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Chemka Hot Springs (Maji Moto) Day Trip

Clear, warm spring water under palm trees — the perfect rest after a climb or a safari.

Clear spring water surrounded by palm trees Kilimanjaro above maize fields in the villages near Moshi A tall waterfall in the green forest of Tanzania
Overview

Why you will love it

Chemka Hot Springs — Maji Moto, “hot water” — is a natural spring hidden in the savannah, with clear, warm water surrounded by green palms and fig trees. It is the perfect place to rest your legs after Kilimanjaro or a long safari.

  • Crystal-clear warm water
  • Shade under palms and figs
  • A picnic by the springs
  • Views of Kilimanjaro on the drive

Route: Moshi – Chemka Hot Springs – Moshi

When to go

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  • Best
  • Good
  • Rainy & quiet
Day by day

Your trip, day by day

  1. Day 1A day at Chemka

    Morning pick-up in Moshi or at the airport and a scenic drive with Kilimanjaro views. Swim and relax in the warm water, a picnic lunch by the springs, then back to your hotel.

    • Walking: About 6 hours
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Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner.

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Prices

Full prices — the more, the cheaper

Per person in US dollars. Everything under "Included" is in the price.

1 travellerUS$145per person
2–4 travellersUS$100per person
5–7 travellersUS$90per person
8 or more travellersUS$90per person

Children pay from 60% of the adult price — ask us for their exact price.

Included

What is in the price

Included

  • Transfers to and from Moshi
  • Entry ticket
  • Guide
  • Picnic lunch
  • Soft drinks and water

Not included

  • Guide tip (optional, about US$10 per group)
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“An unforgettable safari experience”

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“The safari of a lifetime!”

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“Amazing experience with great guide”

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“Wonderful Tanzania”

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“Simply amazing”

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“Experiencia única e inolvidable”

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“Meraviglioso safari”

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“Amazing- Unique Safari Experience!”

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“6-Day Tanzania Wildlife Safari & Materuni Waterfalls / Coffee tour”

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