Lake Chala
$130
per personLake Chala is a crater lake in a caldera: thought to be the deepest inland body of water in Africa- is a perfect destination to take a Day trip.
Located on the border of Tanzania and Kenya, Lake Chala is a peaceful location and a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
Believed to be the caldera of a volcano which erupted over three million years ago, all that remains now is a beautiful blue lake surrounded by lush green forests that are home to an abundance of different wildlife. Aside from plenty of fish; monitor lizards, baboons, monkeys, and a variety of birdlife are commonly seen.
On this tour, we will drive you to Lake Chala (approximately 1.5 hours from Moshi). Upon arrival, you will be greeted by stunning views of the beautiful private game reserve overlooking the crater lake. Your guide will take you down to the lake, where you can spend the day swimming, exploring, and kayaking (optional).
TOUR PRICE
| Day Trip | 1 PAX | 2 – 4 PAX | 5+ PAX |
| Lake Chala | $150 | $120 | $100 |
Lake chala located 55 km away from Moshi town near Kenyan border. Best time to visit is mainly during dry season.
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Tour Includes:
- Day trip according to the itinerary
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- Meals according to the itinerary
- Mineral water
- All mentioned activities
- All national park fees
Tour Exclude:
- Flights ( International)
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Tips for safari guide
- Personal expenses in nature such as money for souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees etc.
- Visa fees ( 100 USD for American and 50 USD for non-American)
- Immunization documents ( yellow fever recommended for visa processing on arrivals)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and /or park fees
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DepartureMoshi Town
Day 1: Moshi - Lake Chala Safari Camp
Your friendly guide will arrive at your accommodation armed with your tasty packed lunch. Then he or she will bustle you into the transport and drive you to Lake Chala Safari Camp. On the way you’ll journey through the everyday life of Moshi and on to the freeway, and you can spend a relaxing, comfortable hour-and-a-bit taking in the sights.
Lake Chala Safari Camp is a beautiful private game reserve overlooking Lake Chala. You’ll arrive there and our guide will take you down to the lakeside, through vividly green flora, with the blue, blue lake ahead of you. It gets quite rocky near the lake so wear sturdy footwear. It’s a stunning area perfect for hikers and birdwatchers, and in season you might be lucky enough to spot elephants gathering at a distant waterhole. Spend the day wandering the paths around the lake or across the nearby savannah, where you’re likely to see baboons, vervet monkeys and blue monkeys as well as (perhaps) the shy dik-dik and graceful kudu, too.
After your hike, spend some time sitting by the lakeside enjoying the stillness, only disturbed by birdsong and the gently lapping waters.
If you’re feeling a little more active, you can jump into a kayak and explore the lake further. You’ll be serenaded by the ever-present birdsong and gentle plashing of the water as you row.
After your adventures, stop at the bar for a drink (alcoholic or otherwise) and, if you’re a little peckish, an afternoon snack. If you haven’t opted to camp at the Lake (think campfire under the star-filled heavens), you’ll be driven back to Moshi in the late afternoon. The pleasant drive will give you some “you” time to reflect on your day and wonder if it would be rude to go straight to bed when you get back – you won’t believe how tired you’ll feel after a day of restorative, stress-relieving peace.