TOUR OVERVIEW
A relaxing, easy nature trip.
Looking for a beautiful nature trip before an evening flight or right after a long safari? The Mweka Waterfall trip is a wonderful chance to see one of Mount Kilimanjaro's best hidden spots without taking a long full-day tour.
Located just 14 kilometers from Moshi near the famous Mweka Gate—the official ending point for climbers coming down the mountain—this special half-day tour is very easy to join. Guided by a local expert, you will walk through green banana farms and traditional Chagga coffee farms to reach the hidden falls. Connect with nature in the cool mountain air, swim in the clean natural pools, and enjoy a freshly made cup of local coffee with a beautiful view of the falling water.
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy an easy half-day trip located just 14 km from Moshi Town.
- Walk through green natural forests, bright coffee farms, and traditional banana farms.
- Relax, take photos, or swim at the bottom of the beautiful, hidden Mweka Waterfall.
- Enjoy a freshly made cup of local Kilimanjaro coffee at a high, beautiful viewing spot.
- Perfectly timed for travelers with tight schedules before leaving from Kilimanjaro International Airport.
TOUR SCHEDULE
Your half-day nature trip.
08:30 AM
Departure & Beautiful Drive
Journey to Mweka Gate
Your short adventure begins with an on-time morning pick-up from your Moshi hotel. Enjoy a very beautiful, 30-minute drive going up the southern hills of Mount Kilimanjaro, passing through bright local farms.
You will arrive near the famous Mweka Gate, the well-known finishing point for climbers coming down the mountain. Here, your guide will give a short introduction to the area's nature and history before starting the nature walk.
09:30 AM
Forest Walk & Waterfall
The Hidden Waterfall
Take a gentle, guided walk through natural forests and traditional Chagga coffee farms. You will learn about local farming and the special plants and animals of the Kilimanjaro area along the way.
When you arrive at the Mweka Waterfall, you are greeted by clear water falling into a quiet pool. Take your time to relax in the cool mountain breeze, take amazing photos, and fully enjoy the peaceful sounds of the forest.
11:30 AM
Coffee Tasting & Return
Mountain Coffee & Departure
After your time at the falls, you will visit a high viewing spot offering amazing views of the falling water. Here, you will be served a freshly made cup of locally grown Kilimanjaro coffee, providing a perfect moment of peace.
After enjoying the peaceful feeling, begin your short trip back down the mountain, arriving in Moshi by 12:30 PM—leaving you with plenty of time to get ready for your next travel or evening flight.
ESSENTIAL DETAILS
What is included.
Your Tour Includes
- Round-trip ride from your hotel in Moshi.
- Services of a professional, English-speaking local guide.
- All government taxes and village entrance fees.
- A guided forest nature walk.
- A fresh cup of local Kilimanjaro coffee, bottled drinking water, and soft drinks.
Not Included
- Lunch (This is a short half-day trip before lunch).
- Personal travel and medical insurance.
- Personal expenses and extra activities.
- Tips for your guide (Optional but recommended).