Experience authentic Chagga culture on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Spend two immersive days in Kilimani Village, learning traditional coffee making, local cooking, handicrafts, and enjoying the rhythms of daily life. Stay overnight with a local family or eco lodge, and discover the beauty of rural Tanzania.

Day 1 – Cultural Activity

07:00 AM – Pick-up from Moshi
 Travel from Moshi to Kilimani Village, enjoying scenic views of banana and coffee plantations on the way.

10:00 AM – Village Welcome & Tea
 Arrive in the village and receive a warm welcome with tradition. The village guide introduces the history and lifestyle of the Chagga people.

10:30 AM – Coffee Experience

Discover the traditional methods for obtaining, processing, grinding, and enjoying the Chagga coffee. Listen to local ladies and elders share their experiences about Kilimanjaro's coffee tradition.

 01:00 PM – Traditional Lunch
.Experience a traditional Chagga meal made by village women, which includes pilau, fresh fruits, banana stew, and regional vegetables. Discover the Chagga community's cooking customs.

02:30 PM – Village & Farm Walk
 Explore banana plantations, coffee farms, and community projects. Meet local women involved in handicrafts and small scale agriculture. Visit a traditional healer and hear about local remedies.

05:00 PM – Cultural Interaction
 Join the villagers for traditional drumming, dancing, and storytelling. Learn a few words in Kichagga and the history of  families.

07:00 PM – Dinner & Overnight Stay
 Dinner with your host family or eco lodge, experiencing authentic rural Chagga life. Overnight at homestay or camp

Day 2 – Nature and Cultural Exploration

06:30 AM – Sunrise Viewing (Optional)
 Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over Kilimanjaro and the surrounding village landscape — perfect for photography.

07:30 AM – Breakfast
 Enjoy a traditional breakfast: chapati, cassava, bananas, and local tea. Participate in preparation for a hands-on experience.

09:00 AM – Nature Walk to Waterfall
 Take a gentle hike to a nearby waterfall, learning about local plants and wildlife along the way.

11:00 AM – Craft and Cooking lesson
 Engage in handicraft making like palm weaving, beadwork and soap making or cooking local dishes, guided by village women.

01:00 PM – Traditional Lunch & Farewell Ceremony
 Share a final meal with your hosts. Participate in a farewell ceremony with songs, dance, and souvenir exchange.

03:00 PM – Return to Moshi
Return to Moshi after thinking back on your highly involved Chagga culture experience. A chance to purchase regional handicrafts is soon.

Included

• Transport from Moshi
• Local guide and village hosts
• Meals 
• Coffee making, cooking, craft workshops
• Overnight accommodation
• Entry fees and cultural activities
• Coffee tour
• Natural walk

Exclusions 

• International or domestic flights to Moshi
• Personal travel insurance
• Tips or gratuities for guides and hosts
• Personal shopping expenses
• Optional activities not listed in itinerary (e.g., extended hikes, extra excursions)
• Visa fees or any personal expenses outside the tour program