3-Day Bike Tour from Arusha to Lake Manyara with Maasai Culture

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Immerse yourself in Maasai culture with a bike ride
• 02 Explore the Rift Valley wall by cycling to Maasai homesteads
• 03 Spot zebras and giraffes as you cycle around Lake Manyara
• 04 Experience authentic camping in the heart of Maasai country

Explore Maasai culture on a 3-day cycling adventure from Arusha to Lake Manyara. Ride toward the Monduli Mountain Range, discover Mto wa Mbu village, and cycle along the Lake Manyara shore while spotting wildlife such as zebras and giraffes. The journey also takes you through the Rift Valley wall to Maasai homesteads, with an overnight stay at a tented camp in Manyara before returning to Arusha.

Cycle around Mto wa Mbu village and along the shore of Lake Manyara while spotting game such as zebras and giraffes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Arusha, Lake Manyara

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Cycle to the Monduli Mountain Range and Maasai Country

• Cycle from Arusha toward the Monduli Mountain Range, heading to Meserani Snake Park. Experience Maasai culture by bike and learn about the activities of the Maasai tribe. Then drive to Makuyuni and continue onward to Mto wa Mbu.

2

Day 02

Cycle Through Mto wa Mbu and Along Lake Manyara

• Cycle around Mto wa Mbu village and along the shore of Lake Manyara while spotting game such as zebras and giraffes. Continue cycling through the Rift Valley wall, which brings you to Maasai homesteads.

3

Day 03

Return to Arusha

Drive back to Arusha to your hotel. This will be the end of your adventure.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Private transport to and from Kilimanjaro International Airport and your accommodations in Moshi
• 2 nights of accommodation in Moshi
• All 3 meals each day - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - with snacks and drinks included
• Mountain bikes and helmets provided
• Support vehicle provided
• Quality camping gear, including tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, and tables with chairs
• Tour guide(s), bike mechanic, driver, and cook provided
• Village fees, WMA fees (Wildlife Management Conservation Area), cycling fees, and all entry fees included
• First aid medical kit included

What's Not Included

• Tips for the crew (much appreciated)
• Entry visa for Tanzania
• Laundry services
• Health requirements (Yellow Fever - only compulsory if you travel to Tanzania via a Yellow Fever-infected country; Meningitis and Hepatitis A remain optional but recommended)
• Travel and medical insurance

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour start

Arusha, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.