Situated about 35 kilometers from Moshi, in the heart of the Sanya Plains, lie
the Rundugai Springs. They are an extraordinary phenomenon, rushing up
from underground in the middle of parched and dusty landscape. Locally
called Chemka, meaning boiling, this refers to the way in which the water
appears to boil as it emerges from underground. In fact, the water is not hot
rather it is a pleasant temperature! This is a good place to visit for a picnic and
a swim too. And the views of Kilimanjaro on a clear day are also fabulous.
Unfortunately, the water is full of fluoride which means the local people can’t
use it for drinking. The crystal-clear, turquoise waters surrounded by palm
trees and winding roots offer a picturesque spot for a relaxing afternoon swim.
The spring is actually rather big and over 6 meters deep in some places