Tanzania · Cycling Tour

7-Day Arusha Cycling Tour with Maasai Culture and Hot Springs

7 Days Round trip from Oldonyosambu Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Ride through the scenic countryside and observe Maasai people along remote roads
  • 02 Take an African cooking class and prepare authentic African food
  • 03 Visit local markets and the hot springs between Arusha and Kilimanjaro
  • 04 Stay in local villages and get to know Maasai culture firsthand
  • 05 See Arusha landmarks such as the Clock Tower, midway between Cairo and Cape Town

Sign up for this 7-day camping and cycling tour of Arusha to explore the rustic side of Africa. Observe the Maasai people, culture, wildlife, and landscapes of this amazing city as you ride through remote roads and visit local families and villages along the way. Also witness the chaos of the local markets, relax at the hot springs between Arusha and Kilimanjaro, and take an African cooking class on this cultural tour.

Have lunch at the camp in Lengijave, where you will spend the entire evening with the Maasai community, learning grazing skills, the value of livestock to the community, and the general Maasai culture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Arusha, Mount Kilimanjaro
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arusha Market Visit near Oldonyosambu

  • Wake up at around 8:30 for breakfast, then leave for a local market visit near Oldonyosambu, Arusha.

  • Move around the market and learn about local Maasai handicrafts and goods.

  • Later in the afternoon, stop for lunch at the market and enjoy some local food.

  • Learn how to bargain for products and visit the open-air livestock auction, where you can enjoy the movement of cows, goats, and sheep, before descending back to the hostel for the night.

2
Day 02

Cycle to Lengijave and Maasai Camp Experience

  • Wake up early at around 7:00 am and have breakfast.

  • After breakfast, ride to the isolated part of the community in a place called Lengijave (Cold Zone).

  • Have lunch at the camp in Lengijave, where you will spend the entire evening with the Maasai community, learning grazing skills, the value of livestock to the community, and the general Maasai culture.

  • Later, enjoy a BBQ and bonfire.

3
Day 03

Hike the Surroundings and Ride to Ngaramtoni

  • The next morning, start hiking in the surrounding areas and leave the bicycles at the camp.

  • At around 3:15 pm, ride back to the point at Ngaramtoni for an overnight stay.

4
Day 04

Walking Tour of a Maasai Community

  • Go for a walking tour at around 9:20 am after breakfast.

  • Visit a Maasai community and spend around 4 hours exploring their lifestyle and culture.

  • Head back to the hostel for an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

African Cooking Class in a Local Home

  • After breakfast, visit a local home for an African cooking class in Arusha.

  • Buy all the ingredients required to cook the meal and learn how to prepare the delicacies before eating them.

Dinner and overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Arusha City Tour and Traditional Dance

  • Visit some of the main attractions in Arusha, including the Clock Tower, which is the midpoint between Cairo and Cape Town.

  • Follow this with a traditional dance performance at night.

Dinner and overnight stay.

7
Day 07

Hot Spring Swim between Arusha and Kilimanjaro

  • Drive to the hot spring between Arusha and Kilimanjaro.

  • Upon arrival, go for a refreshing swim in the spring.

Oldonyosambu market, Lengijave Maasai camp, hot spring between Arusha and Kilimanjaro, Clock Tower

Where this trip takes you

Oldonyosambu market, Lengijave Maasai camp, hot spring between Arusha and Kilimanjaro, Clock Tower

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Oldonyosambu 2 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All park entry fees and camping fees

  • Pick-up from the airport

  • Boat and walking safari

  • Bicycles and safety gear with a local tour guide

  • Campsite fees according to the program

  • Meals as per the itinerary

  • Complimentary bottled drinking water during the safari (1.5 liters per person per day)

  • Hotel accommodation on arrival with bed and breakfast

  • Tents, sleeping mats, sleeping bags, chairs, table, and pillow

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights

  • Fees for passports, visas, immunizations, and insurance

  • Tips for staff such as driver-guides, chef, and porter

  • Expenses of a personal nature, such as souvenirs

  • Visa

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arusha Airport, Arusha, Tanzania
Tour start
Oldonyosambu, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Oldonyosambu.

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