Cycle to Materuni Waterfalls
# of Days: 1
Total Distance: 14km (uphill)
Path: Off road & paved road
Highlights: Hiking to the waterfalls, Swimming, Cultural experience and Meeting chagga people
We will ride up on to the slopes of Kilimanjaro, to the village of Materuni, approximately 1,600m above sea level. This lush rainforest region is known for producing some of the best coffee in East Africa. Start the day with a visit to a small coffee farm and learn about how the coffee is grown, harvested and processed locally. Try your own hand at processing, roasting and preparing a fresh cup of coffee in the local Chagga way. Once you have finished enjoying your coffee break while getting the history of Chagga people
After Lunch we will hike to the beautiful waterfalls on materuni village where you can swim, On the way you will enjoy the view of Mount kilimanjaro and testing a chagga local brew known as BANANA BEER.
Included:
– Packed lunch/ Traditional hot lunch
– Snacks and fruits
– Water 1.5 liters per person
– Mountain bikes & Helmets
– Tour guide
– Pick up from Hotel
– Cycling fees and All entry fees
Not Included:
– Tip (Much appreciated)
– Accommodation at the lodge or hotel
– Personal items
Cycle Hot Springs
# of Days: 1
Total Distance: 22km
Path: Off road / dirt road
Highlights: Swimming, amazing scenery
We’ll pick you up from your hotel in the morning for the long ride to the Chemka Hot Springs. The road is bumpy and windy, so hang on! During the ride, don’t forget to enjoy the wonderful scenery and authentic Tanzanian life as it unfolds along the road.
When we arrive, you’re free to be you. Linger at the edge of the springs, taking in the blue, blue waters and the lush green of the surrounding forest. Take a leisurely swim (don’t forget that the water is not truly warm, so you won’t feel like an Olympic sprint) or float in a world that’s all your own, listening to the water lapping and the birds overhead but rather refreshing since the water source is from the Kilimanjaro mountain itself.. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not play on the rope swing? Playing isn’t just for kids!
The pond can be very deep, in some places up to 8 meters, but the water is so clear that you can see right to the bottom. Eat your lunch in the shade of the trees or, find a hot spot all your own. You’ve plenty of time to spot the wildlife that also enjoy the Chemka Hot Springs.
Included:
– Packed lunch/ Traditional hot lunch
– Snacks and fruits
– Water 1.5 liters per person
– Mountain bikes & Helmets
– Tour guide
– Pick up from Hotel
– Cycling fees and All entry fees
Not Included:
– Tip (Much appreciated)
– Accommodation at the lodge or hotel
– Personal items
Rau Forest Cycling Tour
# of Days: 1
Total Distance: 30km
Path: Off road & paved
Highlights: Cycling through sugar cane plantation ,Beautiful scenery, Cycling through Rice fields, Ride in the forest, Colobus monkeys can be seen, Visiting the old railway station
We will ride through the TPC sugar cane plantation area with its small farms and houses. You’ll cycle through Sugar cane plantation, mosques and churches. Your journey takes you to the nearby rice fields, where you’ll make a stop and if you wish can lend a helping hand to the field workers. Afterwards you will have a better understanding how much hard work goes into one sack of rice. You continue the bike ride through the Rau Forest, a natural beauty just behind the city of Moshi. Watch out for Colobus monkeys in the tree crowns with their long fluffy tails. As you cycle through this never-ending jungle, listen carefully to the animal sounds.
Our last stop of the day is at the old railway station, remains from the German colonial time. You will feel like you are on 1900s film set and can still sense the bustling energy this magical place used to have roughly hundred years ago. With a little bit of luck, you have the best view on Kilimanjaro while sipping a cold Kilimanjaro beer from the rail station bar, reflecting on today’s incredible adventure. Our guide will take you back to your accommodation, where you can stretch your legs and arms after a day on Tanzania’s rough roads.
Included
– Packed lunch/ Traditional hot lunch
– Snacks and fruits
– Water 1.5 liters per person
– Mountain bikes & Helmets
– Tour guide
– Pick up from Hotel
– Cycling fees and All entry fees
Not Included
– Tip (Much appreciated)
– Accommodation at the lodge or hotel
– Personal items
West Kilimanjaro Cycling Adventure
# of Days: 2
Path: Off road
Highlights: Amazing scenery, Cycling on Mt Kilimanjaro and Abundant wildlife
Day 1
Drive from Moshi – Ngare Village and Cycle from Sinya village to Enduimet.
Accommodation: Camping at Enduimet Campsite
Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included Distance: 40km
Our ride
today 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 and overlooking the west Kilimanjaro plains.
Day 2
Enduimet – Sanya – Moshi.
Road Surface: Tarmac and dirt road
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner included
Distance: 85km
You will be wrapping up your last day of cycling by traversing the villages and plantations on the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The first half of the ride will be comprised of several steep ascents and descents. You will cycle through the suburbs and outskirts of Kilimanjaro on the back roads as you head towards to the Hotel which marks the end of your incredible 2-day journey around West Kilimanjaro, on two wheels. You will seal of the evening with a nice celebratory dinner and sparkling wine to toast to your successful.Ends of our 2-day Cycling Adventure.
Included
-All 3 meals (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner)
-Snacks and fruits
-Complimentary 3 liters of mineral water (per biker) for the first day on your Bike adventure and 3 litres
of purified water per person per day
-Mountain bikes & Helmets
-Pick up from Airport/ Transfer to Aiport
-Accommodation before and after the trip
-Camping gears like Quality Tents, mattress , Chairs and Tables
-Support vehicle (Backup vehicle)
-Oclaa Adventures T-shirts
-Tour guide(s) ,Bike Mechanic ,Driver and Cook
-Village fees, Camping fees, WMA fees (Wildlife management Conservation Area) ,Cycling fees and All
entry fees
-Complete First Aid kit (for use in emergencies only)
-Tour guide equipped with a Pulse Oximeter, used to take blood-oxygen level readings of clients twice a
day
Not Included
-Compulsory tips for Guide, Bike mechanic, Driver and Cook
-Sleeping bag, (You can rent if you don’t have when you arrive in Moshi)
-Items of a personal nature
-Entry visa for Tanzania .
-Health requirements (Yellow Fever – only compulsory if you travel to Tanzania via a Yellow Fever
infected country, Meningitis & Hepatitis A remains optional, but comes recommended)
-Optional but highly recommended travel and medical insurance.
-Personal medicine
Kilimanjaro Base Cycling Adventure 360 Degree
# of Days: 6
Total Distance: 370km
Path: Off road & paved road
Highlights: Amazing scenery, Maasai culture, wildlife can be seen
Day 1
Arrive in Tanzania
Overnight Stay:Keys Hotel
Meals: Dinner included
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transferred to Keys Hotel near Moshi town situated on the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Today you will meet your guide who will brief you about your upcoming tour and together you will do the bike fitting. For those arriving on the morning or afternoon flight, you will have ample time to go for a quick test ride through the nearby coffee plantation and surrounding villages
.Day 2
Moshi – Tingatinga Village.
Distances: 72 km
Overnight stay: Olpopongi Maasai Village.
Road Surface:Tarmac,dirt and gravel road.
Meals:Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner Included.
Our ride
today takes us from the greener southern side of Mt. Kilimanjaro towards the more arid western side of the mountain. Your ride
today will initially take you through coffee and banana plantations as you cycle through the more fertile areas of southern Kilimanjaro but as you head west you will cycle through the more arid open plains and acacia woodlands. These plains support a remarkable variety of wildlife and spectacular views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. While Moshi is home the Chagga people west Kilimanjaro plains are home to the nomadic Maasai people who co-exist with the surrounding wildlife and it is why this area is known as the Maasai Lands. Your ride
today will be on both dirt and tarmac roads and you will finish the ride at the Ngabobo village where you will be spending the night
.Day 3
Tingatinga Maasai Village – Simba Farm.
Distances: 30 km abd gravel road.
Meals:Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner Included.
Road Surface:Tarmac,dirt
Overnight stay: Camping at Simba. Farms/Tents.
Our ride
today 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. 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 Simba Farm which is situated on top of the vast wheat and barley fields overlooking the west Kilimanjaro plains
.Day 4
Simba Farm – Nalemoru Village
Road Surface: Tarmac and dirt road
Accommodation: Camping at Snowcap Cottages
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Distance: 66km
Today you will be cycling towards the north east side of Mt. Kilimanjaro to Nalemoru village near the Kenyan border. Nalemoru village is where the Rongai route up Kilimanjaro starts off. Your ride
today takes you through beautiful open farmlands with breathtaking views of the west Kilimanjaro plains behind you. You will cycle through several vibrant towns as you head up the foothills of the mountain towards the Rongai forest. Your ride
today ends at the Snowcap Cottages which are nestled right on the edge of the Rongai forest. On a clear day you can enjoy amazing views of Kilimanjaro’s Kibo and Mawenzi peaks
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Day 5
Nalemoru Village – Lake Chala.
Road Surface: Tarmac and dirt road
Accommodation: Camping at Lake Challa Campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Distance: 64km
Today you will enjoy a downward hill ride towards the beautiful Lake Chala, a crater lake lying right on the border between Kenya and Tanzania. Lake Chala is one of Tanzania’s hidden gems. Fed entirely by underground springs from Mt Kilimanjaro, the turquoise blue and green waters are surrounded by diverse plants, trees and wildlife. The camp where you will be spending the night is situated on the edge of this mystical caldera lake, against a dramatic volcanic backdrop providing the perfect place to unwind and absorb the serenity and tranquility of the area
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Day 6
Lake Chala – Marangu Village.
Road Surface: Tarmac and dirt road
Accommodation: Camping at Marangu Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Distance: 29km
Today’s ride will be short but challenging as you ride up to Marangu village in the foothills of Kilimanjaro. As you cycle through Marangu village you will pass banana and coffee plantations along the way as well as the friendly Chagga people who will be waving and shouting “Jambo!” as you cycle by. Before getting to your camp you will take a detour to the iconic Ndoro waterfalls where you can stretch your legs and walk down to the base of the waterfalls. While here, a local Chagga guide will give you a brief history of the area and assent Chagga cave, the people, their traditions, and customs as well as the mystical legend about the waterfalls. After spending some time refreshing by the waterfalls you will finish the last downhill stretch of your ride towards the camp where you will be spending the night.
Day 7
Marangu Vilagge – Moshi.
Road Surface: Tarmac and dirt road
Accommodation: Lodging at Keys Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
Distance: 49km
You will be wrapping up your last day of cycling by traversing the villages and plantations on the slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro. The first half of the ride will be comprised of several steep ascents and descents followed by a second half which is a gradual downhill ride towards the bustling and vibrant Moshi Town. You will cycle through the suburbs and outskirts of Moshi Town on the back roads as you head towards the Keys Hotel which marks the end of your incredible 6-day journey around Mt. Kilimanjaro, on two wheels. You will seal of the evening with a nice celebratory dinner and sparkling wine to toast to your achievement.
Day 8
Depart Tanzania.
Meals: Breakfast Included.The day is left free to wind down before your flight home or you can proceed with Safaris Depending on flight times you could go and explore Moshi town or some National Parks for one-two days and grab some souvenirs before heading to the airport.
Included
-All 3 meals (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner)
-Snacks and fruits
-Complimentary 3 liters of mineral water (per biker) for the first day on your Bike adventure and 3 litres
of purified water per person per day
-Mountain bikes & Helmets
-Pick up from Airport/ Transfer to Aiport
-Accommodation before and after the trip
-Camping gears like Quality Tents, mattress , Chairs and Tables
-Support vehicle (Backup vehicle)
-Oclaa Adventures T-shirts
-Tour guide(s) ,Bike Mechanic ,Driver and Cook
-Village fees, Camping fees, WMA fees (Wildlife management Conservation Area) ,Cycling fees and All
entry fees
-Complete First Aid kit (for use in emergencies only)
-Tour guide equipped with a Pulse Oximeter, used to take blood-oxygen level readings of clients twice a
day
Not Included
-Compulsory tips for Guide, Bike mechanic, Driver and Cook
-Sleeping bag, (You can rent if you don’t have when you arrive in Moshi)
-Items of a personal nature
-Entry visa for Tanzania .
-Health requirements (Yellow Fever – only compulsory if you travel to Tanzania via a Yellow Fever
infected country, Meningitis & Hepatitis A remains optional, but comes recommended)
-Optional but highly recommended travel and medical insurance.
-Personal medicine
West Kilimanjaro Bike Park Safari
# of Days: 1
Total Distance: 49km
Path: Off road / dirt road
Highlights: Abundant wildlife, Maasai culture and Amazing scenery
At 0700hrs you will be transferred from your hotel in Moshi to Simba Farm where you will start your bike tour. Your cycle today starts with a downhill slope through the farm as you head toward the main rough road. You follow the main rough road through the Ngare Nairobi village and cycle along the Ndarakwai Conservancy border towards the West Kilimanjaro airstrip. You then follow the main dirt road towards the Tinga Tinga village. You will then proceed south towards the Ngabobo Village cycling through the dry and arid open grasslands, an environment completely different from the lush, green slopes of Mt. Kilimanjaro which you have left behind. Wildlife such as wildebeest, giraffes, zebra and elands can be seen on this section of the ride. The final part of the path is a gradual ascent on a gravel road as you cycle through the Ngabobo Village towards the Maasai Lodge where the tour ends. You will then be transferred back to your hotel.
Included
-Packed lunch/ Traditional hot lunch
-Snacks and fruits
-Water 1.5 liters per person
-Mountain bikes & Helmets
-Friendly and professional English guide & driver
-Pick up from your accommodation in Moshi
-Cycling fees
-Support Vehicle (Backup Vehicle)
Not Included
-Tip to your guide and driver (Much appreciated)
-Accommodation at the lodge or hotel
-Personal items
Cycle to Lake Chala “the hidden gem”
# of Days: 4
Path: Off road & paved road
Highlights: Amazing scenery, Cycling at the base of Mt Kilimanjaro ,Wildlife can be seen like monkeys, Canoe and swimming, Hiking
Day 1
Arrive in Tanzania
Accommodation: Keys Hotel
Meals: Lunch included
You will be picked up at the Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) and transferred to Hotel near Moshi town situated on the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Today you will meet your guide who will brief you about your upcoming tour and together you will do the bike fitting. For those arriving on the morning or afternoon flight, you will have ample time to go for a quick test ride through moshi town or Forest .
Day 2
Moshi to Lake Challa.
Distance: 38km
Lake Challa, a hidden gem, a perfect place to relax and unwind from the busy city life. The remote caldera lake on the border of Tanzania & Kenya is only 55km from Moshi and therefore the perfect get away for a day. Pure tranquility and beautiful nature await you at the lake. Explore the area on one of the many possible hikes, swim in the crystal clear water, kayak across borders or simply enjoy the stunning vistas of an untouched Africa. In the morning your guide will pick you up from your accommodation. You will ride the bicycle to Lake Challa Safari Camp with a packed lunch box and drinking water. Upon arrival you will see the beautiful private game reserve overlooking the crater lake. Our guide will take you down to the lake. Spend the day swimming, exploring, kayaking (optional). You will experience the natural beauties of the green scenery, landscape and will also have the opportunity to meet local people doing their daily activity. There is a very high possibility of spotting the baboon monkey, velvet monkey, blue monkey, and many different birds, that live in this wonderful savannah land. overnight in camping site. There is a bar that serves alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages and a restaurant that serves snacks and main meals.
Day 3
Lake Challa to Marangu gate
Distance: 24km
Immerse yourself in the history Marangu and its people. Marangu, at the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro, is a small town with a great amount of history and ancient traditions. Get carried away by the Chagga tribe, unique rainforest landscape and coffee growing insides. This tour has it all: action, tradition and culinary. In the morning we ride our bicycle to Marangu Gate (1900m), the starting point for all Kilimanjaro treks via the Marangu Route. You will have the opportunity to take pictures of the mighty Kilimanjaro and get a sense of the spirit of the mountain. The area around Marangu is home to the local Chagga tribe and you will learn all about their history and traditions on this full day excursion. Our second stop will be visit a small coffee farm, where you will learn about how the coffee is grown, harvested and processed locally. Try your own hand at processing, roasting and preparing a fresh cup of coffee. Once you have finished enjoying your coffee break, we will depart for the Ndoro Waterfalls. Our hike to the base of the waterfall will lead us through lush green landscape and the descend takes approximately 1 hour. Here you have the opportunity to relax and take a refreshing bath in the pool of the waterfall. Another highlight will be the visit to the Chagga Underground Caves and the Chagga Live Museum. In times of drought the Maasai migrated up the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro, in search of food and water. They enslaved and killed the local Chagga people. In defense of these attacks the Chagga built an extensive network of underground caves. Your guide will lively illustrate you the conflict while you visit the caves. We then continue to spend some time at the Chagga Live Museum, a small outdoor museum, which will give you further insides into traditional chagga life. Our tour also includes a chagga culinary taste, when we stop for lunch in a small restaurant. Here you will be served a traditional hot meal, later you will also have the chance to try the local spirits such as banana beer and wine. Camping at Marangu Hotel
Day 4
Marangu to Moshi
Distance: 47km
In the morning will make our way back to Moshi, passing through the different villages at the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Included:
-All 3 meals (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner)
-Snacks and fruits
-Complimentary 3 liters of mineral water (per biker) for the first day on your Bike adventure and 3 litres
of purified water per person per day
-Mountain bikes & Helmets
-Pick up from Airport/ Transfer to Aiport
-Accommodation before and after the trip
-Camping gears like Quality Tents, mattress , Chairs and Tables
-Support vehicle (Backup vehicle)
-Oclaa Adventures T-shirts
-Tour guide(s) ,Bike Mechanic ,Driver and Cook
-Village fees, Camping fees, WMA fees (Wildlife management Conservation Area) ,Cycling fees and All
entry fees
-Complete First Aid kit (for use in emergencies only)
-Tour guide equipped with a Pulse Oximeter, used to take blood-oxygen level readings of clients twice a
day
Not Included:
-Compulsory tips for Guide, Bike mechanic, Driver and Cook
-Sleeping bag, (You can rent if you don’t have when you arrive in Moshi)
– Items of a personal nature
-Entry visa for Tanzania .
-Health requirements (Yellow Fever – only compulsory if you travel to Tanzania via a Yellow Fever
infected country, Meningitis & Hepatitis A remains optional, but comes recommended)
-Optional but highly recommended travel and medical insurance.
– Personal medicine
