What You Need to Know: Our day trips from Moshi and Arusha include local trips such as the Materuni waterfall and coffee tour, the Chemka hot springs and the Marangu waterfalls and Chagga caves, from US$115 per person from Moshi with lunch (children free); Lake Chala, Lake Duluti and coffee tours at US$123, the Mount Meru day hike at US$450; and national park day safaris from US$332 for Tarangire, Lake Manyara or Arusha National Park and US$533 for the Ngorongoro Crater, per person for 2.
Day Trips Around Moshi and Arusha
Local trips are shorter and more relaxed: a waterfall, a hot spring, a village, a coffee farm. From US$115 per person from Moshi, or US$120 from Arusha, with hotel pickup and drop-off, a local guide and lunch included; children don't pay.
Materuni Waterfall and Coffee Tour
Waterfall hike and coffee from bean to cup
Chemka Hot Springs
Swimming in clear, warm spring water
Marangu Waterfalls and Chagga Caves
Chagga history and a waterfall walk
Serval Wildlife Visit
Close-up animal encounters near Arusha
Lake Chala
Crater lake on the Kenya border
Lake Duluti
Canoeing and birding near Arusha
Maasai Village Visit
A day with a Maasai community
Moshi Coffee Tour
Coffee farm visit on the slopes of Kilimanjaro
4-Day Tanzanite Mining Tour
Tanzanite, garnet and ruby mines in 4 days
Lake Chala, Lake Duluti and the Moshi coffee tour cost US$123 per person, and the Mount Meru day hike US$450, with transport, guide and lunch included. The Serval Wildlife visit costs US$380 per person from Moshi or Arusha.
National Park Day Trips from Arusha
Park trips use a private 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof, a window seat for everyone (at most 6), Wi-Fi, charging points and a fridge, and a driver-guide who graduated from the College of African Wildlife Management at Mweka. The price includes the park fees and a picnic lunch. The Ngorongoro trip costs more because of the US$295 crater fee and the longer drive.
Ngorongoro Crater Day Trip
One full day on the crater floor from Arusha
Tarangire Day Trip
Elephants and baobabs, a day from Arusha
Lake Manyara Day Trip
Forest, lake shore and birdlife, a day from Arusha
Arusha National Park Day Trip
Momella Lakes and Mount Meru views, close to town
Kilimanjaro Day Hike
A day walk in the Kilimanjaro rainforest from Moshi
Mount Meru Day Hike
Forest and wildlife on the lower slopes of Meru
| Day trip | From (per person, 2 travelers) | Drive from Arusha |
|---|---|---|
| Ngorongoro Crater | US$533 | About 4–5 hours each way |
| Tarangire | US$332 | About 2 hours |
| Lake Manyara | US$332 | About 2 hours |
| Arusha National Park | US$332 | About 45 minutes |
| Serengeti from Mwanza | US$295 | From Mwanza, about 2 hours to the western gate |
| Kilimanjaro day hike | US$245 | From Moshi, about 1 hour |
Park trip prices fall as your group grows, because the vehicle and crater fee are shared: the Ngorongoro Crater costs US$250 each for six travelers.
Which Day Trip Should You Choose?
| If you want… | Choose |
|---|---|
| To relax after Kilimanjaro | Chemka hot springs |
| Culture and coffee | Materuni waterfall and coffee tour |
| History | Marangu waterfalls and Chagga caves |
| A crater lake and canoeing | Lake Chala or Lake Duluti |
| The most wildlife in a day | Ngorongoro Crater |
| Elephants | Tarangire |
| A short wildlife day near Arusha | Arusha National Park |
| To set foot on Kilimanjaro | Kilimanjaro day hike |
Park days start early and involve several hours in the vehicle; local trips are shorter. For more ideas see things to do in Moshi and things to do in Arusha.
Day Trips Before or After a Kilimanjaro Climb or Safari
The day after a Kilimanjaro climb, legs are tired: Chemka's warm water or the gentle Materuni walk are ideal. Before a climb, a local trip helps you adjust after a long flight without tiring you out. Before a longer safari, a park day trip is a good taster; after one, a coffee tour or Marangu village shows a different side of Tanzania.
How to Book a Day Trip from Moshi or Arusha
Tell us your date, where you are staying and how many of you there are, and we confirm the pickup time. A 30% deposit confirms your booking, and the balance is paid on arrival.
Day Trips for Families Around Moshi and Arusha
Children don't pay on our local trips around Moshi (Materuni, Chemka and Marangu), which makes them the best family days out. Park day trips suit children who are fine with long drives.
Common Questions About Day Trips from Moshi and Arusha
Are your day trips private?
Yes. Your vehicle and guide are for your group only.
Is lunch included?
Yes, on our local trips and park day trips.
Do children pay on local trips?
No. Children don't pay on our local day trips; on park trips they pay only the lower park fee.
Can you pick us up from Moshi for a park day trip?
Yes, with an earlier start. Ask for the price from Moshi.
What is the best day trip after Kilimanjaro?
The Chemka hot springs: warm, clear water that's ideal for tired muscles.
Which day trip is best for families?
The Chemka hot springs or the Materuni waterfall.
The Bottom Line
Choose a local trip for a relaxed day near Moshi or Arusha, or a park day trip for wildlife: Tarangire and Arusha National Park are close; the Ngorongoro Crater is the most wildlife you can see in one day.
Send us your date, where you are staying and the number of travelers (with children's ages) through the form, on WhatsApp +255 678 992 599 or by email to jaynevytours@gmail.com, and our team will confirm the pickup time and send your quotation.