Bicycle Tours

PRICE:  from $35

Cycling does not get better than what is available in Tanzania. One of the best ways to explore Arusha and its surrounding villages is by bicycle. This gives you the freedom to explore quiet village roads and trails. In some areas like Manyara, cycling is a popular form of local transport. Most of these paths are nice and smooth and make for easy riding. Obviously there are more challenging routes for the adventurer. The mountain bike rides offer an ideal opportunity to get some fresh air and exercise and get a new perspective on the area and local life.

ARUSHA

Biking at Usa River and Tengeru Villages

This is a short and easy 2-hour ride mainly on single-track trails through the farming villages on the outskirts of Arusha. Most of this ride is flat and the tracks are moderate to good. You will encounter local Tanzanian farmers, kids and general farming communities. The ride is partly shaded.

  • Equipment: Merida and Titan mountain bikes and helmets
  • Strenuousness: medium
  • Time: mornings or afternoons
  • Price: $35 per person

 

Biking at Usa River, Tengeru village and Mount Meru (half day)

This 3-hour bike ride will take you through the farming villages of Usa River as well as Tengeru. You will also ride a bit up the lower slopes of Mount Meru, into the lush farms of these slopes. Most of the tracks are in moderate to good condition.

  • Equipment: Merida and Titan mountain bikes and helmets
  • Strenuousness: medium to high
  • Time: mornings or afternoons
  • Price: $47 per person

 

Biking at Usa River, Tengeru village and Mount Meru (full day)

This full day ride will take you through the farming villages of Usa River as well as Tengeru. You will also ride a bit up the lower slopes of Mount Meru, into the lush farms of these slopes. This ride will be strenuous with steep up and down tracks following forest trails. Most of the tracks are in moderate to good condition.

  • Equipment: Merida and Titan mountain bikes and helmets
  • Strenuousness: high
  • Time: morning till late afternoon
  • Price: $75 per person (incl. lunch)

MANYARA

Biking at Mto Wa Mbu village

You will enjoy a 2-hour mountain bike ride through the farming village of Mto Wa Mbu. On this ride you visit local farms, schools, church, milling machine, a local bar and enjoy the sights and sounds of this vibrant village.

  • Equipment: Merida and Titan mountain bikes and helmets
  • Strenuousness: medium
  • Time: mornings or afternoons
  • Price: $35 per person

 

Biking at Mto Wa Mbu and Great Rift Valley

Experience local cultures from your bike on a 3-hour mountain bike ride through the farming village of Mto Wa Mbu. You will visit local farms, schools, church, milling machine, a local bar and enjoy the sights and sounds of this vibrant village. Cycle to the lake shore where there are stunning vistas of the lake, the Rift Valley Wall and small herds of wildlife. The ride is on fairly flat single tracks. We can include a local lunch, in the middle of the village (price $30).
 

  • Equipment: Merida and Titan mountain bikes and helmets
  • Strenuousness: medium
  • Time: mornings or afternoons
  • Price: $60 per person
  • Bikes and helmets are provided
  • An experienced mountain biking guide leads all rides.

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    The above excursion can be included in your tour itinerary or booked as a standalone activity for visitors to Arusha.  Contact us now to get started!

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