The land is leased from the local Maasai and is a true wilderness area with open plains, acacia woodland and above all, spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Contiguous with the Amboseli National Park, in Kenya, this unspoilt area has good populations of elephant as well as species such as lesser kudu, zebras, giraffes, impalas, gerenuk and striped hyena. As well as commitment to conservation and wildlife the concession works closely with the Maasai from whom the land is leased. A bike tour in this area is ideal for those discerning travelers looking for an unforgettable off-the-beaten-path adventure experience comprising of walking, photography, culture and scenery.
We add with a big cherry on top you get to enjoy a mountain biking Kilimanjaro in one day on your bike which perfectly completes a truly unforgettable adventure.
Path: Off road & paved road
Ride Overview: Private airport transfer to Moshi for bike fitting, equipment checks, and a comprehensive safety briefing.
Distance: N/A (Travel & Prep)
Altitude: 850 m – 900 m (2,788 ft – 2,952 ft)
Terrain: N/A
Meals & Stay: Breakfast included | Hotel in Moshi / Arusha
After arrival at Kilimanjaro airport we take a 40min transfer to our hotel situated just outside the town of Moshi, located on the lower slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro. We meet the team and go over the last trip details and prepare our bikes and gear equipment for the adventure ahead.
Ride Overview: Cross the open savanna of Enduimet WMA along wildlife corridors shared with elephants, giraffes, and Maasai communities, transitioning into greener lower slopes.
Distance: 40 km (25 miles)
Altitude Profile:
Starting Elevation: 1,100 m (3,608 ft)
Ending Elevation: 1,350 m (4,429 ft)
Elevation Gain: 300 m net climb
Terrain: Dirt and gravel roads, open single-track cattle paths, and compact dry clay.
Meals & Stay: Lunch & Dinner included | Wilderness Camping at Sinya Campsite
Our ride takes us through the Enduimet Wildlife Management Area which is one of Tanzania’s best kept secrets. Enduimet borders Amboseli National Park and serves as an important migratory route for wildlife including the African elephants and other animals. This area is inhabited primarily by the Maasai people but there are large populations of other tribes such as the Chagga, Meru and Pare people. Your ride starts off on the wide open plains dotted with acacia trees but it gets greener as you approach the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro where a lot of cultivation takes place. Your cycling tour today ends at Longido village which is situated on Maasai homesteads.
Ride Overview: Ascend through semi-arid scrublands into the rolling farmland of West Kilimanjaro, finishing with elevated views across wheat fields and Mount Meru.
Distance: 37 km (23 miles)
Altitude Profile:
Starting Elevation: 1,350 m (4,429 ft)
Ending Elevation: 1,750 m (5,741 ft)
Elevation Gain: 450 m net climb
Terrain: Hard-packed dirt roads, agricultural double-track, and sandy, rutted gravel trails.
Meals & Stay: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included | Lodge / Camping at Simba Farm
You will cycle through more arid open plains and acacia woodlands as you head up the foothills of the mountain towards West Kilimanjaro, your cycling tour today ends at Simba Farm which is situated on top of the vast wheat and barley fields overlooking the west Kilimanjaro plains
Ride Overview: A continuous high-altitude mountain climb through rainforest, heather, and moorland zones to the Shira Plateau, followed by a fast descent to the park gate.
Distance: 47 km (29 miles)
Altitude Profile:
Starting Elevation: 1,750 m (5,741 ft)
Peak Elevation: 3,800 m (12,467 ft) at Shira Plateau
Elevation Gain: 2,050 m climb followed by rapid descent
Terrain: Loose gravel, rocky volcanic tracks, moorland single-track, and steep forest fire-roads.
Meals & Stay: Breakfast & Lunch included | Transfer to Hotel
You will cycle through the forest zone followed by the heather and moorland zone as you head towards the helipad on the Shira Plateau. The area is very spectacular and offers some magnificent views of Mt Meru and the Great Rift Valley in general. Game is often sighted and the road features some striking vegetation changes ranging from forest, grassland, heath to moorland. Our route winds down to the National Park gate and we are met by our vehicle and transferred to Hotel. A well-earned shower is tantalizingly close.
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Activity Level: Moderate
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