Tanzania · Village Tours

1-Day Marangu Waterfalls Tour from Moshi with Chagga Caves

1 Day Round trip from Moshi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the historic Chagga Caves used during the Chagga and Maasai war
02 Walk through the forest to the Marangu Waterfalls at the base of Mount Kilimanjaro
03 Discover Marangu village on the lower slopes of the mountain
04 Enjoy a traditional lunch in a Chagga house while learning about local culture

Visit Marangu on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro and discover a lively village known for its cool climate and rural charm. Explore the historic Chagga Caves, once used during the war between the Chagga and Maasai people, and learn more about the Chagga community from your guide. Walk through the forest to reach the Marangu Waterfalls at the base of the mountain, an excellent spot for birdlife and scenic views. Round out the day with a traditional lunch in a Chagga house before returning to Moshi.

Walk through the forest to reach the Marangu Waterfalls at the base of the mountain, an excellent spot for birdlife and scenic views.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Chagga Caves, Marangu Village and Waterfalls

Meet your Tanzanian tour guide in Moshi and begin your tour with a transfer to Marangu in a 4x4 safari vehicle.
Visit the Chagga Caves, which were used during the war between the Chagga and Maasai people. Your guide will share stories about the Chagga, the tribe that lives around Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Continue to Marangu, a large village located on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Marangu is a lively market town with a cool climate, and its location makes it an ideal starting point for hiking.
After about a 45-minute drive, reach the Marangu Waterfalls at the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Explore the forest on foot and discover the waterfalls.
Enjoy a relishing lunch in a traditional Chagga house and learn about the culture and food of the Chagga people.
Return to Moshi.