Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour in Moshi, Tanzania
Moshi, Tanzania

Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour

Outty Ranking 68 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $95
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Outty Ranking

68/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour worth booking?

Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour is a 7-hour experience in Moshi, Tanzania, from $95 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
68 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
7 hours
From
$95 per person

Materuni is one of the few villages of wonder in Northern Tanzania sitting at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. The village is blessed with full of all the beauty worth much visiting for holidays, week-end outing or vacation. While in the village, scenic view of Moshi Town and Mount Kilimanjaro is astonishing. This green village with fresh air from green vegetation's welcomes visitors to explore the beauty of the land and cultural heritage of the Chagga people. Waterfalls visit and cultural experience such as banana beer brewed or coffee roasted in a traditional way can be added to your trip. Your welcome to enjoy the beautiful nature of chagga people.

What you get

    About this experience

    Materuni is one of the few villages of wonder in Northern Tanzania sitting at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro. The village is blessed with full of all the beauty worth much visiting for holidays, week-end outing or vacation. While in the village, scenic view of Moshi Town and Mount Kilimanjaro is astonishing. This green village with fresh air from green vegetation's welcomes visitors to explore the beauty of the land and cultural heritage of the Chagga people. Waterfalls visit and cultural experience such as banana beer brewed or coffee roasted in a traditional way can be added to your trip. Your welcome to enjoy the beautiful nature of chagga people.

    What's included

    Included

    • Transport
    • Bottled water
    • English speaking guide
    • Lunch
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Tea and coffee

    Not included

    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Items of personal nature

    What you'll see and do

    1. Materuni Waterfalls

      Our driver/guide will pick up you in the morning after breakfast from your hotel and heading direct to Materuni village where we meet our local guide and make registration in local office authorities. Our driver/guide and local guide will take take you to Materuni waterfalls and its a 45 minutes walk and light hike to the waterfalls, on the way to Materuni waterfalls you will meet a lot of plants like coffee trees, banana, etc. Our local guides will explain to you every single plants and the history of the Materuni village and waterfalls. You can also have a good view of Moshi town, Kilimanjaro mountain and Meru mountain from the top of village. After done with trip to waterfalls you will have your lunch (two option of lunch, one is lunch boxes curried from town or hot lunch prepared by local cook at the village) followed by coffee tour class, where you will learn the local way of processing coffee from farm to the cup of coffee. After coffee class you will be returned to your hotel in Moshi town. This mark the end of our Materuni waterfalls and coffee tour day trip.

      360 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Incredible Africa Adventures

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    3 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    B7805TWpatrycjak · July 2026

    Waterfalls, autentic village and great local cuisine

    Incredible Africa and Octavian are the best tourist guides we met on our over 3 weeks trip to Tanzania and Zanzibar. We took 2 trips: Materuni Waterfalls and Chemka Springs. On the first trip we saw the waterfall, as well as spent a few lovely hours with the Chagga tribe members. Octavian organized a great coffee preparation show: from fresh, raw coffee beans to splendid cups of coffee. Then we had a fresh lunch in the village: delicious and prepared by the village people themselves. We tried local dishes, including a volcano ash soup. Everything was incredibly fresh and tasty. Overall, the atmosphere during the trip was pleasant, relaxed and very autentic. We are grateful to Octavian from Incredible Africa for such caring, honest and client-focused approach.

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    Martha_H · February 2025

    Don’t miss this adventure!

    The experience was fantastic! The waterfall was beautiful and we loved the swim in the water. The coffee tour was a super fun experience with high octane energy and the coffee tasted fantastic. The guides Aman and Octavian were so kind and went out of their way to be welcoming, while generously shared their experiences growing up in the area. Don’t miss this adventure or any trip with these guides!

    Response from the operator: Dear Martha, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you had a great experience with Incredible Africa Adventures—your satisfaction means the world to us. Your feedback helps future travelers make the best choice, and we truly appreciate your support. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure! For anyone looking for an amazing African experience, we’d love to make your dream trip a reality. Best regards, The Incredible Africa Adventures Team

    via Viator

    S6118XXelleng · November 2023

    Materuni a must in Kilimanjaro Region

    Incredible Africa Adventures were: - one time and reliable - very friendly - gave a lot of interesting information - their food was excellent - the walk to the waterfalls was pleasant - the view was overwhelming - the insight in growing and preparing coffee was very interesting and perfect organised

    Response from the operator: Dear Ellen, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you had a great experience with Incredible Africa Adventures—your satisfaction means the world to us. Your feedback helps future travelers make the best choice, and we truly appreciate your support. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure! For anyone looking for an amazing African experience, we’d love to make your dream trip a reality. Best regards, The Incredible Africa Adventures Team

    via Tripadvisor

    abiduhayen · June 2021

    What a wonderful day trip

    We booked this trip on Viator and Incredible Africa Adventures did the best for us, we hiked to Materuni waterfalls and we had a beautiful local coffee tour. Our guide was just one of a kind, an excellent communicator in both English and Swahili, knowledgeable and friendly. The place has beautiful scenery and an amazing landscape where you can view Moshi town from above. This is one of the activity you can do with Incredible Africa Adventures when in Moshi.

    via Tripadvisor

    S6118XXelleng · February 2020

    Incredible for sure

    A one day tour to Materuni waterfalls and coffee tour left us with the most incredible experience. We were a group of five - one of us with challenged with disabilities. Incredible Africa Adventures really made our day with their friendly service, their knowledge, warm and including attitude. The food was excellent and their guides and driver where on time. Absolutely incredible. Ahsante sana marafiki.

    Response from the operator: Dear Mama/Rafiki Thank you so much for your best review, it means a lot to us. It was great honor working with you in such incredible and enjoyable day trip. You and your community are such good friends and very fun people, we can't wait enough to work with you again in many more other outdoor activities. Karibu sana Mama/Rafiki Incredible Africa Adventures "The best way to see Africa"

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 68

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)97
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)71
    Listing quality (10% weight)82
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Moshi.

    How much does Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Moshi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour take?

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    Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Moshi is not rushed.

    Is Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Moshi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Moshi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Moshi and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Moshi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Moshi?

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    On Outty we rank every Moshi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Materuni Waterfall, Coffee Tour and Picnic Hot Lunch, Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Plantation Half Day Tour, Kilimanjaro climb, Machame Route (7-day). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Moshi?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Moshi?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour?

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    Included: Transport; Bottled water; English speaking guide; Lunch; and All Fees and Taxes. Not included: Alcoholic beverages; and Items of personal nature. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 96 listed pickup locations in and around Moshi. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour?

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    Across 5 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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