Kikuletwa Hot Springs

Kikuletwa, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania

Location: Kikuletwa, Kilimanjaro Region, Tanzania
Water type: bicarbonate
Temperature: 30 °C
pH: 7.5

Water profile

Thermicity

Invigorating

30 °C

LowHigh

Stimulating — wakes the body and boosts circulation.

Mineralisation

Restorative

LowHigh

Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).

Buoyancy

Standard buoyancy

LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

Bicarbonate de calciumMagnésiumChlorureSilice

Kikuletwa Hot Springs, also known as Maji Moto(Maji Moto ya Kikuletwa in Swahili) and also Chemka Hot Springs, 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.

Insider tip — Bring a mask and snorkel — the underwater details of this natural pool are surprising.

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?

The water is on the cooler side here, around 30 °C — an invigorating water that boosts circulation.

What type of water is found here?

This spot features bicarbonate water.

What is the best season to visit?