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Discover the cultural center of the Chagga people on the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. You will register here, explore coffee farms, and eat a traditional local lunch.
Materuni Village sits at an elevation of 1,700 meters. It serves as the gateway to the 80-meter waterfall and the home of the indigenous Chagga tribe.
A visit here goes beyond the hike. You will see local banana agriculture and participate in a traditional coffee-making process from bean to cup.
15 minutesPay fees
This is the official starting point for all visitors. You must register here, pay your village entry fees, and meet your mandatory local guide. Bring small denominations of Tanzanian Shillings to easily pay fees and tip your guide.
1 hourCultural tour
Visit local homesteads for a hands-on coffee processing tour. You will roast and grind Arabica beans using traditional methods. Join in the local Chagga songs while grinding the coffee in a wooden mortar.
45 minutesTraditional meal
Sit down in a local home or designated village area for an authentic Chagga meal. You will typically eat Ndizi Nyama, a hearty banana and meat stew. The ingredients are grown locally on the volcanic mountain slopes.
