Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation Half Day Tour
Description
Enjoy a half-day tour to the edge of Mt. Kilimanjaro for: 1. Professional English speaking guide 2. Guided waterfall hike 3. Chagga hot lunch 4. Coffee tour 5. Local banana beer 6. Chagga traditional dance 7. Food, water and entry fees includes. We pick you up from your hotel in Moshi up to Materuni village, the last village, before entering the national parks around Mt. Kilimanjaro. Visiting a coffee plantation, you'll learn everything there is to know about how Arabica coffee is cultivated, harvested, and processed. Together, we will pound the coffee beans to remove them from their shells, roast them, grind them, and finally enjoy a cup of homemade coffee! After this, we will take a 45-minute hike to Materuni Waterfall. Note that the terrain can be quite muddy, so wear appropriate shoes. Enjoy the beauty of Mt. Kilimanjaro's largest waterfall (90m tall) and have the option to take a refreshing swim. After we will return Materuni village and for a locally prepared Chagga lunch.
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Itinerary
Starting in Moshi, we will take the Tuk Tuk up to Materuni Village. Here we will give you a tour of the local coffee production and banana plantation and show you how local coffee is made!
Together we will hike to Materuni Waterfall where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way with the reward of the waterfall at the end. Ofcourse you also have the option to swim at the waterfall.
After a visit to the waterfall, we will enjoy a locally made lunch and you can have the option of trying our freshly brewed banana beer (not included in price)! After this we will return with the Tuk Tuk to Moshi and drop you off where you like.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please let me know where you are staying so I can pick you up from your hotel. WhatsApp me: +255 629 748 310
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
Reviews(76)
Such an amazing experience. The waterfall was beautiful, the coffee making was informative, and the lunch was delicious. Everyone was incredibly kind and helpful throughout. Highly recommend!
Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy you enjoyed the waterfall, coffee experience, and lunch. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate your recommendation!
My husband and I booked this experience and our guide Bony and driver Steven were amazing. They took care of us all along the way. They had trekking poles for the hike to the waterfall which was beautiful but muddy and slippery. The coffee plantation was organic and the best cup of coffee we have ever had. Everyone was welcoming and friendly! They also served us a delicious local lunch and cleaned our boots while we ate. Would recommend but beware they use a tuk-tuk for transportation and the roads can be very bumpy.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure spending the day with you and your husband. We're delighted that you enjoyed the waterfall hike, the organic coffee experience, and the local lunch. Your kind words about me and Steven mean a lot to us. We always do our best to make every guest feel welcome and comfortable throughout the tour. Thank you for recommending the experience, and we hope to welcome you back to Tanzania again someday!
You definitely need to do this tour! Guide was so kind and knowledgeable. Food and coffees was amazing. I highly recommend this tour. Learning about coffee and how it is made was wonderful. The hike was gorgeous. We even saw a chameleon
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Materuni Waterfall and the coffee experience. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the hospitality of your guide, the beauty of the hike, and the opportunity to learn about our traditional coffee-making process. We are especially happy that you enjoyed the local food and even got to spot a chameleon along the way! Thank you for recommending our tour to other travelers. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back to Materuni again in the future.
We were picked up by tuktuk at the correct time and taken to Materuni by our friendly driver Steven. The journey there in the tuktuk is an adventure in itself. Once arrived we were welcomed like at home. Then we made coffee coffee in the traditional Chagga way - this was a fantastic experience and the coffee was delicious. Following this we could purchase some local coffee and other products but this didn't feel pushy - we bought a bag of coffee because it really is very good! The lunch was also delicious, healthy and plentiful. We left for the hike with a belly full of food and a heart full of joy. The hike to the waterfall was fantastic, our guide Innocent explained everything from Chagga life and traditions to local plants in great details, and he also spotted some chameleons. We had a fantastic time!!!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that your visit to Materuni was one of the best day trips you have ever taken. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the traditional coffee experience, the local food, and the beautiful waterfall hike. We will be sure to share your kind words with Steven and Innocent they will be very happy to know they helped make your day special. Thank you for your support, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future. Karibu sana!
The hike was moderate but a bit slippery after a rain. Beautiful landscapes and a fabulous waterfall. Our guide was named Bonny and he was great. We took about 1 hour to get to waterfall and then 1 hour to get to coffee plantation. Very informative and great tasting coffee. I purchased 4 packages. Had a true authentic Chaga Meal that was very tasty. Good deal all around.
Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a pleasure guiding you. I'm happy you enjoyed the waterfall, coffee tour, and authentic Chagga meal. Thank you for your support, and I hope to welcome you again someday. Karibu sana!
Magical.... And in April we had it all to ourselves
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the magical atmosphere and that April offered such a special sense of privacy and tranquility. It was our pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
The materuni village is beautiful and the majestic waterfall sums it all up. The community there is very friendly and the experiences they have curated to showcase their culture are nothing short of genius. I enjoyed the walk through the village spiced up by intermissions from the very knowledgeable guide to narrate facts about their village and culture. The food there especially the banana soup was very delicious and the coffee-making experience was one of a kind.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the beauty of Materuni, the waterfall, and the cultural experiences with our community. It’s great to know the walk, local food, and coffee-making session made your visit so special. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again soon!
Boni was incredibly cordial and welcoming. When he realized we were lost, he came down the trail to find us, introduced himself as our guide, and led us to the location. Our visit to Materuni Waterfalls was unforgettable. We sang and danced with members of the local community while learning about the coffee-making process. The food prepared for us was not only delicious but also a full experience on its own. Overall, it was a memorable experience and truly great value for money.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you had such a memorable experience at Materuni. As a team, we always strive to be welcoming and supportive, so we’re glad we could assist when you needed guidance. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the waterfall, the coffee experience, the cultural activities, and the food. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future!
The waterfall was nothing short of awe-inspiring—90 meters of pure, roaring magic. Our guide was incredibly helpful and full of insight. The hike, the effort, and the icy plunge at the end was totally worth it 💯. But the real highlight was the coffee tour. An unforgettable experience that beautifully blends culture, community, and craft. It’s inspiring to see a team so committed to empowering youth and championing sustainable tourism. Add in the warm hospitality and delicious food, and you’ve got something truly special at Migombani Coffee Experience. All we can say is kakasha kanda :)
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the waterfall, the hike, and especially the coffee experience. It means a lot to hear that our team’s passion for culture, community, and sustainable tourism stood out. Karibu tena—kakasha kanda!
It’s a visit to Materuni waterfalls, with coffee workshop tour. Perfect for me (I didn’t want to go to hotspring) There’s a team of several people working together for the workshop, showing the whole process and little boy playing drums, that gives a quite cool atmosphere! Chanting while grinding the beans. We then taste the coffee we made. Coffee beans bags and some arts are there if you want to buy. Then we went to Materuni waterfalls by walk, an exercise by itself (I tracked and total coffee & waterfalls is about 7k walk) it was low season so less crowded. Which I find it nice. We then went to a local place for lunch. It was delicious! I love the local foods, served in a family like atmosphere. Love my tour overall!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the Materuni waterfalls and coffee experience, especially the lively atmosphere from our team and the cultural coffee process. It’s great to hear the walk, peaceful surroundings, and local lunch made your day even more special. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again!
