6 Days Cycling from the chagga village to the bordering Kenya villages of Lerang’wa.

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6 Days Cycling from the chagga village to the bordering Kenya villages of Lerang’wa.

Day 1: Arrival

Upon arrival you will be picked at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transferred to hotel in or near Moshi. This day you will meet your guide who will brief you about your upcoming tour. Those arriving in the morning or afternoon will have ample time to go for a quick warming up ride at the nearby coffee plantation and surrounding villages.

Destination: Cycling Tour

Accomodation: Budget Lodge or Camps located in or near Moshi

           Meals & Drinks:

  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast is included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Main Destination:Kilimanjaro

Best Time To Visit

Any Time

High Season

Any Time

Best Weather

Any Time

Day2: Moshi to Marangu

Drive with guide and bikes to Kidia Village. From this high point commence the cycle through the Kilimanjaro rain forest to Marangu. On route, take in the picture postcard viewpoint at Mawa Seminary of Kilimanjaro with views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Camp for dinner and overnight at Marangu Hotel.
Distance covered 22 kilometers. 3-4 hours.

Destination: Cycling Tour

Accomodation: Budget Lodge or Camps located in or near Moshi

           Meals & Drinks:

  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast is included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Main Destination:Kilimanjaro

Best Time To Visit

Any Time

High Season

Any Time

Best Weather

Any Time

Day 3: Marangu to Lake Chala

Departing Marangu head northwards biking down with some ups to Ubaa Secondary School for overnight. There is a good view when at this school and with good sight you can see Lake Chala and Jipe to the other side of Kenya. You’ll also get a chance of meeting people around Kilimanjaro and to interact with them and learn few things. There are 28 kilometres from Marangu Hotel to Ubaa Secondary School, which takes 3-4 hours.

Destination: Cycling Tour

Accomodation: Budget Lodge or Camps located in or near Moshi

           Meals & Drinks:

  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast is included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Main Destination:Kilimanjaro

Best Time To Visit

Any Time

High Season

Any Time

Best Weather

Any Time

Day 4: Chala to Snow Cap Cottages

Cycle from Ubaa Secondary School to Snow Cap Cottages for overnight near the border with Kenya. The roads are somehow bumpy but with different view points. When you reach at Snow Cap cottages, on your West you can see beautiful artificial and natural forest and on your East you can see sunrise and Chyullu Hills of Kenya to the distance. There are 32 kilometers to cover which might take 4-5 hours.

Destination: Cycling Tour

Accomodation: Budget Lodge or Camps located in or near Moshi

           Meals & Drinks:

  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast is included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Main Destination:Kilimanjaro

Best Time To Visit

Any Time

High Season

Any Time

Best Weather

Any Time

Day 5: Snow Cap Cottages to Lerang’wa

Cycle from Snow Cap Cottages to Lerang’wa. It is the longest day though with a lot to be seen, you might get a chance of seeing wild animals like giraffes, zebras and gnu from Amboseli National Park in Kenya while they’re crossing the border to the Tanzania side and as you cross Amboseli forest. This is the land of the Masaai people, who you may meet along the road with their big herds of cattle. 

The scenery is spectacular during this section of the trip. The terrain is a little bit steep but most of it is down. Distance covered 47 kilometers in 5-7 hours. Overnight camp at Lerang’wa Secondary School.

Destination: Cycling Tour

Accomodation: Budget Lodge or Camps located in or near Moshi

           Meals & Drinks:

  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast is included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Main Destination:Kilimanjaro

Best Time To Visit

Any Time

High Season

Any Time

Best Weather

Any Time

Day 6: Lerang’wa to Moshi

This day seems to be a refreshing day though somehow long; there are 45 kilometers to be covered from Lerang’wa to Wiri primary school, passing through West Kilimanjaro, an area dominated by huge farms, mainly growing wheat. This area is cool and this part is mostly downhill so there’s relief after the previous long day. This day might take 3-4 hours.
Bike from Wiri Primary School to Boma N’gombe on the main Arusha to Moshi Road. There is 26 kilometers to cover though it is downhill. After 2-3 hours load the bikes into the vehicle and drive back to Moshi or to Kilimanjaro Airport for onward flight.

Destination: Cycling Tour

Accomodation: Budget Lodge or Camps located in or near Moshi

           Meals & Drinks:

  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast is included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Main Destination:Kilimanjaro

Best Time To Visit

Any Time

High Season

Any Time

Best Weather

Any Time

End of tour
  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
LOW SEASON ()
Type of accommodation 2 persons 4 persons 6+ persons
SILVER $ $ $
GOLD $ $ $
PLATINUM $ $ $

* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

MID SEASON ()
Type of accommodation 2 persons 4 persons 6+ persons
SILVER $ $ $
GOLD $ $ $
PLATINUM $ $ $

* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

HIGH SEASON ()
Type of accommodation 2 persons 4 persons 6+ persons
SILVER $ $ $
GOLD $ $ $
PLATINUM $ $ $

* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

Mapaka cycling holiday program in Tanzania near Kenyan border is unforgettable experiencing. This Tour will take you to the local village areas around Moshi, sights Mt Kilimanjaro in the Savannah area. This ride will take you through the fascinating (countryside), especially the northern Circuit.

Tour Features

3 days Tour

Accomodation is available for this Tour 

Private Tour 

This tour will be organized exclusively 

for you and won't be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be Customized

Changes for  accommodations and destinations 

can be requested for this tour.

Minimum age of 3 years

The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.

Activities & Transportation

  • · √Activities:  Mountain bike safaris
  • · √ Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle
  • · √ Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle & mountain bike
  • · √ A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

WHAT IS INCLUDED

  • All accommodations (three nights lodging; three nights camping)
  • All meals as indicated (B,L,D)
  • Bottled or filtered water, coffee, teas and cocoa
  • Services of trip leader, camping crew, and support vehicle
  • Use of Kona or Bergamont mountain bicycles and bicycle helmets
  • All camping and dining equipment (excluding sleeping bag)
  • Transfers to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport, Moshi, or Arusha

NOT INCLUDED

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Laundry services
  • Tips and Gratuities to driver guides

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Destination Package