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Mountain Kilimanjaro Biking – 8 Days MTB
Experience the spectacular landscapes of Mount Kilimanjaro on an unforgettable 8-day mountain biking adventure through the heart of Tanzania. This carefully designed MTB tour combines thrilling cycling, breathtaking scenery, local culture, wildlife, and authentic village experiences around Africa’s highest mountain.
Over the course of eight days, you will explore diverse landscapes ranging from fertile farmland and coffee-growing villages to forests, open countryside, and scenic trails with magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Each day offers a new adventure, with opportunities to interact with local communities, discover traditional ways of life, and enjoy the natural beauty of the Kilimanjaro region.
The route is designed for adventurous cyclists who want to experience Kilimanjaro from a different perspective. You will ride at a comfortable pace with professional guides and support throughout the journey, allowing you to enjoy the scenery while focusing on the adventure.
All accommodation and transportation are included, providing a comfortable and well-organized experience from arrival to departure. Whether you are an experienced mountain biker or an adventurous traveler looking for a unique way to discover Tanzania, this 8-day Kilimanjaro MTB adventure offers an unforgettable combination of cycling, nature, culture, and exploration.
- You visit
- Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)(Start) Kilimanjaro Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)(End)
- Highlights
- Mountain climbing,Volunteer,Walking safaris,Cycling safaris
- Vehicle used
Day 1: Kilimanjaro Airport to Moshi
A guide from Click Expedition meets you at Kilimanjaro airport and drives you to your hotel in Moshi. After you get settled, the team goes over all the details and preparation information for the bike expedition. The rest of the day is open for you to rest or walk around town and get familiar with the area.
Lunch
Day 2: Moshi to Kilema Camp
You'll get picked up from your hotel this morning and head to Marangu gate where permits get sorted out and you'll meet the porter team. After that, transfer takes you to Kilema gate, where your mountain bike expedition actually starts. The route goes through the rainforest in Mount Kilimanjaro National Park with lots of different plants, birds, and wildlife to see. By evening you reach Kilema camp at 2,980 meters/9,777 feet and sleep in tents.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kilema Camp
Day 3: Kilema Camp to Horombo Camp
Today's ride crosses through the semitropical foothills and then climbs a steep path up to Horombo camp at 3,700 meters/12,139 feet. From camp, the views of Mount Kilimanjaro are really nice, and you can see both peaks, Mawenzi and Kibo. You'll sleep in huts at the camp tonight.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Horombo Camp
Day 4: Kilema Camp to Horombo Camp
This day focuses on letting your body adjust to the altitude, which matters a lot for the expedition. After breakfast, you'll ride through the Alpine desert heading up to Mawenzi Hut before riding back down to Horombo camp. You'll stay another night at the camp to help with acclimatization.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Horombo Camp
Day 5: Horombo Camp to Kibo Base Camp
After breakfast, the ride takes you past the Senecio garden with its native tree species and through the Alpine desert. You'll follow the scenic path between Kibo and Mawenzi peaks. When you reach Kibo base camp, the guides brief you on what to expect for the summit attempt, then the afternoon is yours to rest and prepare.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kibo Base Camp
Day 6: Kibo Base Camp to Uhuru Peak to Horombo Camp
The summit push starts very early in the morning with a zig-zag climbing route up the mountain slopes. It takes roughly 2 hours to reach Hans Meyer's Cave, then the climb gets tougher with another 3 hours to Gilman's point. From there, porters bring your bike and you'll ride along the crater rim to Uhuru Peak at the summit, where you can see glaciers, Mount Meru, and views across Tanzania and Kenya. Depending on how you're feeling and what the guide recommends, you can either keep riding or walk. On the way back down, you stop at Kibo base camp for lunch, then continue riding down to Horombo camp.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Horombo Camp
Day 7: Horombo Camp to Kilema Gate to Moshi
After resting overnight, you have breakfast and then make your final ride down through moorland and rainforest to Kilema gate. From there, transfer takes you to Marangu gate for checkout, then on to your hotel in Moshi. Taking the bike back from Kilema gate is optional if you'd prefer.
Breakfast
Day 8: Moshi to Kilimanjaro Airport
Your transfer back to Kilimanjaro airport is included with your tour package.
Breakfast
Accommodation not included
