Jambo! For those who do not know, Moshi is a small town at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is the major starting points before climbing Kilimanjaro or taking one of a major safari to the national parks in Northern Tanzania.
This blog post is going to explain briefly how travellers in Moshi can make the most of their extra days in Moshi. Here you go.
Coffee Tour and Materuni Waterfalls
A day trip to Materuni Village makes a great way to enjoy a day away from the busy town. Located 7 km from the main town, the guide from Siafu travel will take you to explore the coffee and banana farms, learn how organic coffee is grown, processed into a cup of coffee. Enjoy nature hike to Materuni falls through the Chagga homes in the middle of coffee and banana farms. The trip is a great way to meet with locals for life-changing experiences.
A trip to Lake Challa
A trip to Lake Challa adds a great opportunity to explore nature at its best. The lake itself is a crater lake located at the border of Tanzania and Kenya. Visitors can spend the moments on a guided walk to the very base of this lake, do canoeing and make great photos with your friends. The trip to Challa is best combined with a cultural village tour in Rombo where you can do a coffee tour; meet with locals to taste famous Chagga banana beer, Chagga Museum and local food
Visit Kilasia Waterfalls and Old Caves at Chagga Village
Unwind your day by visiting the small village in Marangu at the foothills of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Located just 66 km from Moshi town, Marangu is an ideal place to explore on a day trip. Visit the Chagga Museum, hike through banana farms as you learn the history and culture of Chagga people. Learn the different types and uses of banana as you hike to the waterfalls. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a picnic lunch and if you like, a local food buffet can be arranged.
Nature Walk at Rau Forest Reserve
Take a guided nature walk to Rau Forest reserve 7 km from Moshi town. The forest forms an important water catchment area for the community adjacent to the forest. Explore rice farms nearby, meet with farmers learn how rice is locally cultivated. Later, you can enjoy local food in the village, a great way to experience true African lifestyle.