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🌎  Tanzania 🇹🇿

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4.5
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📍  CHEMKA HOT SPRINGS (KIKULETWA HOT SPRINGS)

✈️  Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)

🚗  17.8 KM

⏱️  1 hour

Chemka Hot Springs, also known as Kikuletwa Hot Springs, is a stunning natural oasis offering crystal-clear, warm waters perfect for swimming and relaxation, situated amidst arid landscapes. Accessibility requires travel over rough roads, making a 4x4 vehicle or a guided tour highly recommended, typically as a day trip from Arusha or Moshi. While independent visits are possible with private transport, guided tours are popular for convenience, often including transport and sometimes lunch. The springs are generally accessible year-round, though heavy rains might make the unpaved roads more challenging. Entry fees are usually nominal (a few USD), while guided full-day tours typically range from $50-150 USD, depending on inclusions and group size. A typical visit duration is half to a full day, allowing ample time for swimming, picnicking, and enjoying the serene environment. Visitors should bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, and possibly snacks/drinks, though local vendors often sell refreshments.