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Tanzania Cycle Safari Overview

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See the real Africa on an epic cycle safari through Tanzania.

Visit Africa and take a once in a lifetime cycle safari through the wild and rugged beauty of Tanzania. Ride across endless plains, through authentic villages and alongside sprawling coffee plantations. Explore the natural wildlife sanctuary of the Ngorongoro Crater and wide open plains of the Serengeti, where lion prides roam. Visit an impressive active volcano at Ol Doinyo Lengai, spot brightly-coloured local tribes people and loll about on the banks of Lake Natron. Unforgettable, breathtaking, awesome - Africa is yours to discover.

  • An exciting and challenging ride to remote and wild parts of Tanzania
  • Spot the Big Five on safari through the vast Serengeti plains
  • Explore the 'lost world' inside Ngorongoro Crater
  • Cycle in the shadow of volcanoes and crater lakes
  • See the red-clad Maasai grazing their cattle
  • Watch happy hippos frolic in the mud

Tanzania Cycle Safari Summary

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Day 1 Arusha

Situated close to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Mount Kilimanjaro, Arusha is a relaxed, friendly city with a wealth of famous sites on its doorstep.

Day 2 Mezerani

Cycle through the Monduli Mountains and see the black cotton earth rolling by. Weave through Maasai villages and camp at Snake Park.

Day 3 Mto Wa Mbu

Watch for giraffes, ostrich and gazelles on a ride across rambling Masai plains towards the Great Rift Valley. Camp overnight at the edge of Mto Wa Mbu.

Days 4-5 Lake Manyara / Rift Valley

Saddle up early and head for the colourful playground of Lake Manyara, teeming with pink flamingos, zebras and wildebeest. Cycle through a dense banana plantation, meet friendly locals in a Maasai village and perhaps climb the Rift Valley escarpment for breathtaking views. At night, fall asleep to the night sounds of monkeys and baboons.

Day 6 Ngorongoro Crater

Descend to floor of the Ngorongoro Crater to see lions, elephants, buffalo, rhino and maybe even a leopard. Camp on the crater's rim.

Days 7-9 Serengeti

Marvel at the ancient Olduvai Gorge where the remains of some of man's earliest ancestors have been found. Try to spot the Big Five on safari in the Serengeti.

Days 10-11 Lake Natron & Ol Doinyo Lengai

See bright-orange clad Songo tribesmen tending their herds and enjoy a thrilling descent to Lake Natron. Camp by the lake, spot birdlife and perhaps cool off in a nearby waterfall.

Days 12-13 Arusha

See the foothills and open plains roll by on the way back to Arusha. Pick up some souvenirs or relax poolside while reliving stories from this amazing African adventure.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Arusha, Tanzania

  • Finish:

    Arusha, Tanzania

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 16

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners

  • Accommodation:

    Camping (with basic facilities) (10 nts), Hotel (2 nts)

  • Transport:

    4x4, Bicycle

  • Included activities:

    Ngorongoro Crater - Game drive, Serengeti - Game drive

  • Notes:

    1. Please note that a variance in our standard booking conditions applies to this trip. Departures may only be confirmed 4 weeks before the scheduled start date of your trip, rather than the standard 60 days. We recommend that you make no non-refundable travel arrangements until your trip has been confirmed.
    2. You may bring your own bike, or hire one at additional cost. Your sales consultant will be able to advise the cost for bike hire. Please see Trip Notes (Important Notes) for details.
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