Best Lake Chala Day Trip Tour

Safari summary

You will be picked up from your hotel in Moshi at 9:00 am, and drive to Lake Chala (approx. 1.5hours. The Lake Chala is the most beautiful crater lake located on the eastern edge of Mount Kilimanjaro, straddling the border between Tanzania and Kenya 52 km from Moshi town, Lake Chala was measured at a depth of 95 meters, which makes it deeper than famous Lake Victoria.
Lake Chala is a caldera lake fed by clean, cold underground streams from Kilimanjaro itself, and it’s renowned for its gloriously changing colors; from deepest turquoise to emerald green to azure and all colors in between. It’s a perfect place to relax and unwind and you’ve the choice of hiking the picture-perfect countryside around the lake, swimming in its sparkling waters (don’t forget your cozzie!) or kayaking across the border to Kenya. Or all three! It’s a day full of getting up close and personal to one of the greatest (and quietest) treasures of Tanzania.
In the morning, after the transfer to the lake, you will find yourself on the edge of the crater to see the wonderful views of the tropical forest and the lake. On the way to the lake, you are highly likely to see baboons. At the lake you can go canoeing, relishing the beautiful African nature. Your lunch will be served afterwards. On the way back to the hotel you will see Mt Kilimanjaro in all its glory.
The best average price for a Lake chala day trip is range from $100-$200 prices depending on meals, transportation and park fees.

About this tour

	Tour type	Set-date, set-itinerary, group
	Main focus	Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

• Photography safari—with professional guide

What’s included?

• Meals
• Park fees
• Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

• Accommodation
• Spa treatments
• Tips and gratuities
• Visas