Can you accommodate dietary requirements?

Yes. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and most other dietary requirements can be accommodated at the lodges and camps we work with — just let us know when you book so we can confirm with each property in advance.

What is the best time of year for a Tanzania safari?

It depends what you want to see. June to October (dry season) offers the best general game viewing with animals concentrated around water sources. December to March is calving season on the Ndutu Plains, with extraordinary predator action. The Great Migration river crossings typically happen July–October in the Mara/northern Serengeti. We tailor your itinerary to your travel dates and priorities.

How many days do I need for a good Tanzania safari?

A minimum of 3–4 days lets you experience 2 parks properly. 5–7 days is our most popular range, allowing time in Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and the Serengeti without feeling rushed. Longer itineraries (8+ days) allow for a more relaxed pace, additional parks, or a Zanzibar beach extension.

Are the safari vehicles shared with other travelers?

No — every Let\’s Wander Tanzania safari uses a private 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof, exclusively for your group. We don\’t combine unrelated travelers into the same vehicle, so your pace, stops, and photography time are entirely your own.

What should I pack for a Tanzania safari?

Neutral-colored clothing (khaki, olive, tan), a warm layer for early morning game drives, sun protection, comfortable closed shoes, binoculars, and a camera with a zoom lens if you have one. We send a detailed packing list once your safari is confirmed, tailored to your specific itinerary and season.

Materuni Waterfalls & Chagga Coffee Tour

1 Day · Easy · Max 8 guests · Budget · Family Friendly

Overview

One of the most popular half-day trips from Moshi, this tour combines a guided hike to the 90-metre Materuni Waterfalls with a traditional Chagga coffee-making demonstration on the southern slopes of Kilimanjaro — from picking the beans to roasting and grinding them by hand over an open fire, finishing with a fresh cup brewed right in front of you.

It\’s a relaxed, scenic outing suited to almost any fitness level, and works well either as a stand-alone day out or as a gentle first or last day either side of a longer safari or Kilimanjaro climb.

Highlights

Guided hike through banana and coffee plantations to the waterfall base
Hands-on traditional Chagga coffee tour — pick, roast, grind, and taste
Swimming at the base of the falls (bring a swimsuit and towel)
Sweeping views over the Kilimanjaro foothills

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off (Moshi or Arusha)
Local guide for the waterfall hike
Chagga coffee tour and tasting
Community/village entry fee

What's Not Included

Lunch (available for purchase locally or can be added on request)
Tips for your guide and host family
Personal items

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Half-Day Materuni Waterfalls & Coffee Tour

Morning or early-afternoon pickup from your Moshi or Arusha hotel, driving up onto the southern slopes of Kilimanjaro to Materuni village. Meet your local guide for a moderate 45–60 minute hike down through banana and coffee plantations to the waterfall, with time to swim in the cool plunge pool at its base. Afterwards, visit a local Chagga family for a hands-on coffee-making demonstration — picking, roasting over an open fire, grinding, and brewing — finishing with a fresh cup and a light snack before the drive back to your hotel. Meals: light snack included.

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

From $45 per person

Duration: 1 days
Difficulty: Easy
Luxury Level: Budget
Max Group: 8 guests
Starts: Your Moshi or Arusha hotel
Best Time: Year-round; waterfall flow is highest just after the rains (April–May, November–December)