Lake Chala Day Tour

Overview

Lake Chala is a crater lake in a caldera at the border between Tanzania and Kenya and 52 km from Moshi town, that straddles the border between Kenya and Tanzania. The lake is east of Mount Kilimanjaro, 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) north of Taveta, Kenya, and 55 kilometers (34 mi) east of Rombo District. The lake is surrounded by a steep crater rim with a maximum height of 170 meters (560 ft).

Lake Chala was measured at a depth of 95 meters, which makes it deeper than famous Lake Victoria. Filled and drained by underground waters, the lake ranges in color from deep blue green – at the moment more green because of a lot of algae. Take a walk down the 100m deep crater rim to the lake shore and cool your feet at the water’s edge among the rocks as you watch the water ripple peacefully through the lake in shimmering delight.

Tour Plan

After breakfast the tour departs. Start driving from Moshi to Lake Chala a distance of 52 Km. Lake Chala is best known for its beautiful and unique scenery and the home to Lake Chala Tilapia, a species of fish in the cichlidae family. This fish is endemic to Chala, but is now a threatened species due to over fishing, a concern which needs to be addressed. That's why fishing is not allowed at Lake Chala. . You can do a walking tour around the lake or Kayaking on the Lake with a local guide.

Lake Chala Day Tour Prices

1 pax
240 USD
2 pax
190 USD
3 pax
175 USD
4 pax
165 USD
5 pax
160 USD
6 pax
155 USD

Included

  • Pick up from Moshi town back to Moshi town .
  • Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional, English-speaking guide
  • Mineral water/ Lunch box
  • All government fees

Excluded

  • Alcoholic
  • Visa fees
  • Tips
  • Personal spending monies for souvenirs etc.
  • Travel insurance.

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