Cycling Tour

3 days Shira cycling Tours

$1600-2500 USD

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Safari summary

The Shira Mountain Bike route is a short 2 to 3-day trail, ideal for a brief biking experience on Kilimanjaro or as an acclimatization exercise before our standard 5-day Biking Kilimanjaro Expeditions.

Starting on the western side of Kilimanjaro, the Shira Mountain Bike route begins at the Londorossi Gate (2,100 meters) and follows a 4×4 track for approximately 15 kilometers. This track ends near Shira 1 Camp, close to the Shira Ridge (3,600 meters), covering the Shira Plateau. The Shira Mountain Bike route runs parallel to the Lemosho hiking route.
Enjoy the scenic beauty and challenge of this route as you prepare for a more extended Kilimanjaro adventure.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	None
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	January, February, March, July, August, September, October, November, December
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Kilimanjaro

Fine details

Safari highlights

Cycling | mountain biking—with professional guide

What’s included?

Accommodation
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Private vehicle and driver
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day1: Londorossi Gate-Shira 1 camp

Kilimanjaro

Start with breakfast before a 2-hour drive from Moshi to Londorossi Gate (2100m). After registration, cycle 18 km to Shira 1 camp (3500m), navigating rocky, muddy terrain. Enjoy stunning views of Mt Meru and the Rift Valley, with possible wildlife sightings. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at camp, where temperatures may drop to freezing.

Overnight stay at Shira 1 camp

Day2: Shira 1 camp – Shira 2 Camp

Kilimanjaro

Start early at Shira 1 camp, then cycle 7 km across the plateau to Shira 2 camp (3,875m). Some rough areas require pushing or carrying your bike. Enjoy views of the Western Breach glaciers, have lunch, then settle in for a freezing night.

Overnight stay Shira 2 camp

Day3: Shira 2 camp – Londorossi Ga

Kilimanjaro

You rise early at Shira 2 camp and, after breakfast, you will start with an amazing Kilimanjaro downhill to the Londorossi gate, descending 1 800m over 25km. It is possible to encounter vehicles on the way down, we recommend controlling your speed and avoid any unnecessary risks. We have a sustained our Biking adventures on well-constructed morum road. Our route winds down to the National Park gate and We are met by our vehicle and transferred to hotel.

Overnight stay at Hotel in Moshi

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