1-Day Cycling Adventure in West Kilimanjaro with Wildlife Viewing

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Ride red dirt roads through the wild landscapes of West Kilimanjaro
• 02 Cycle along the border of Ndarakwai Conservancy toward West Kilimanjaro airstrip
• 03 Pass through Ngare Nairobi, Tinga Tinga, and Ngabobo villages by bike
• 04 Spot wildebeest, giraffes, zebra, and elands in open grasslands
• 05 Finish with a gradual climb to Maasai Lodge after a full wilderness ride

Embark on an exhilarating one-day bike tour from Simba Farm in Moshi through the rugged landscapes of West Kilimanjaro. Ride downhill through the farm, pass Ngare Nairobi village, and follow the border of Ndarakwai Conservancy toward West Kilimanjaro airstrip and Tinga Tinga village. Continue through the dry, open grasslands of Ngabobo Village, where you may encounter wildebeest, giraffes, zebra, and elands in their natural habitat. The adventure ends with a gradual ascent to Maasai Lodge and a transfer back to your hotel.

Encounter wildlife such as wildebeest, giraffes, zebra, and elands during this section.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Moshi, Mount Kilimanjaro

Languages English, German, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Bike Safari Through West Kilimanjaro

• 07:00 hrs: Transfer from your hotel in Moshi to Simba Farm for the start of the bike tour.
• Begin the cycle tour with a downhill slope through the farm.
• Continue along the main rough road, passing through Ngare Nairobi village.
• Cycle along the border of Ndarakwai Conservancy towards West Kilimanjaro airstrip.
• Follow the main dirt road towards Tinga Tinga village.
• Proceed south towards Ngabobo Village, passing through dry, arid, open grasslands.
• Encounter wildlife such as wildebeest, giraffes, zebra, and elands during this section.
• Conclude the ride with a gradual ascent on a gravel road through Ngabobo Village towards Maasai Lodge.
• Transfer back to your hotel after the tour ends.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Entry fees
• Bike and helmet
• Support vehicle
• Tour guide and bike mechanic
• Packed lunch box
• Mineral water per person

What's Not Included

• Tipping
• Items of a personal nature, such as laundry services and beverages
• Accommodation at the lodge or hotel
• Pickup or transfer to the airport

What to bring

• Cycling jersey
• Bike shoes, if you want to use them
• Your own bike, if you prefer to ride it. You can ship the bike before your arrival, and we will keep it at our office and assemble it so that it is safe and ready when you arrive.

Know before you go

• This bike tour is truly fantastic - just imagine pedalling on dirt roads crossed by wild animals, with many surprises awaiting you.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Moshi, Tanzania

Tour start

Moshi, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.