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Mount Kilimanjaro 360 Cycling Expedition

Duration 5 Days & 4 Nights

Start Time 9:30 am

Minimum People 2

Season Opens Year around operation

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Activity Summary

A great way to see Wildlife, Cultural experience and Landscapes around Kilimanjaro

Explore the beautiful landscapes of the lower elevation of Mount Kilimanjaro and the adjacent villages on 2 wheels.

Embark on an exhilarating and unforgettable cycling tour around the stunning Mt. Kilimanjaro, the world's largest free-standing mountain. Over six days, experience Tanzania's captivating landscapes, vibrant villages, and diverse cultures. Meet the people and encounter the Maasai people dwelling in the arid western plains grazings livestocks around and the Chagga people inhabiting the mountain's foothills farming banana, coffee, avocados, arrow roots and brewing the banana beer, delving into the richness of these unique cultures firsthand. Traverse vast grasslands teeming with wildlife, lush forests, farmlands, and charming villages and towns on this remarkable journey.

Activity Highlights

Immerse yourself into local culture off-the-beaten.
Enjoy delicious hot local dishes from fresh local ingredients during your trip.
Cycling along the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro and meet the locals, Chagga, Pare and Maasai.
Watch wildlife up close on your two wheels.
Discover awesome cycling trails off-the-beaten Paths with great landscape views.
Enjoy the beautiful view of Mount Kilimanjaro and Meru if weather permits.
Enjoy beautiful views of Amboseli National Park and Kenya lowland areas from Tanzania.
Discover Lake Chala, a crater lake bordering Tanzania and Kenya.
Refreshing your body by showering at Kikuletwa Hot springs and washing out your dust after several days of cycling. A good end to your trip.
Cycling around the green lush of banana and coffee as well as dry savannah landscapes.

Experience Type

Thrilling Adventure.
Guided cycling tour.
Peri-urban | Rural Villages | Forest | Wildlife.Cultural experience.

Significance of the tour

Being part (come as a client, leave as a friend).
Relaxation; arrive at yourself.
Feeling liveliness.
Get to know young people as role models.
If you can’t climb the whole mount, just experience part of it.

Meals and drinks included:

Note:

Beverages included:

Additional charge for soft drinks and other beverages.

Other services included:

Equipment needed:

Comfortable shoes, Warm clothing, Sunglasses, Sun hat, Camera, Hiking shoes, Rain gear, Hiking pants, Waterproof shoes, Trekking gear

Equipment supplied:

Traditional walking stick.

Children Options:

Not recommended for Children.

Contact Person:

+255627335359. <a href='tel:+255627335359'>Call</a> or <a href='https://wa.me/255627335359'>Whatsapp</a>

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Itinerary

Day 0

Arrival in Moshi, Tanzania

Welcome to Kilimanjaro International Airport, a swift 50-minute transfer will bring you to our hotel, strategically located on the lower slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro, just outside Moshi. Here, our team will provide a comprehensive trip briefing and ensure your bikes and gear are well-prepared for the upcoming adventure.

Day 1

Moshi Town to Tinga Tinga Village | 82km

Beginning from the lush southern side of Mount Kilimanjaro, your ride transitions to the arid western landscapes. Traverse through coffee and banana plantations before entering the open plains and acacia woodlands. Encounter the Maasai people coexisting with wildlife in the Maasai Lands, culminating in an overnight stay at Ngabobo village.

Highlights

Cycle along dramatic & beautiful wildlife such as Giraffe and Zebra.

Discover Enduimet Wildlife Management Area with its stunning wildlife and landscape on your bike.

Spend your night close to wildlife and enjoy the sound of nature.

Cycling through the stunning dry and arid open grasslands with beautiful views.

Day 2

Tinga Tinga Village to West Kilimanjaro Farms | 70km

Journey through the lesser-known Enduimet Wildlife Management Area, home to diverse ethnic groups and vital wildlife migratory routes. The ride shifts from open plains to fertile lower slopes, concluding at Simba Farm, offering panoramic views of the western Kilimanjaro plains.

Highlights

Cycle around the lush, green slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Immerse yourself in the local culture as you pedal through the suburbs and outskirts of Kilimanjaro.

Enjoy panoramic views of Kilimanjaro's slopes, dotted with farms and fields.

Pedaling along beautiful trails and encountering incredible wildlife sightings, including giraffes, zebras, and elands.

Day 3

West Kilimanjaro Farms to Shira Plateau | 80 km

Cycle through varying ecological zones, from rain forests to heather and moorlands, reaching the Shira Plateau. Enjoy a downhill ride back to Londorossi Gate, retracing your path to Simba Farm lodge.

Highlights

Catch a glimpse of wildlife in the rainforest zone on your two wheels.

On your pedal stroke unveils the stunning landscapes of Kilimanjaro Shira Plateau.

Conquer challenging terrains up to Shira.

Breathe in the crisp mountain air.

Witness the beauty of the Shira Plateau unfold beneath your wheels.

Day 4

West Kilimanjaro Farms to Nalemoru Village | 74 km

Begin your cycling adventure through the fertile farms of West Kilimanjaro, immersing yourself in the agricultural heart of the region. Pedal through picturesque landscapes, passing by fields, orchards, and plantations, the place offering a scenic and tranquil backdrop for your journey passing through the vibrant villages toward the Rongai forest. Rest at Snowcap Cottages with breathtaking views of Kibo and Mawenzi peaks on clear days. Encounter diverse terrains, from the open farmlands to the gradual ascent towards Nalemuru Rongai, creating a dynamic and engaging cycling experience.

Highlights

Connect with local farmers along the way, gaining insights into their daily lives and the agricultural practices.

witness the blend of tradition and modernity around Kilimanjaro vibrant villages

Pedal beneath the canopy of trees through the enchanting Rongai Plantation Forest.

Enjoy the stunning view of Amboseli National Park from Tanzania on your two wheels.

Cycling through the stunning dry and arid open grasslands.

Day 5

Nalemoru Village to Lake Challa Via Mkuu Village | 64km

Descend towards the enchanting Lake Chala Via Mkuu, on arrival at Mkuu village meet the Chagga people, enjoy traditional songs, taste bananas beer, organic local cuisine and more before pedaling down rural villages trails dotted with banana and coffee plantation to Lake Chala nestled on the Tanzanian-Kenyan border, on this cycling trails you will pass through astonishing view of lake Chala from far, on arrive enjoy the serene crater lake's turquoise waters, surrounded by diverse flora and wildlife,walking around the crater rim, descending down the lake and enjoy Kayaking up to Kenya through the lake, an idyllic spot for an overnight stay.

Highlights

Cycling around banana and coffee farms.

Meet the Chagga people and get a glimpse of their daily life.

Enjoy the Chagga traditional songs and dancing style.

Sample locally grown produce and traditional dishes.

Visit Chagga traditional house and taste banana beer.

Discover Lake Chala bordering Tanzania and Kenya.

Day 6

Lake Chala to Rau Forest, Moshi | 60 km.

A brief yet challenging ride to Rau forest reserve Moshi, tracing the lower road through Chekereni, pass through vibrant towns and pedaling through the Lower Moshi rice farms, and Rau Forest Reserve, Marvel at the vibrant green rice fields, vibrant villages on the rural areas in the Kilimanjaro low land areas before encounter playful black and white colobus monkeys at Rau forest, and cap off the day with a magical night at Rau Forest camping. Experience nature's wonders on two wheels!

Highlights

Cycling along breathtaking rice farm trails.

Meet locals on the way and learn about rice farming practices.

Enjoy local cuisine during the trip.

Enjoy the night side of Rau forest and wildlife.

Day 7

Rau Forest to Kikuletwa Hotsprings, Rundugai Village Cultural Center | 40 Km.

Conclude your cycling adventure, traversing the lower side of Kilimanjaro, riding through vibrant villages. Embark on a picturesque cycling journey through the enchanting Moshi sugar cane plantation, surrounded by the sweet aroma of sugar cane fields. Pedal your way to the rejuvenating Kikuletwa Hot Springs, where crystal-clear turquoise waters await. Revel in the perfect blend of nature, adventure, and relaxation on this unique cycling. A perfect swimming spring to end our cycling challenge.

Each day ensures a blend of cultural encounters, diverse landscapes, and a thrilling cycling experience around this iconic natural wonder. The tour culminates with a celebratory dinner, toasting your achievement in the heart of Moshi Town.