Day Tour Cultural Cycling and Raw Foot walking Safari Expedition
Description
Conquer the ultimately balanced Tanzanian day trip. Depart early to track big game on foot during a raw, 3-hour morning walking safari at Elephant lodge on the Tarangire border. After a hearty lunch, transition into the cultural oasis of Mto wa Mbu to cycle through local rice and banana farms, explore vibrant community markets, and discover rural farming life before a smooth evening drive back to Arusha.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Wilderness Foot-Safari Your expedition begins with an early morning pickup from Arusha, driving straight to the raw wilderness bordering Tarangire National Park. Arrive at Elephant lodge to meet an expert armed ranger for an exhilarating 3-hour morning walking safari. Catching the cool early hours when wildlife is most active, you will track fresh animal footprints on foot, examine towering baobab trees, and feel the adrenaline of observing the African bush at eye level.
Afternoon Cultural Cycling Following a fresh lunch, journey up the Great Rift Valley to the vibrant green oasis of Mto wa Mbu. Swap your vehicle for mountain bikes to start an active afternoon cultural immersion. Pedal through red-dust paths lined by thriving banana plantations and local rice farms. Interact with small-scale farmers before riding into the energetic town center to explore the local food market, watching traders display their vibrant colorful produce. Wrap up the day with a relaxing sunset drive back to Arusha.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
We had an absolutely amazing time on both of these excursions. The Mto wa Mbu cycling tour was an energetic, immersive ride through lush banana and coffee plantations—getting to taste the local red bananas and see the artisans at work was a massive highlight. Following it up with the Burunge walking safari was the perfect contrast. Walking along the lake shores with our guide felt incredibly peaceful, tracking footprints and spotting zebras up close without the noise of an engine. Both activities gave us a much deeper connection to the landscape and the people. Highly recommend doing both!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed both the Mto wa Mbu cycling tour and the Lake Burunge walking safari. We love offering experiences that go beyond the traditional game drive, and your description of riding through the banana plantations and peacefully tracking wildlife on foot is exactly the magic we want our guests to feel. It’s fantastic that you got to taste the local red bananas and connect so deeply with the landscape. I will be sure to share your compliments with your guides. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures!
Way better than what I have seen in school, TV, or in the media. Truly an experience of a lifetime. Ngorongoro was heartwarming.
The experience was amazing, we got to see so many animals. It was the best experience of my life. In addition, the team is extremely friendly and professional. the advice and lessons of Isaac (the guide) allowed us to grow out of this experience. the team was incredibly kind.
Safari very well organised. Nasir managed everything including transportation and hotels. Our guide Isaac gave us very good explanations about the animals.
We had a great day trip from Arusha, our guide Mohamed was excellent - very knowledgeable and a great driver in tough conditions. He was super friendly. The crater is unique and beautiful - this trip was a highlight of our time in Tanzania. The Moorland office is very hard to find, the locations on their website and google maps are totally wrong. Even with directions it took several attempts as it’s well hidden ;) but the owner was very nice. The packed lunch wasn’t too great, the veggie option had many (fried) things so could be simpler but nicer. Overall we recommend them!
