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TANZANIA – WILD WONDERS IN 8 DAYS! 10→17.10.2026
MOTORCYCLE:
Royal Enfield Himalayan 411. Motorcycle rental is included in the tour price. An upgrade to the new Himalayan 450 is possible (€180).
TOUR DESCRIPTION:
Motorbike Safari Tanzania — 8-Day Kilimanjaro to Ngorongoro Adventure
Stop watching. Start riding. This 8-day motorbike safari in Tanzania runs from the slopes of Kilimanjaro to the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater. Ride past salt lakes, open savannah, volcanic ridges, and genuine wildlife scenes—close enough to feel the breath, not just the zoom lens. Gravel sections included. You don’t need to be a pro. Bring a partner on the back or let them ride in the support car while you take the dust.
Highlights
- Route: Kilimanjaro foothills → Lake Natron → remote Maasai villages → Ngorongoro Crater
- Terrain: tarmac links + gravel/dirt tracks, salt flats, volcanic valleys
- Wildlife moments: zebra and wildebeest crossings from the saddle; 4×4 game drive day to spot animals
- Culture: respectful glimpse into Maasai life in off-the-map villages
- Access: suitable even if you’re not a pro; pillion-friendly; support car available
- Pace: compact itinerary — 8 days, one bike, zero regrets
Roll out from the Kilimanjaro region and settle into the rhythm of backroads and easy gravel. The landscape opens into savannah and volcanic ridges, then drops toward the otherworldly shoreline of Lake Natron, where salt pans and mirage-blue water set the scene for wide-open riding.
Tracks lead through remote Maasai villages and open plains where zebra may cross right in front of you. One day you’ll dodge potholes with wildebeest nearby; the next, you’ll trade handlebars for a 4×4 and head out on a classic game drive to look for lions in one of the region’s most iconic parks.
The final leg climbs toward the legendary Ngorongoro Crater. The air cools, views widen, and the road threads along volcanic slopes. It’s not about proving anything—it’s about real miles and real moments you can’t fake on social media. Gravel? Yes. Pressure to perform? No. If your partner prefers comfort, they can pillion or ride in the support vehicle and meet you at the best viewpoints.
Eight days. One bike. Zero regrets.
Ready for a real motorbike safari? Secure your place on the 8-Day Tanzania Motorbike Safari — Kilimanjaro to Ngorongoro and ride the stories everyone else just reposts.
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DETAILS OF THE TOUR

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Panorama of Kilimanjaro
- Massai tribes
- Ngorongoro National Park
- Lake Natron ecosystem
- Volcanoes of the Rift Valley
- Lake Burunge
- Lake Manyara
- Riding alongside wild animals
- Beautiful gravel roads
- Scenic paved roads
- Comfortable accommodation mostly with swimming pools

WEATHER:
Temperatures will range from a possible 20 degrees at night to 35C some days. Our ride will be around 1,600m. Some rain is possible but unlikely.

MOTORCYCLE GEAR:
We strongly recommend “adventure” or hard-shell type boots for this ride. Bring your own gear.

LUGGAGE:
We will be traveling light. Try not to take more than one 20kg luggage piece. It should be dust & water proof. For riding days, take with you a small backpack or waterproof bag, with straps, to enable you to attach it to your motorbike. On this tour, we recommend a backpack of max 16L with a 2L water bladder.
IMPORTANT, REMEMBER:
Take with you: mosquito repellent, sun screen & hat, swimming costume.
Try not to take more than one 20kg luggage piece. It should be dust & water proof.
The visa for Tanzania is best done at the airport upon arrival.
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE:
1600
meters above seal levelDAY BY DAY TOUR PROGRAM
DAY 1 (10.10)
ARRIVAL AT KILIMANJARO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AND TRANSFER TO OUR HOTEL IN ARUSHA.
DAY 2 (11.10 / 150 KM)
ARUSHA – LAKE BURUNGEE
DAY 3 (12.10 / 160 KM)
LAKE BURUNGEE – KARATU
DAY 4 (13.10 / 0 KM)
NGORONGORO SAFARI (4×4)
DAY 5 (14.10 / 150 KM)
KARATU – LAKE NATRON
DAY 6 (15.10 / 230 KM)
LAKE NATRON – MATADI
DAY 7 (16.10 / 135 KM)
MATADI – ARUSHA
DAY 8 (17.10)
FLY OUT
THE ITINERARY MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO POLITICAL, SOCIAL REASONS, OR WEATHER CONDITIONS

YOUR OPINIONS
FROM GOOGLE

Google rating score: 5.0 of 5,based on 47 reviews
PRICE INCLUDES:

MOTORCYCLE

4X4 CAR

GUIDE

SUPPORT CAR

MOTORBIKE MAINTENANCE

ACCOMMODATION & FOOD

TRANSPORT TO/FROM THE HOTEL

PERMITS

INSURANCE
- Basic travel insurance.
- Tourist Guarantee Fund fee.
- Tourist Support Fund fee.
IMPORTANT: For an additional fee, there is an option to independently extend the insurance within the Signal Iduna Safe Travels and/or Global Rescue partner offer. The price of the tour includes basic travel insurance.

PICTURES & GPX TRACKS FROM THE TOUR

WELCOME PACK
PRICE NOT INCLUDES:
- Airline tickets (tickets should not be bought until the organizer confirms the completion of the minimum group size).
- Tourist entry visa (US$50 for EU citizens, US$100 for US citizens).
- Any medical expenses not covered by the standard MotoBirds insurance.
- Additional, recommended Global Rescue coverage.
- Fuel: US$150 / rider to be paid at the start of the tour in cash. This covers the fuel for your motorbike, that of the guides & for the support car.
- Motorcycle refundable security deposit: (US$500 payable at the start of the tour in cash or by card).
- Dinners & lunches in Arusha.
- Drinks.
- Tips.
- Entrance tickets to optional tourist attractions: Cultural Masai tribe show (US$50 / person), 4×4 safari to Ngorongoro National Park (€250 / person).
DEPOSIT FOR THE MOTORCYCLE:
US$500 refundable deposit, to be paid in cash or by card on site. If damages to the motorbike exceed the deposit amount, the driver has to pay the difference.