Materuni Real Life & Coffee Experience
Tour Highlight
Discover the authentic spirit of Materuni Village with our Real Life & Coffee Experience. This immersive tour takes you beyond sightseeing into the heart of Chagga culture. Spend a day living like a local—sharing daily activities, preparing food together, and learning the secrets of Materuni’s world-famous coffee. It’s more than just a tour; it’s a cultural exchange filled with connection, laughter, and unforgettable memories.
Highlights
- Experience a day in the life of a local Chagga family at Materuni Village
- Take part in seasonal activities such as farming, milking cows, cutting grass, or repairing traditional huts
- Cook and share a traditional Chagga meal prepared the local way over firewood
- Learn the coffee journey from bean to cup—roasting, grinding, and tasting fresh organic coffee
- Discover authentic rural life while building meaningful connections with your hosts
Group Pricing
Explore Tanzania with friends and save! Our group discounts offer price reductions based on group size, so the more, the merrier. Contact us for details and to customize your tour!
Any Group Size |
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US $ 35 per person. |
Tour Plan
Your adventure begins in the morning at a Chagga family home, where you’ll be warmly welcomed. Depending on the season, you may head to the forest to cut grass for cattle, lend a hand with farm work, help milk cows, or even join in traditional hut repairs.
Afterward, return to the family house to prepare a delicious Chagga lunch together, cooked over firewood in the traditional style. Sharing this meal with your hosts creates a moment of friendship and cultural exchange.
In the afternoon, step into Materuni’s rich coffee culture. Walk through the coffee fields, learn every stage of the process, roast and grind the beans by hand, and savor a freshly brewed cup prepared the traditional way. This hands-on experience captures the essence of Materuni’s world-renowned coffee.
Optional Add-ons
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Materuni Waterfall Hike: Enjoy a refreshing trek to the breathtaking Materuni Waterfall, hidden in lush green forest.
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Overnight Stay at Materuni Homes: Extend your visit with a cozy overnight stay for deeper cultural immersion.
Included/Exclude
- Village Entry / Development Fee
- Professional English-Speaking Chef
- Local Banana Beer Testing
- Bottled Drinking Water
- Additional Services/Activities
- Insurance
- Personal Expenditure
- Flights Tickets
- Accommodations
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Words From Our Happy Clients
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!