Cycle to Lake Challa + Cultural Tour

Chanya Lodge

DAY 2: MOSHI TO LAKE CHALLA | 55KM

Lake Challa, a hidden gem, a perfect place to relax and unwind from the busy city life. The remote caldera lake on the border of Tanzania & Kenya is only 55km from Moshi and therefore the perfect get away for a day. Pure tranquility and beautiful nature await you at the lake. Explore the area on one of the many possible hikes, kayak across borders or simply enjoy the stunning vistas of an untouched Africa. In the morning you will picked up from your accommodation and ride the bicycle to Lake Challa Safari Camp with a support van that will be accompany by the driver and cook, you’ll pass the different villages of Mabogini, Kahe, Miwaleni, Hilili and Challa itself so then after 25 from Moshi you’ll have a short break for the fruits and then later about 10km more will stop somewhere for the bush hot lunch. Upon arrival to Lake Challa, you will see the beautiful private game reserve overlooking the Crater Lake.

DAY 3: LAKE CHALLA TO MARANGU VILLAGE | 24KM

Immerse yourself in the history of Marangu and its people. Marangu, at the lower slopes of Kilimanjaro, is a small town with a great amount of history and ancient traditions. Get carried away by the Chagga tribe, unique rainforest landscape and coffee growing insides. This tour has it all action, tradition and culinary.

In the morning you’ll ride your bicycle to Marangu Gate (1900m), the starting point for all Kilimanjaro treks via the Marangu Route. ( Option: When you will reach at Marangu Mtoni you can decide either to put the bikes on the van and drive to Marangu gate or you can keep on biking all the way up to the gate ) You will have the opportunity to take pictures of the mighty Kilimanjaro and get a sense of the spirit of the mountain. The area around Marangu is home to the local Chagga tribe and you will learn all about their history and traditions on this full day excursion.

DAY 4: MARANGU VILLAGE TO MOSHI | 47KM

Departure.

In the morning will make our way back to Moshi, passing through the different villages at the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.

You will cycle through the suburbs and outskirts of Moshi Town on the back roads as you head towards the hotel which marks the end of your incredible 4-day journey on two wheels. You will seal of the evening with a nice celebratory sparkling Champagne to toast to your achievement.

Accommodation; Chanya Lodge

Meals; Breakfast & Lunch.