About this experience
Standing at 150m high, nestled in the lush green forests on the foothills of Mt. Kilimanjaro, the Materuni waterfalls are one of the most spectacular highlights of the region. Along the unique ride that will bring you to the foot of the waterfalls, you will experience the authentic Tanzanian village life and culture.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr–7 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 5 hr–7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wear a helmet. They might not be required by law in all areas, but it’s a smart idea to protect your head in case of a fall or accident. We recommend that, for safety and hygiene purposes, You can come with your own personal bike helmet with on tour
What is included
- Lunch
- Packed lunch & bottled mineral water
- English speaking guide(s)
- Mountain bike & helmet
- Village fees + Coffee tour
Not included
- Tips to the guide(s)
Itinerary and highlights
The starting point will be at One Bike Shop in the city center. We first will pass through the city of Moshi and its vibrant streets to then head to the dirt road that will take us on a cultural experience with the most famous Mt. Kilimanjaro’s inhabitants, Chagga people. We will see their everyday life: farming, preparing food outside and kids going to the school, as well as experience their great sense of hospitality. Lush coffee, banana and corn plantations will surround us on the way and a Coffee making process tour can be included in the trip. The steep and rough road will take us to the Materuni village where we will have a chance to eat local food and rest. After that, a one kilometer walk will take us to the beautiful Materuni waterfalls where we will be able to swim, refresh and enjoy the afternoon. The ride back will be downhill so hold tight to your bike while enjoying the beautiful view of Mount Kilimanjaro!
Distance: 30km
Level: challenging
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- One Bike Tanzania
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Safety equipment The tour operators will always choose the safest possible route and equipment for you during your bike tour. However, it’s always a good idea to brush up on some safety tips and guidelines.
- Here are a few tips:
- Wear a helmet. They might not be required by law in all areas, but it’s a smart idea to protect your head in case of a fall or accident. We recommend that, for safety and hygiene purposes, You can come with your own personal bike helmet with on tour
- Ride single file. Avoid blocking sections of the road or path. It’s courteous to other cyclists, and safer if you’re riding with any vehicle traffic.
- Avoid wearing headphones. Sure, we all love a little music to give us our soundtrack of this perfect bicycle tour, but be safe, and save the music for when you’re off the bike path.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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