6 Day Cycling
Experience a unique 6-day adventure starting in Moshi with visits to Chagga caves, waterfalls, and coffee plantations. Enjoy a bike ride to Kikuletwa Hot Springs, followed by walks through Maasai villages and wildlife-rich landscapes around Longido, Kitumbeini, and Nagarirat. Conclude with a return to Arusha, exploring the city before your departure. This journey offers an authentic blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty.
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day
1
Arrival in Moshi
Evening: Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your chosen accommodation in Moshi for an overnight stay.
Day
2
Exploring the Foot of Kilimanjaro
Morning: Begin your journey in Moshi, a charming city in northern Tanzania with a blend of African and Asian influences. Visit the impressive Chagga caves and the beautiful waterfalls of Materuni and Kuringa in the village of Marangu, located at the foot of Kilimanjaro.
Afternoon: Continue your exploration with a visit to the local coffee plantations, learning about the process of growing and producing coffee.
Day
3
A Cycling Adventure to Chemka Hot Springs
Morning: After an early breakfast, embark on a cycling journey to Chemka Hot Springs, a paradisiacal oasis in the Tanzanian savannah. Enjoy the captivating views, crystal-clear water, and dense vegetation. Bring a packed lunch and spend the rest of the day swimming and relaxing.
Afternoon: Enjoy views of Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear day. Transfer by car to your accommodation in Momella, located on the edge of Arusha Park.
Day
4
A Trek to Longido Camp
Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a drive to Mount Longido. Embark on a trek to your first safari camp, enjoying a delicious lunch after approximately three hours of walking.
Afternoon: Relax at camp. In the evening, take a short walk to the Longido plains, where you may encounter animals such as hyenas, elephants, gazelles, and zebras.
Day
5
A Walk Through Maasai Country
Morning: After a short drive, embark on a 10-kilometer walk through the Kitumbeine Maasai village to your next safari camp. Keep an eye out for giraffes, zebras, and deer along the way.
Afternoon: Experience the friendly local life of the Maasai community, observing children with their livestock and the villages. Arrive at your camp, located in a small village on the flanks of the Kitumbeine volcano, where you will enjoy delicious meals, drinks, and stories by the campfire.
Day
6
A Day of Scenic Walks and Wildlife Encounters
Morning: Embark on a 10-kilometer walk to Kitumbeine viewpoint, enjoying stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, and the surrounding mountains.
Afternoon: Drive to the Nagarirat Swamp, located at the foot of Oldonyo Lengai. Enjoy lunch and a leisurely walk around the swamp, observing giraffes, gazelles, and ostriches.
Evening: Continue to your safari camp, situated higher on the mountain, for a beautiful sunset and a relaxing evening under the African skies.
Day
7
Return to Arusha
Morning: Transfer from Nagarirat back to Arusha, where you will be dropped off at your lodge.
Afternoon/Evening: Enjoy the afternoon and evening exploring Arusha at your leisure.