4 Day Tanzania Kilimanjaro Express Guided Motorcycle Tour

Overview

This beautiful four-day tour takes you around Africa’s highest peak. You will see this famous mountain from all sides. Most of the routes will be good gravel roads, with some challenging single tracks. There will also be some space for a morning safari in Mkomazi National Park.

Highlights

• Starts and ends in Arusha
• Guided motorcycle adventure around Mount Kilimanjaro through diverse landscapes and terrain
• Ride scenic gravel and off-road routes through Maasai land, forests, and mountain regions
• Wildlife encounters along the journey, including giraffes, zebras, and remote conservation areas
• Boat tour experience included for added exploration and scenic immersion
• Led by an experienced road captain providing first aid support and technical guidance
• 3 nights accommodation in hotels
• Third-party insurance is included for peace of mind throughout the tour

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arusha - Longido (230 km / 143 mi)

   Just outside of Arusha, the route turns onto a good gravel road. This road passes the Monduli Forest Reserve and a few local villages. Further on, it becomes less densely populated as the route continues onto a smaller road. As elevation increases, giraffes and some zebras can be spotted. This is Maasai land, and to the north, there is a view of their sacred Mount Gelai. The long dirt road ends at the asphalt road in Longido town.

2. Day 2: Longido - Marangu (210 km / 130 mi)

   A dusty gravel road leads through a large wildlife management area until reaching the tarmac road that circles the mountain. This is the western side of Kilimanjaro, and the ride continues toward the northern part along the Kenyan border. The road is in good condition. Optionally, an off-road shortcut through the forest at the foot of the mountain can be taken.

3. Day 3: Marangu - Same (154 km / 96 mi)

   After a short asphalt ride, the route enters the Pare Mountains. A dirt road leads around the back of the range and climbs up using a small track with spectacular views over Lake Jipe and the Kenyan side. For experienced riders, there is an optional single track through the forest.

4. Day 4: Same - Arusha (254 km / 158 mi)

   Early morning departure is available for those who wish to visit Mkomazi National Park. This park receives few visitors and is less well-known than other parks in the country, yet it offers excellent wildlife viewing. Sightings of the Big Five within a short time are possible. In the afternoon, the ride returns to Arusha via the main road with a few off-road shortcuts.

Ride Details

Terrain

asphalt, with a third of the route on unpaved roads

Bike

rental bike (Kibo 250)

Mileage

848 kilometers / 527 miles

Daily rides

154 - 254 kilometers / 96 - 158 miles

Riding gear

not included: helmet (with visor or a good pair of glasses), motorcycle jacket with protection, gloves, (motorcycle) trousers with protection or separate knee armour, sturdy high (mountain) boots, sunglasses, lip balm, and sunscreen

Meals

half board

Accommodation

During the tour, you will stay in a variety of accommodations, ranging from eco-lodges to locally owned Tanzanian hotels.

Food

Lunch will be served at simple local restaurants along the route, where locals commonly dine. Dinner will be a more substantial meal enjoyed at the hotel’s restaurant.

Getting There

The Tanzania Kilimanjaro Express tour takes place in northern Tanzania, a region defined by vast savannahs, wildlife-rich national parks, and the iconic presence of Mount Kilimanjaro—the highest peak in Africa. [+](https://www.tripaneer.com/zebra-trails/4-day-tanzania-kilimanjaro-express-guided-motorcycle-tour# "Zoom in") [−](https://www.tripaneer.com/zebra-trails/4-day-tanzania-kilimanjaro-expres