Magadini Village Experience on the Shores of Nyumba ya Mungu Dam
Tour Highlight
Escape the ordinary and experience the authentic life of Magadini Village, a hidden gem along the shores of Nyumba ya Mungu Dam in Tanzania. Your journey begins with a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Moshi, passing sugarcane fields, corn farms, and ancient Baobab trees. This unique village is home to both the Pare (farmers and fishermen) and the Maasai (pastoralists), offering a rich cultural blend. Try your hand at fishing, canoe on the dam, learn Maasai traditions, spot colorful birds, or simply relax by the water. Whether you seek adventure or tranquility, Magadini promises an unforgettable off-the-beaten-path experience!
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Tour Plan
Experience the off the bitten life of Magadini village at the shoreline of Nyumba ya Mungu Dam that covers Kilimanjaro and Manyara regions of Tanzania. The tour starts with the drive from Moshi town to the village, which will take almost one hour and a half in both tarmac and bumpy road, passing the sugarcane plantation, corn field, and Baobab trees.
The village is the home of both Pare and Maasai communities, which blend the authentic cultural experiences as Pare specializes in fishing and farming while the Maasai are pure Pastoralist. Rejoice in the delightful view of the dam while participating in some fishing activities, including pooling the net, fish sorting, and smoking.
The main activities at the village include the following
- Walking on the shoreline of Nyumba ya Mungu Dam. The guide will give the history of the dam and how it helps the local life in both fishing and farming activities.
- Canoeing in the dam. Enter the wooden boat and canoe with the local fishermen in the dam and see how they set the fishing net or just canoeing around some points of the dam
- Maasai culture. Join the Maasai community to encounter their culture in daily life. This includes the architectural, marriage, food, parenting, health care, and dressing style.
- Bird watching. In the mentioned activities above, you can have opportunities to enjoy bird life at the shoreline and in the shrubs around the villages and along the road.
- Dam side sitting. After all the activities you can sit near the dam for relaxation or enjoy your lunch. Also, this is offered for those who are not interested in walking, can take this option. Sitting relaxing while enjoying watching the fishing activities.
Note : People with enough time can join on a two day camping near by the dam. Magadini village offers a nice room for camping and enjoying the nightlife at the shoreline of the dam, whereby the following morning you experience the vibrant fish market and continuing fishing activities. If you need the price for two day program please ask.
Included/Exclude
- Entry fees for both villages
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Private transport from/to Moshi
- Packed Lunch box/ Hot lunch
- Bottled drinking water
- Additional Services/Activities
- Insurance
- Personal Expenditure
- Flights Tickets
- Accommodations
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EXCELLENT Based on 283 reviews Paul Matuschka14 September 2024Verified Smiles all round! Amazing!! The coffee tour was the best!! So good. The singing and smiles made my day. Our guide Manse Ahsante was brilliant. The food was delicious! Highly recommend Clemens W8 September 2024Verified Unglaublich schön!! Mit Silvester als Guide war die tour der absolute hammer! Er hat uns einen wunderschönen und unvergesslichen ersten Tag in Tansania beschert! Asante Sana Rafiki!! John C4 September 2024Verified Incredible experience What an amazing experience. The entire tour took about six hours including one hour for transport to our location. Materuni Falls is breathtaking. The hike took about 40 minutes each way. Hiking shoes recommended. You hike through a gorgeous jungle. The coffee demonstration was so fun. The staff was friendly and sang songs while we processed the coffee. The chagga lunch was wonderful. All the food was fresh and delicious. Our guide and driver were the best. They were friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. Raul M3 September 2024Verified Great one day trip! The Materuni Waterfall and coffee tour was an unforgettable experience! The natural beauty of the waterfall was simply breathtaking. The coffee tour was equally fascinating and provided insights into how coffee is processed locally 'from bean to cup'. What made the experience truly exceptional was my tour guide, Abdul. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and warm personality brought the tour to life, making it educational and fun. Abdul's passion for sharing the local culture made this visit a standout adventure. Be prepared to hike on steep and sometimes slippery hills, but remember that the beautiful scenery makes it all worth it. I highly recommend it! Raul M. Ozgun V3 September 2024Verified Materuni waterfall and coffee experience Absolutely stunning tropical scenery! My guide Aidani knew a lot about the flora and fauna he pointed out all of the different banana plants, coffee plants, etc. It was also quite muddy the day we went so he was careful to make sure I didn't slip. The waterfall was breathtaking and definitely worth the dip in the cold water. We then went for the coffee making demonstration and we sang and danced while we hulled, roasted and grinded the coffee beans. This was followed by an amazing lunch by Chef Cerveste ;) who made banana and meat soup (also bean and banana for vegetarian) and then rice and meat stew followed by fruits and avocado. Overall a fantastic day! Highly recommend for anyone who wants a day trip to explore near the Moshi area and the villages outside. Simon29 August 2024Verified Memorable trip to Materuni The walk up to Materuni was scenic and the waterfall was spectacular. The local meal was delicious and the live tutorial on coffee-making was enjoyable and interactive. Our guide, Sylvester, was friendly, knowledgable and answered all our questions. He made the whole day a very memorable one for us. Shanti L26 August 2024Verified Enjoyable trip to Materuni Waterfalls Our trip to Materuni Waterfalls was truly memorable… all thanks to our guide Sylvester who was not only enthusiastic but entertained us with many interesting information on the place and its culture. Asante Sylvester from Malaysia!! Salim Al Harthy25 August 2024Verified Unforgettable memories at Materuni waterfall and coffee plantation Mangi, our guide was brilliant. We met him by chance but it was the best thing we did to use his services. He is immensely knowledgeable about the area and its people and culture and was very helpful and friendly. The traditional Coffee roasting experience is unforgettable. We also enjoyed nature and the waterfall. High recommended to visit the area and make sure you contact Mangi to guide you during your visit Armelle D23 August 2024Verified Change of scenery Lush vegetation, impressive waterfall. Very nice site. Apart from the finish at the waterfall which is a little more difficult the rest of the route is without difficulty. The guides and people of the village are nice, there is even the possibility to return by motorcycle taxi! Fabio D21 August 2024Verified Slow tourism and authentic local culture in Materuni Sylvester was a fantastic host for us, we bring with us the nice memories we collected during our 2-nights stay at Materuni Homes! As well as hiking to the stunning Materuni Falls, we experienced the coffee making process and we did a cooking class with the local community. After our time there we felt connected with Materuni and we believe that our holiday would have been way less significant if we missed that. Totally recommended!