the forthcoming climb to Kilimanjaro or ease your muscles after climbing the iconic African Tallest Mountain.