Tanzania · Hiking

Full-Day Lake Chala Hike and Canoe Adventure from Arusha

1 Day Round trip from Arusha Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the beautiful and secluded Lake Chala on the Kenya-Tanzania border
02 Enjoy a guided hike through the scenic Lake Chala forest
03 Spot cheerful monkeys, various animals, and wild birds in their natural habitat
04 Descend from the crater rim to the serene lake edge for swimming or canoeing

Embark on a full-day exploration of the enchanting Lake Chala, where a guided trek leads you through lush forest alive with cheerful monkeys, diverse wildlife, and vibrant birdlife. Take in the scenic views from the crater rim before descending to the lake's serene edge. There, you can dive into the crystal-clear waters, enjoy a tranquil canoe safari, or simply unwind in the soothing stillness with a good book.

After soaking in the view from the crater rim, you will climb down to the water's edge, where you can choose to take a dive, enjoy a canoe safari, or simply pull out a good book and read in the calm surroundings.

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 No

City Arusha

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Guided Hike and Leisure at Lake Chala

Your one-day adventure begins with a guided hike through the lovely Lake Chala forest that surrounds this crater lake.
As you make your way along the trail, you will have the opportunity to spot cheerful monkeys, various animals, and wild birds.
After soaking in the view from the crater rim, you will climb down to the water's edge, where you can choose to take a dive, enjoy a canoe safari, or simply pull out a good book and read in the calm surroundings.

The route