Cycling is the best way to see Kenya. Whether you are an experienced cyclist or just a cycling enthusiast, this trip is perfect for exploring the great outdoors and seeing wildlife, while enjoying the views of some beautiful countryside. We will ride through forests and hills and past stunning lakes. We will also meet with locals during our adventure to learn about their cultures and traditional ways of life.
Each night we stay in comfortable lodges that provide delicious meals made from farm-fresh ingredients – so there’s no need for cooking!
As you decide what to pack for the safari, remember that it’s part of a larger trip, so don’t over-plan. You’ll be cycling through rural parts of Kenya and staying in homes with local families. You’re not going on a luxury getaway. Staying at tented camps is just like staying at hotels—you can find hot showers, good food, and even laundry service. Camping doesn’t offer any opportunity to see wildlife at night but does save money.
If you want the ultimate African experience but are short on time, book a two-night stay rather than one: you’ll be able to visit two different parks or reserves instead of just one. While most people think of booking their own safaris from scratch as dauntingly complicated, this is an all-inclusive package tour where everything is taken care of for you—from bike rentals (make sure you ask about what kinds of bikes are available) to your accommodations and meals. That means all you have to worry about doing is showing up for the fun part!
Mt. Kenya is a dormant volcano with three main peaks: Batian, Nelion, and Lenana. The highest of these peaks is Batian which stands at 5199m above sea level and is the third-highest peak in Africa. Mt. Kenya is located in the central highlands and rises to an elevation of 17058 ft. It is also the second-highest mountain found in Kenya after Mt. Kilimanjaro which stands at 5896 m above sea level and is the highest mountain in Africa.
Mt Kenya has many hiking trails that lead to its summit however, the Sirimon route is one of the most popular routes as it offers amazing scenery and due to less traffic on this trail, there are no long queues for climbing permits that are issued by Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS).
Kenya is home to an abundance of wildlife. From the Big 5 and the birds of Lake Bogoria to the smaller mammals who dart around the Selenkay Conservancy, you’ll have many opportunities to observe them if you’re willing to leave your bike for a bit. You can choose from a variety of safaris, allowing you to see different animals in different environments; though these tours can be expensive and run on strict schedules, they offer excellent viewing opportunities, as well as access to knowledgeable guides who can tell you more about what you’re seeing.
However way might not be enough time during your visit to take part in a safari tour, there are other ways that you may still be able to view some local wildlife, such as through game drives (a relaxing drive through areas likely to have some animal sightings), or even just by taking an early morning or late afternoon walk through campgrounds.
Kenya is, without a doubt, one of the most exciting places on earth for cyclists. Not only does it offer some of the best road cycling in Africa, with its high altitude and large expanses of savannah land, but there is also an ever-growing number of mountain bike trails. For example, you can take a mountain biking safari through Hell’s Gate National Park or ride the famous Great Rift Valley mountain bike routes. You can even go on a bike tour across Kenya using both dirt roads and paved roads.