What is included in the Marangu coffee tour?

You will experience the full seed-to-cup journey—harvesting coffee beans, pulping, drying, roasting them over an open fire, grinding them manually, and brewing a fresh cup of Kilimanjaro coffee.

Are the Chemka Hot Springs actually warm?

Yes! Chemka (also known as Kikuletwa Hot Springs) features warm, crystal-clear geothermal water heated by underground volcanic sources, making it wonderfully comfortable for swimming.

Do I need to bring swimwear and a towel?

Absolutely. We recommend bringing your swimwear, a towel, a change of dry clothes, and reef-safe sunscreen or a rash guard for swimming.

Is this 1-day trip suitable for families with children?

Yes, this tour is family-friendly and relaxed, offering a great balance of cultural education and fun water activities that children love.

Where does the tour depart from and end?

The tour departs from your hotel in Arusha or Moshi in the morning and returns you directly to your hotel by early evening.

1-Day Coffee Tour & Chemka Hot Springs

Transportation
4X4 Safari Jeep, Normal Car
Group Size
2-24 People
Fitness level
Normal
Arrival on
ARUSHA/KILIMANJARO
Departure from
ARUSHA/KILIMANJARO
Best season
All year around
Guiding method
Guided Safari
Trip type
Mid-range
Language
English, French, Spanish
Meals
Breakfast Lunch
Permits
Included
Minimum Age
4
Maximum Age
80
Destinations
Chemka Hot Springs (Kikuletwa), Materuni Waterfall
Activities
Arusha Coffee Plantation Tour, Hot Springs Relaxation, Waterfall Exploring & Nature Walks
Trip Type
Wildlife Safaris
Difficulty
Leisure

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs

Overview

Combine rich cultural heritage with ultimate relaxation in this perfect 1-day excursion curated by African Alive Safaris. Spend your morning on the fertile foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro discovering the secrets of organic coffee farming with local Chagga farmers. In the afternoon, journey to the stunning oasis of Chemka Hot Springs (Kikuletwa) to swim, unwind, and soak in the warm, mineral-rich subterranean waters beneath giant fig trees.

Trip Highlights

Explore the lush slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro on an immersive, hands-on coffee tour in Marangu village.
Travel in comfort with a professional African Alive Safaris driver-guide and private 4x4 vehicle.
Learn the traditional coffee-making process from harvesting and pulping to roasting and grinding your own cup.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Chagga farmlands with views of local Chagga culture and banana plantations.
Swim and relax in the crystal-clear, turquoise geothermal waters of Chemka Hot Springs (Kikuletwa).