Immerse yourself in the history Marangu and its people Marangu, on the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro, is a small town with a great deal of history and ancient traditions. Get carried away by the Chagga tribe, unique rainforest landscape, and coffee-growing insides. This full day tour has it all: action, tradition, and cuisine.
In the morning, we drive to Marangu Gate (1900m), the starting point for all Kilimanjaro treks via the Marangu Route. You will have the opportunity to take pictures of the mighty Kilimanjaro and get a sense of the spirit of the mountain. The area around Marangu is home to the local Chagga tribe, and you will learn all about their history and traditions on this full day excursion.
Our second stop will be a visit to a small coffee farm, where you will learn about how the coffee is grown, harvested, and processed locally. Try your own hand at processing, roasting, and preparing a fresh cup of coffee. Once you have finished enjoying your coffee break, we will depart for the Ndoro Waterfalls. Our hike to the base of the waterfall will lead us through lush green landscape, and the descent will take approximately 1 hour. Here, you have the opportunity to relax and take a refreshing bath in the pool of the waterfall. Another highlight will be the visit to the Chagga Underground Caves and the Chagga Live Museum.