Ngorongoro Crater
from $220 per person
Descend into the world's largest intact caldera for a full day among lions, elephants, rhinos and flamingos on the crater floor.
View the tripAt A Glance
A refreshing escape between the two safari cities.
LocationKikuletwa (Chemka), between Arusha & Moshi
Distance from Arusha~85 km (1.5–2 hrs)
Distance from Moshi~40 km (1 hr)
DurationHalf or full day
Best time to visitMornings (9 AM–12 PM) to avoid crowds
HighlightThe signature rope swing over the spring
Fare from$40 per person
Your Day, Hour By Hour
The day, hour by hour
A gentle, flexible day — the timings below suit a full day, but a half-day morning visit works beautifully too.
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Hotel pickup
Depart Moshi or Arusha and head out across the savannah.
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Off-road adventure
Turn off the tarmac onto the dusty track that leads to the hidden springs.
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Arrival & first dip
Change and slip into the astonishingly clear, warm turquoise water.
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Rope swings & tubing
Take on the famous rope swing and drift the shaded channels on a tube.
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Tanzanian BBQ lunch
Enjoy a fresh hot lunch served on site.
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Relax & photos
Laze in the shade, swim some more, and capture the light on the water.
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Return drive
Head back to your hotel, sun-warmed and unwound.
2026 Pricing
Price per person
Private day trip from either city. The per-person rate drops as the group grows.
| Group size | Per person | Group total | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | $110per person | $110 | — |
| 2 travellers | $75per person | $150 | −32% |
| 3 travellers | $60per person | $180 | −45% |
| 4 travellers Best value | $50per person | $200 | −55% |
| 5 travellers | $45per person | $225 | −59% |
| 6+ travellers | $40per person | $40 each | −64% |
Prices include private round-trip transfers, community gate entry, guide, a hot BBQ lunch and water. Inner-tube rental and gear are not included.
The Details
What’s included
Everything you need for a seamless day — and the few things to bring or budget for yourself.
Included
- Private transportation — round-trip hotel transfers from Moshi or Arusha.
- Park gate entry — all official Chemka / Rundugai community fees.
- Driver-guide — professional, English-speaking.
- Hot local BBQ lunch — fresh meal served on site.
- Refreshments — bottled mineral water throughout.
Not included
- Inner tube rental — inflatable tubes from local vendors (~$2).
- Gear rentals — swimwear, towels or water shoes (bring your own).
- Tipping — for your driver-guide and lunch staff.
- Extra drinks & snacks — cold beers, sodas or extras.
- Travel insurance — personal medical or injury cover.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
It sits roughly halfway, so both work — it’s about an hour from Moshi and 1.5–2 hours from Arusha. Chemka is the natural pick if you want one relaxed day that suits travellers based in either city.
Comfortably warm and spring-fed year-round — clear enough to see the sandy bottom and fish. It’s a natural pool, not a hot bath, so it’s refreshing rather than steaming.
Wear your swimsuit under your clothes, and bring water shoes or sandals for the slippery rocks, a towel, dry clothes and ideally a waterproof phone case. Lunch, water and transport are included.
Yes — a popular pairing is Materuni Waterfalls and coffee in the morning, then Chemka in the afternoon for a swim. We’ll set the timing around your pickup point.
Book your day
Ready for your Chemka Hot Springs day trip?
Tell us your pickup point and dates and we’ll arrange everything — private vehicle, guide, permits and door-to-door transfers. Combine it with another trip or a longer safari if you wish.
