Chemka Hot Springs

Chemka Hot Springs is a natural spring-fed swimming destination in the Rundugai area of Tanzania's Kilimanjaro Region. It is also known as Kikuletwa Hot Springs, Maji Moto and Rundugai Hot Springs.

Chemka Hot Springs is located in the Rundugai area of Kilimanjaro Region between Arusha and Moshi.

No. Despite the name, Chemka's water is generally warm or lukewarm rather than extremely hot. Published sources commonly report temperatures around 25–30°C.

Yes. Swimming is the main activity at Chemka Hot Springs. Visitors should follow local guidance, use caution around deeper sections and avoid entering the water if local conditions or staff advice indicate that it is unsafe.

The depth varies considerably throughout the spring. Published tourism sources report deep sections of more than 6 metres, with some sources reporting depths approaching 10 metres. Visitors who are not confident swimmers should use appropriate flotation or remain in shallow areas.

Chemka is approximately 35–45 kilometres from Moshi depending on the route and measurement point, with the drive commonly taking around one to one and a half hours.

Chemka is farther from Arusha than from Moshi. The journey commonly takes around 1.5–2 hours, depending on the starting point, traffic and road conditions.

Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, drinking water, sunglasses, a change of clothes, waterproof protection for electronics and comfortable sandals or water shoes. A small dry bag can also be useful.

Yes. Chemka is frequently included as a relaxation experience around a Kilimanjaro itinerary. TanzaLux can arrange the timing according to your arrival, trekking schedule and accommodation.

Yes. Chemka Hot Springs and Materuni Waterfalls can be combined into a northern Tanzania day experience, subject to the day's schedule and road conditions. This combination brings together swimming, waterfalls, coffee, nature and Chagga cultural experiences.