Chemka Hotsprings also known as Kikuletwa Hot Springs, or Maji Moto, is a natural geothermal oasis located in Masama Rundugai ward of Hai District in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania. Chemka means “boiling” in Swahili, referring to the appearance of […]
Chemka Hotsprings also known as Kikuletwa Hot Springs, or Maji Moto, is a natural geothermal oasis located in Masama Rundugai ward of Hai District in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania. Chemka means “boiling” in Swahili, referring to the appearance of how the water emerges from the ground. The hot springs are located approximately 40 kilometers from the town of Moshi, which is a gateway to Mount Kilimanjaro in a village called Chemka. The hot spring waters flow into the Kikuletwa River and eventually find its way to the Pangani River.
Chemka Hot Springs is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, who come to enjoy the natural beauty and serenity of the location. The area is also a popular spot for birdwatching, as many species of birds inhabit the surrounding forests and wetlands. Catfish and Red garra, which eat the dead skin off the feet of visitors, can be found in the water.
