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Tanzania Bike & Hike Safaris

Overview

Combine thrilling adventure with Tanzania’s spectacular wildlife on our Bike & Hike Safaris. Perfect for active travelers, these tours allow you to explore national parks, scenic trails, and local communities up close and personally.

Whether pedaling through the plains of Tarangire, hiking the slopes of Mount Meru, or trekking along the Serengeti, our guided tours offer unique, immersive experiences away from crowded game drives.

Why Choose Bike & Hike Safaris
  • Active Exploration: Cycle or trek through Tanzania’s iconic landscapes.
  • Close Wildlife Encounters: Experience animals on foot or by bike in controlled, safe environments.
  • Immersive Cultural Experiences: Visit local Maasai villages and rural communities.
  • Custom Adventure Itineraries: Choose difficulty, distance, and park combinations that suit your style.
  • Expert Guides & Support: Experienced guides ensure safety, navigation, and insider knowledge.

Best time to visit: All year round

7-Day Bike & Hike Safari in Tanzania – Day-by-Day Itinerary

This 7-day Bike & Hike Safari combines cycling through scenic parks, walking safaris, and cultural experiences, offering an active and immersive way to explore Tanzania’s iconic wildlife and landscapes. Perfect for adventure travellers who want to experience the country beyond standard game drives.

STAY: MAASAI LODGE [FULL BOARD]
We will be waiting for your arrival at the Kilimanjaro international airport to move to the Maasai lands where we will enjoy the company of our friends on our first night in Africa.

A difficult experience to forget where we will learn a little about this mythical tribe of brave warriors.

STAY: BURUDIKA MANYARA LODGE [FULL BOARD]
Early, after breakfast, we will depart in our vehicle, to the Arusha National Park where we will first enjoy a game drive in search of animals passing through the jungle and lakes through this beautiful park.

After lunch we will make a short and easy safari on foot within the park itself, next to an armed ranger. We will transport you to a lush tropical forest, full of magical sounds and in which we will have the opportunity to cross with its fauna to the base of the most beautiful waterfall of the park, only accessible for the most adventurous and in which, we will be able to see and contemplate the wildlife that roams in its surroundings. The most courageous you can cool off in its crystalline but cold direct waters of the Meru volcano.

STAY: SPECIAL CAMP EMPAKAAI [FULL BOARD]
After a potent breakfast we will move by vehicle to the entrance to Nainokanoka, where we will begin the hiking trail in the inhospitable crater Olmoti, up to a viewpoint to enjoy unparalleled views of its caldera.

After descending from the Olmoti crater we will start a mountain bike safari, accessible to all audiences where we will cross a plain where we will have the opportunity to see wildlife such as gazelles, zebras, jackals with the livestock of the Maasai families that inhabit the area. With bike BH Bikes.

The most daring can enjoy the bike route through the dense jungle to the camp where we will sleep, on the crest of the Empakaai crater. The camp is in a magical place but with basic services, but our mobile infrastructure will make us spend a comfortable night under the ocean of stars of the African night.

STAY: ACACIA CAMPSITE [FULL BOARD]
In the early hours after a hearty breakfast we will start a magical hiking trail that will take us through the lush jungle of the walls of the Empakaai crater to the lake in its depths accompanied by an armed ranger.

Upon returning from the trek we will make a small transfer in a 4×4 vehicle to begin a 2-hour walk to the base of the Oldoinyo Lengai volcano, where our camp is located tonight.

STAY: LAKE NATRON CAMP [FULL BOARD]
Today we will get up at 3 in the morning to leave at night towards the summit of the sacred Masaai volcano. People who prefer to do another activity will have the opportunity to know Lake Natron and its famous waterfalls.

Tonight we will spend the night in a tented camp on the shore of Lake Natron, very close to the volcano, Oldoinyo Lengai, the only active volcano in Tanzania, of epic dimensions and sublime beauty.

STAY:BURUDIKA MANYARA LODGE [FULL BOARD]
Once we have finished the fabulous breakfast we will move again to Lake Manyara, to make a beautiful bike route that crosses banana plantations and an acacia forest to the shore of Lake Manyara.

From Lake Manyara we will conclude this great adventure through the heart of Africa.

"We are sure that you will have the best memories of this wonderful adventure with Patmo Island & Travel, we hope to see you again in another of our exciting and adventurous routes."

What’s Included

  • All park fees and conservation charges
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • All scheduled game drives
  • Accommodation and meals as specified
  • Flight from Seronera Airstrip to Arusha or Zanzibar (if selected)
  • Bottled drinking water during safari

What’s Included

  • International flights (from/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Services not mentioned in the program
  • Items of a personal nature

Tips for Visitors

  • Wear lightweight, moisture-wicking clothing and hiking shoes
  • Bring hydration packs, sun protection, and snacks
  • Ensure physical readiness for multi-hour hikes or bike rides
  • Carry camera/binoculars for wildlife photography
  • Respect wildlife and local communities while exploring

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Experience the thrill of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes with our expert-guided bike and hike safaris.

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