Kilimanjaro region in Tanzania is one of the most visited places here. People usually visit the place to climb the famous Mt Kilimanjaro. This place is known for its famous trek but that is not the only thing that you can enjoy here. This region is a great place to have an adventurous vacation, has great Tanzanian culture, and beautiful nature around providing you with so much to experience and explore. If you are planning to have a trip to this region then make sure you have a plan for a few days as there are so many things that one can do here. Some activities would take your whole day and some that would take more than one. Add this list to your itinerary.
1: Materuni waterfalls
A cute hike where you get to have a picnic at the waterfall. Materuni waterfall is situated at the foothills of the peak and you need to have a short hike each to the base of Materuni. Here you can enjoy the clear waters of the waterfall and can swim in the pool. Enjoy a cute picnic at the base and have a refreshing time in nature. You can see farms cultivating bananas and coffee on your way alongside beautiful nature. Might as well see some small animals and birds during your time in the area.
2: Coffee plantation tour
When you are visiting the waterfall, you get a tour of the coffee plantations as well. You can visit the two together or not as you wish. On this tour, you get to see the huge lands where coffee is grown. You are shown the process of harvesting the beans roasting and grinding and packaging. When you are here, you can enjoy a warm cup of fresh arabica coffee straight from the plant in your cup. Meet the locals who are living in these areas for years.
3:Exploring the capital, Moshi
Moshi is the place where travelers and hikers stop when they are going for a hike and climb the famous mt Kilimanjaro. This is the place they rest before or after the climb. It is advised that the climbers visit the capital before a day or two so that there is no delay in the climb even if the schedule of your arrival changes. When you are in the city, you might as well roam around and get to see all the gems of the place. Visit the coffee shops to enjoy fresh arabica coffee, and visit the market to buy things such as local crafts and jewelry.
4: Momela Lakes, beautiful animals, and birds
Visit Momela lakes to get to see some of the amazing animals and birds. You get to sight beautiful animals in their natural habitat. You can visit the park with the help of a canoe trip where you get to paddle and travel through water and see the forests around. View animals like zebras, duikers, and others drinking water and living merrily. You can also view different migratory birds such as flamingoes and other birds like Egyptian geese, maccoa ducks, and many more.
5: Olpopongi Maasai Cultural Village
When you are in the Kilimanjaro region you need to visit a Maasai village out of the many that are here. This provides you with insight into tribal life with amazing clothing, jewelry, food, hunting skills and so much more. These people are full of life and would welcome you wholeheartedly. Stay here for a day and experience the culture. You get drinks and food here along with a walk to know more about the culture. You can learn new things and visit the museum.
Conclusion
There are so many things that you can do when you are in Tanzania. This is the Kilimanjaro region where you get to have an intense adventurous trip with so many activities to participate in, such wonderful fauna to view, safaris, the lifestyle, culture, history of the region, and the amazing cuisine. After having an adventurous time here you get to enjoy the delicious food of Tanzania. Enjoy everything that this place has to offer to its visitors and have a great time. This region is abundant in activists, places to visit, have a good time and thus making sure that the visitors are not disappointed.
