Embark on a thrilling 16-day African mountain biking cycling safari in Kenya. Explore local villages, encounter traditional tribesmen, and witness breathtaking scenery and wildlife. Challenge yourself and experience the beauty of Africa on two wheels!
Embark on a thrilling 16-day African mountain biking cycling safari in Kenya. Explore local villages, encounter traditional tribesmen, and witness breathtaking scenery and wildlife. Challenge yourself and experience the beauty of Africa on two wheels!
Arrive in Nairobi
Giraffe Centre - Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be transferred to Eka Nairobi Hotel. Later, our “Meet and Greet” team will brief you on your safari itinerary, and you’ll have the option to visit the Giraffe Center to interact with the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Dinner and overnight stay at Eka Nairobi Hotel; Meal Plan…
Arrive in Nairobi
Giraffe Centre - Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be transferred to Eka Nairobi Hotel. Later, our “Meet and Greet” team will brief you on your safari itinerary, and you’ll have the option to visit the Giraffe Center to interact with the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Dinner and overnight stay at Eka Nairobi Hotel; Meal Plan – Bed and Breakfast
Nairobi - Suswa
Mount Suswa Conservancy - After breakfast, we head to the Great Rift Valley via the Ngong Hills, where you’ll start a 47-kilometer bike ride down the Rift Valley. The panoramic views of the valley floor, dotted with extinct volcanoes and long salty lakes, are unforgettable. Lunch is taken en route, and we arrive at the ranch in the mid-afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Suswa Ranch Resort.
Suswa Town - Narok Town
Narok - Depart Suswa Ranch Resort at 7:30 am, biking through Masai plains to Narok town (about 87 kilometers). Due to mountainous terrain, cycling will not cover the entire distance; we’ll likely bike 50 kilometers and then continue by safari vehicle to Narok, arriving in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Narok Seasons Hotel.
Narok Town - Masai Mara National Park
Maasai Mara National Reserve - After breakfast, we continue by safari vehicle to the Masai Mara National Park, arriving in time for lunch at our luxury lodge. An afternoon game drive is planned, returning to the lodge in the evening. Dinner and overnight at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge; Meal Plan – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Masai Mara
Maasai Mara National Reserve - Since cycling is not allowed in the park, we’ll go on game drives in our customized safari van. Morning and afternoon game drives will allow us to see the diverse wildlife here. Maasai Mara Game Reserve is Kenya’s premier wildlife sanctuary. Dinner and overnight at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge; Meal Plan – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Masai Mara - Nakuru
Lake Nakuru National Park - After breakfast, depart the Mara region for Nakuru Town. After check-in and lunch at Nakuru Sarova Hotel, we’ll take a cycling tour to Lake Nakuru. Dinner and overnight at Sarova Hotel; Meal Plan – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Nakuru - Bogoria
Lake Bogoria - After breakfast, we begin a 50-kilometer ride crossing the equator to Lake Bogoria, arriving in time for lunch. The road to Bogoria is not busy, with gentle slopes making it a fun ride. A backup car will carry lunch, bottled water, an extra bicycle, a full repair kit, and a repairman. An evening game drive is planned in the park, returning to the lodge in the evening. Dinner and overnight at Lake Bogoria Hotel and Spa; Meal Plan – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Lake Bogoria - Lake Baringo
Lake Baringo - After breakfast, we start a 30-kilometer ride to Lake Baringo, aiming to start early before it gets too hot. Despite the shorter distance, an 18-kilometer tough hill at the start can be draining. Arrive at Lake Baringo Lodge in time for lunch. Dinner and overnight at Lake Baringo Club Hotel; Meal Plan – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Lake Baringo - Kakamega
Kakamega Forest National Reserve - Drive to Kakamega tropical rainforest in western Kenya. The forest offers excellent bird walks, with opportunities to see monkeys and butterflies. Dinner and overnight at our lodge on the forest edge.
Kakamega
Kakamega Forest National Reserve - Enjoy a walking tour, paragliding, or road biking through the local countryside. Dinner and overnight at our lodge on the forest edge.
Kakamega - Kisumu
Kisumu - After breakfast, depart Kakamega Town for Kisumu City, covering 43 kilometers. Arrive in the early afternoon and take a city tour by bicycle, visiting the local museum, municipal market, and Dunga Beach for a sunset view over Lake Victoria. Dinner and overnight at Milimani Resort Hotel; Meal Plan – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Kisumu – Lwanda K’Otieno – Mbita Point
Mbita Point – Takawiri Island
Takawiri Island
Takawiri Island - Mbita Point – Homa Bay
Homa Bay - Nairobi
Nairobi - After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the mid-afternoon. Over ten days, you’ll have cycled over 230 kilometers, seen wildlife, met people, and visited various places. You’ll have crossed Lake Victoria, the largest freshwater lake in Africa, stayed on an island in the world’s second-largest freshwater inland lake, and traveled over 1,498 kilometers by road.
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Embark on a 16-day African Mountain Biking Cycling tour that leads you through the diverse landscape of Kenya. This adventure-rich nation offers the perfect environment for various outdoor pursuits. Many people are under the impression that the best way to explore nature is by vehicular conveyance, but we beg to differ. It is our belief that cycling…
Embark on a 16-day African Mountain Biking Cycling tour that leads you through the diverse landscape of Kenya. This adventure-rich nation offers the perfect environment for various outdoor pursuits. Many people are under the impression that the best way to explore nature is by vehicular conveyance, but we beg to differ. It is our belief that cycling provides a more immersive experience. Far from the hustle and bustle of crowded roads, your bike ride will take you through local villages, introducing you to traditional tribesmen, awe-inspiring vistas, and wildlife in their natural habitat. This safari presents a fulfilling challenge for anyone visiting Kenya. The country’s magnificent climate, scarcely utilized trails, and vigorous recreational and racing scene make it an exceptional destination for mountain biking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.