Escape to the tranquil beauty of Lake Chala on this one-day adventure from Moshi. Set on the Tanzania–Kenya border, Lake Chala is a spectacular crater lake known for its striking blue-green waters, steep crater walls and peaceful natural surroundings.

Enjoy a scenic drive from Moshi before exploring the lake by canoe, one of the best ways to appreciate its dramatic scenery and discover some of the birdlife around its shores. A picnic lunch surrounded by nature completes this relaxing day away from the bustle of town before your afternoon journey back to Moshi. 

Duration: 1 Day
Destination: Lake Chala
Start / End: Moshi
Tour Type: Mid-Luxury Day Trip
Activities: Scenic Drive & Canoeing
Meal: Lunch

Day 1: Moshi – Lake Chala – Moshi

Your day begins in Moshi with a morning road transfer to beautiful Lake Chala. Enjoy the changing scenery along the way as you travel toward this remarkable crater lake on the Tanzania–Kenya border.

After arriving at Lake Chala, take time to appreciate the peaceful surroundings and striking blue-green waters before setting out on a canoeing experience. Paddling across the lake provides a wonderful perspective of the crater walls and surrounding vegetation, with opportunities to observe birds and other wildlife along the way.

Around lunchtime, relax and enjoy a picnic surrounded by nature. After your Lake Chala experience, begin the scenic drive back to Moshi in the afternoon, where your day trip comes to an end. 

Accommodation: Not Included
Meal Plan: Lunch

Included: All scheduled activities, lunch, taxes/VAT, transportation, drinking water, well-trained and experienced guide, soft drinks, canoeing, Lake Chala entry fee, and picnic chairs and tables.

Excluded: Personal expenses, souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, government-imposed increases in taxes or fees, tips and gratuities, additional accommodation before or after the trip, international flights, local flights and additional activities.

• Solo Traveler – USD 158 per person
• Group of 2 – USD 133 per person
• Group of 3 – USD 128 per person
• Group of 4 – USD 123 per person
• Group of 5 – USD 118 per person