Learn about Maasai culture, discover exotic animals while cycling Tanzania
The epic three-day Kilimanjaro Guided Bike Tour will take you to West Kilimanjaro plains, a region in Northern Tanzania comprising both Maasai community lands and Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs). The area is filled with acacia woodland and open plains that support a remarkable variety of wildlife and spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Moreover, the most common animals in the area include wildebeest, zebra, gazelles, impalas, giraffes, and baboons. Depending on the time of the year, elephants can also be observed as the region lies along an elephant corridor linking Kenya's Amboseli National Park & Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Also, this region is home to the nomadic Maasai herdsmen who co-exist with the surrounding wildlife, hence the term "Maasai Land." Given the rich culture of the Maasai people and the variety of wildlife, a cycling tour in this area is ideal for those discerning travelers looking for an unforgettable off-the-beaten-path adventure experience that includes walking, photography, culture, and scenery.
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Kilimanjaro Guided Bike Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Cycle to Simba Farm
You will be transferred from your hotel in Moshi to Simba Farm, where you will start your bike tour in West Kilimanjaro. Your cycle day starts with a downhill slope through the farm as you head toward the main rough road. Then, you will follow the main rough road through the Ngare Nairobi village and cycle along the Ndarakwai Conservancy border towards the West Kilimanjaro airstrip. You will then follow the main dirt road towards the TingaTinga village. Finally, your ride will end at Olpopongi Maasai Village, where you will spend the night. Upon arrival at the Olpopongi Maasai Village, you will be welcomed by a traditional Maasai dance before having lunch and settling into your Maasai-hut-style rooms. You will also engage in a Maasai cultural tour in the evening before ending your day by enjoying a great dinner around a bonfire.
Overnight Location: Olpopongi Maasai Cultural Village
Distance: 28km
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Bike to Maasai Lodge via Ngabobo Village
Today you will start cycling early in the morning and proceed south towards the Ngabobo Village. An early start ensures you cover enough distance before the sun comes out. Today’s path is exciting as you will cycle through the arid open grasslands, an environment completely different from the lush, green slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro, which you have left behind. Also, wildlife such as wildebeest, giraffes, zebra, and elephants can be seen in the morning when we start cycling. Today’s route will be shorter but more challenging due to the terrain and weather. To finish, the last part of the path is a gradual ascent on a gravel road as you cycle through the Ngabobo Village toward the lodge. Today you will spend the night at the Maasai Lodge.
Overnight Location: Maasai Lodge
Distance: 21km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 Departure
Today’s route takes us to a new vegetation zone as we leave the arid zone and proceed towards the greener slopes of Mt. Meru. The slope is a gentle ascent through gravel roads as we head towards Momella near Arusha National Park. Then we will cycle through streams of water flowing down the slopes of Mt.Meru as we head towards the village of NgareNanyuki, a lively small town where you will cycle towards Arusha National Park. You might be lucky to see several giraffes as you approach the park. Finally, our route today ends on the edge of the Arusha national park. Then, after resting a bit, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Moshi.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 22km
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Kilimanjaro Guided Bike Tour Price and Dates
This tour is always run as a private tour for your group only and the prices depend on the size of your group, however, shared tours are available on request. Discounts for children may apply.
The prices below are per person:
- Guided Group of 2+: from $850 USD per person*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the Book Now button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.
Book NowAccommodation on Kilimanjaro Guided Bike Tour
This tour is based in lodges and hotels. Accommodations on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Olpopongi Maasai Cultural Village near Moshi
Enjoy an unforgettable cultural experience at the Olpopongi Maasai Cultural Village. Take a tour and spend the night in a traditional Maasai house.
Maasai Lodge in Ngabobo Village
Spend the night at the comfortable Maasai Lodge near Ngabobo Village.
What’s Included in the Kilimanjaro Guided Bike Tour?
Meals
2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 2 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the hotel you’re staying at before and after the tour.
Also Included
- English-speaking guide
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
Not included
- Flights to and from your departure point
- Drinks or snacks not mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
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