A gentle forest and village walk to the Materuni waterfall.
A home coffee ceremony: pound, roast and brew beans with a Chagga family.
Lunch of local dishes and views of Kilimanjaro.
Overview
Materuni sits at 1,700 metres above Moshi, in a landscape of banana groves and coffee plots. The waterfall is about 70 metres high and the walk to it is easy, with a short, slippery scramble at the end.
It is a well-known community tour, and every fee goes to the village. Combine it with the Kikuletwa hot springs for a full day around Moshi, or use it as a rest day after a climb.
Tour facts
Difficulty
Easy
Group sizes
Private, Joining safari
Great for
All ages
Languages
English, Swahili
Start point
Moshi
Guest rating
4.8 / 5
Best months to travel
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1Materuni village, waterfall and coffee ceremonyMateruni Waterfalls
Pick-up in Moshi around 8:30 a.m. and a drive up to Materuni. We walk 30 to 45 minutes through banana and coffee plots to the waterfall, where you can swim if the day is warm.
Back in the village we prepare coffee from bean to cup, eat a local lunch, and return to Moshi in the afternoon.
Photos from the trip
What’s included
Private vehicle with driver-guide from your hotel and back
Entrance and guide fees for the places named on the day plan
Bottled water and a packed lunch or a local lunch as described
Small group or private, as booked, with a local guide
Not included
Drinks and meals not described in the day plan
Tips for guides and drivers (optional, but appreciated)
Travel insurance and personal expenses
Anything not named in the day plan
Prices by season
Per person in USD, 2026 rates, based on 2 travellers sharing.
Year-round rate
1 Jan – 31 Dec
$80
Travelling in a group? You save
Per-person price for the Year-round rate rate.
1 traveller
$122
--52%
2 travellers
$80
-0%
3 travellers
$78
-3%
4 travellers
$76
-5%
5 travellers
$74
-7%
6 travellers
$73
-9%
7 travellers
$72
-10%
8 travellers
$71
-11%
Frequently asked questions
Is the walk hard?
It is an easy walk, but the last part to the falls is steep and slippery after rain. Wear shoes with grip.
What time do we start and finish?
We usually collect from your hotel between 7 and 8 a.m. and are back by late afternoon. We confirm the exact times when you book.
What should I bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, a hat, a light rain jacket and a little cash for tips or souvenirs. We send a short checklist when you book.
Can we change the day or the plan?
Yes. Day trips are private by default, so we can shift the timing or swap stops to suit you. Just tell us early.
