Overview
This is a fast and furious 3-night tour for someone that wants to see as much as possible in just a few nights. This tour will involve views of Kilimanjaro, swimming in natural hot springs, interactions with the local Maasai people, and lots of wildlife. Not to mention, a great mix of on-road and off-road riding!
Highlights
- Starts and ends in Arusha
- Visit Chemka Hot Springs
- Materuni Village in Moshi
- Ride through local villages including Sanya Ju
- Opportunity for wildlife spotting during the tour
- Experience the warm hospitality of local people
- 3 nights accommodation
Itinerary
Day 1: Arusha to West Kilimanjaro (~105 kilometers / 65 miles)
Leave iRideArusha HQ and take secret backroads to Chemka Hot Springs for a relaxing dip. Continue through Maasai lands, visiting Bibi Mare’s village in Sanya Juu, before arriving at a working farm lodge beneath the lush western slopes of Kilimanjaro
Day 2: West Kilimanjaro to Lake Natron (~238 kilometers / 148 miles)
Ride across the Great Rift Valley, encountering Maasai communities, abundant wildlife, and dramatic landscapes. Arrive at an eco-lodge beside Lake Natron, where you can explore the striking alkaline lake and its flamingos in the late afternoon
Day 3: Lake Natron to Karatu (~135 kilometers / 84 miles)
Enjoy a leisurely ride from Natron into the highlands, passing the Rift Valley plains and Maasai villages. Arrive in Karatu and indulge in a curated Tanzanian coffee tasting overlooking the Ngorongoro Crater with optional cultural visits or local excursions
Day 4: Karatu to Arusha via Mungu Crater (~135 kilometers / 84 miles)
On the final riding day, stop at the impressive volcanic Mungu Crater for panoramic views, then return to Arusha on scenic roads. Enjoy a farewell lunch as you wrap up the tour.
Ride Details
- Terrain
- A balanced mix of tarmac, gravel, and off-road roads through varied terrain.
- Bike
- rental bike, included (Kibo)
- Mileage
- ~717 km / 446 miles, over 4 riding days
- Daily rides
- 105 - 238 kilometers / 65 - 148 miles
- Riding gear
- not included, please bring your riding gear
- Meals
- all meals included
What's included
- English / Swahili-speaking motorcycle tour guide
- Kibo 250CC motorcycle with insurance
- 3 nights of accommodation
- Full board
- Fuel
- Park entry fees
Not included
- Airfare
- Airport / hotel transfers (can be arranged at an extra cost)
- Tips / gratuities to the guide and at lodges
- Soda / alcohol
Accommodation
You will stay in family-run lodges in lush natural environments. Eat amazing local food and learn about Chagga and Maasai culture while enjoying fantastic views of Mt. Kilimanjaro and Mt. Meru.
Food
Meals included:
Getting There
This motorcycle tour takes place in Tanzania. Starting from Arusha we will ride through back roads to Chemka Hot Springs and cool off in the natural geo-thermal waters. We will continue on to the foothills of Kilimanjaro to Materuni Village to sleep. On day 2, we will ride around the east-side of Kilimanjaro with twisty mountain roads and a very fun off-road sectiond. On day 3, we will go to Endui
