Rau Forest Nature Walk Day Trip
Tour Highlight
Discover the Rau Forest: A Unique African Forest Experience
The Rau Forest offers an immersive adventure into an authentic African forest reserve, showcasing a rich tapestry of nature and culture. This pristine forest is home to an array of unique tree species and provides an exceptional opportunity for cultural tourism activities.
As you explore the forest, you’ll encounter vibrant wildlife, including blue monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and various bird species. The forest walk allows you to witness centuries-old trees and learn about their significance. Among the forest’s treasures is the Mvule tree (Milicia excelsa), an ancient sacred tree estimated to be around 196 years old. Locals frequently visit this revered tree for spiritual practices, reflecting deep-rooted cultural beliefs.
Experience the Rau Forest’s serene beauty and gain insight into its ecological and cultural importance.
Outside the forest, you can also enjoy a great view of rice plantations that are dotted with colorful water birds.
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Tour Plan
Explore the Rau Forest: An Immersive African Forest Reserve Experience
Discover the Rau Forest, an authentic African forest reserve that offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural tourism activities. This lush sanctuary is renowned for its diverse tree species and vibrant ecosystem.
During your guided walk through the forest, you’ll have the opportunity to observe blue monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and a variety of forest bird species and butterflies. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the forest’s unique trees, some of which are up to 200 years old. A highlight of the tour is the sacred Mvule tree (Milicia excelsa), estimated to be 196 years old. This revered tree is a spiritual site where locals come to pray for various needs.
Enjoy panoramic views of nearby rice plantations, where colorful water birds add to the picturesque landscape. Savor a refreshing coconut drink offered by local farmers and, weather permitting, catch a glimpse of the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro in the distance.
After a delicious lunch prepared by local women, you are invited to participate in a meaningful tree-planting activity. By collecting seeds and planting a seedling in our tree nursery, you contribute to the conservation efforts of the Rau Forest. This hands-on experience allows you to leave a lasting impact on the environment and helps in the fight against climate change. When you return home, you’ll take pride in knowing that “your tree” is growing and contributing to the preservation of this remarkable forest.
Activities Highlights:
- Nature walk in Rau Forest
- Bird watching in Rau Forest
- Scared tree visit in Rau Forest
- Endemic tree visit.
- Local foods preparation and tasting
- Rice farming tour
- Black and white colobus watching.
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Meditation in Rau Forest
Included/Exclude
- Day trip according to the itinerary
- Transportation
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Lunch
- Mineral water
- All mentioned activities
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- Insurance
- Personal Expenditure
- Flights Tickets
- Accommodations
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EXCELLENTBased on 283 reviewsVerifiedPaul Matuschka14 September 2024Smiles 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 recommendVerifiedClemens W8 September 2024Unglaublich 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!!VerifiedJohn C4 September 2024Incredible 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.VerifiedRaul M3 September 2024Great 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.VerifiedOzgun V3 September 2024Materuni 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.VerifiedSimon29 August 2024Memorable 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.VerifiedShanti L26 August 2024Enjoyable 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!!VerifiedSalim Al Harthy25 August 2024Unforgettable 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 visitVerifiedArmelle D23 August 2024Change 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!VerifiedFabio D21 August 2024Slow 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!