Materuni Waterfalls, Rainforest waterfall near Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
The Materuni Waterfall drops 80 meters into a natural basin, surrounded by dense vegetation and tropical plants at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro.
The waterfall resides in the traditional lands of the Chagga people, who have cultivated the fertile slopes around Mount Kilimanjaro for generations.
Local farmers maintain coffee plantations and fruit gardens around the waterfall, demonstrating traditional agricultural methods that sustain the Materuni village economy.
The waterfall trail requires a 30-minute walk from Materuni Village, with guided tours available that include transport from Moshi town and traditional lunch.
During clear weather conditions, visitors at Materuni can observe both the Kibo caldera of Mount Kilimanjaro and panoramic views extending to Moshi town.
GPS coordinates: -3.25025,37.40006
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:29
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