TOUR OVERVIEW
A scenic ride through farms and nature.
Enjoy a memorable 30-kilometer cycling adventure across the open plains of Kilimanjaro. Leaving from Moshi Town, this guided tour combines outdoor biking, interesting farming history, and local wildlife.
Your main stop is the large TPC Sugar Cane Plantation—one of the oldest and most important farms in the area. After learning the history of the farm, the trip continues to the green banks of the Pangani River. Here, the landscape changes into a lively home for several types of monkeys. You will learn how waters from Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru meet to support the area before flowing to the Indian Ocean.
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy a fun 30km guided cycling adventure with amazing views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru.
- Explore the historic TPC Sugar Cane Plantation and learn about its important role in Tanzanian farming.
- Cycle along the green banks of the Pangani River, a beautiful waterway connecting the mountains to the ocean.
- Spot different monkey species living in their natural riverbank home.
- Customize your trip with the option to cycle back or choose a comfortable car ride back.
TOUR SCHEDULE
Your day of adventure.
08:00 AM
Departure & Scenic Ride
Across the Kilimanjaro Plains
Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up from your Moshi hotel. We will head to the Eco Wonders Adventure biking shop for a proper bike fitting. Once ready, the 30-kilometer ride begins.
Riding at a comfortable pace, you will travel across the open plains, enjoying clear, beautiful views of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru on clear days. The first part of the trip takes about one hour to reach the edge of the farm.
Midday
History & Prepared Lunch
The Historic TPC Farm
When you arrive at the TPC plantation, your guide will share the interesting history and process of sugar cane farming in Kilimanjaro. You will cycle through the tall green stalks of the farm, experiencing the large size of the fields.
In the middle of the day, we will stop for a peaceful, nicely prepared hot lunch box, allowing you to rest and get your energy back before the final ride to the river.
Afternoon
Wildlife & Return Journey
The Pangani River & Monkeys
A relaxed 30-minute ride brings you to the banks of the Pangani River. The environment instantly becomes greener and cooler. Here, you will see different types of monkeys playing in the trees. Your guide will explain the river's importance to nature as it flows toward the Nyumba ya Mungu ("God's House") Dam.
After enjoying the natural beauty of the river, you will cycle back through the large sugar cane fields toward Moshi, finishing a perfectly balanced day of nature, culture, and adventure.
ESSENTIAL DETAILS
What is included.
Your Tour Includes
- Mountain bike rental and safety helmet.
- Hotel pick-up and return ride to Moshi.
- Services of a professional, English-speaking cycling guide.
- All TPC plantation and related entrance fees.
- A freshly prepared hot lunch box, fruit juice, bottled drinking water, and soft drinks.
Not Included
- Tanzania visa fees and international flights.
- Personal travel and medical insurance.
- Personal expenses and alcoholic drinks.
- Tips for your guide (Optional but recommended).