4 Day Guided Off-Road Motorcycle Tour in Soysambu Conservancy and Nakuru With Wildlife Experience
Motorcycle Tour in Kenya
This itinerary takes you on and around Soysambu Conservancy close to the city of Nakuru in Central Kenya. The wildlife sightings and landscapes from the seat of your enduro motorbike are breathtaking and include close encounters with giraffes, zebras, gazelles, and an array of birdlife, amongst others. The tracks and trails can accommodate all levels of riding and are wonderful for a terrific riding experience.
Key information
- Terrain: off-road
- Bike: Rental bike (Husaberg FE390 / KTM 350 and 250)
- Daily ride: Approximately 150 kilometers / 93 miles / 6 to 7 hours
- Riding gears: can be hired from Dusty Helmets on a limited basis
- Meals: Full board
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Highlights
- Starts and ends in Nairobi
- Ride in the Soysambu Conservancy, home to plenty of plains game
- Opportunity to see zebras, giraffes, gazelles, buffaloes, and more animals
- Riding in Soysambu Conservancy offers plenty of varied routes with different terrains
- Fantastic viewpoints from which Lake Elmenteita and its pink flamingos can be admired
- Experience high mark rides to Lake Elmenteita hot springs and the Sleeping Warrior Hill
- The crew is trained in first aid and the Flying Doctors' service available
- 3 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
Accommodation
During the trip, you will stay at the Tamarind Tree Hotel in Nairobi and Punda Milias Nakuru camp. Room bookings are at the Tamarind Tree hotel in twin rooms upon your arrival in Nairobi, then at Punda Milias Nakuru Camp in single rooms.
Punda Milias Nakuru Camp
Punda Milias Nakuru Camp is situated along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway. Punda Milia is Swahili for Zebras, a common sighting in the area. The camp is a place where you can experience a stunning, peaceful and relaxing time with all the facilities you need. Nothing beats the experience of spending time in this outdoor camp. Its mission is to make your stay stress-free, enjoyable, and memorable.
Program
Located in Kenya, in Africa's Great Rift Valley with Ramsar Sites Lake Elmenteita to the east and Lake Nakuru to the west, volcanoes Ol Doinyo Eburru to the south and Menengai to the north, Soysambu Conservancy is 48,000 acres of diverse ecological significance.
Thousands of years ago, this entire area was full of volcanic activity and Lake Elmentaita is a spectacular setting, framed by walls of several extinct volcanoes, one of which resembles a human figure. The Maasai know these peaks as " Elngiragata Olmorani" or "the sleeping warrior." The wildlife is incredible at the Conservancy and sightings of giraffes, zebras, gazelles, and an array of birdlife, including thousands of flamingos, are breathtaking.
Daily riding times vary but on average we spend approximately 6 to 7 hours out – on a full day and approximately 4 ½ on a half-day of riding.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi. Collect from the airport and take to the Tamarind Tree hotel. Overnight in Nairobi.
Day 2
Early morning collection from Nairobi. Approximately a three-hour drive to Punda Milias Nakuru Camp. Meet your riding crew. After a briefing about the bikes and safety while out riding, time to ride! The Conservancy is home to plenty of plains game, zebra, giraffe, gazelle, as well as buffalo amongst other animals. Riding on and around the conservancy is unbelievably beautiful and seeing the animals from the seat of your motorbike is an experience of a lifetime. Overnight at Punda Milias Nakuru camp.
Day 3
Full day out and about exploring Soysambu Conservancy. Option of a picnic lunch out, or lunch back at camp. There are plenty of routes you can ride, the whole area offers different terrains and different levels of riding – from intermediate to more technical riding. Overnight at Punda Milias Nakuru Camp.
Day 4
Early breakfast and out on the bikes. Explore more of the Conservancy and enjoy the tracks and trails we can ride on the 48,000 acres. Head back to camp for lunch. After lunch, approximately at 3 p.m., head back to Nairobi.
Bike available for this tour
Dusty Helmets is proud to offer one of the world's leading off-road bikes - the Husaberg FE390, getting through some of East Africa's most spectacular scenery and bike trails. The Husaberg FE390 offers smooth power development coupled with ample power for every situation in everyday enduro use. Dusty Helmets has eight Husaberg FE390 available for guests and the lead guide also rides one.
For short riders, Dusty Helmets has three bikes with a low seat height: one KTM 250 EXC F, one KTM FreeRide 250, and one KTM FreeRide 350.
All of the bikes are fully insured, road-tested, safety tested, and maintained to the highest Husaberg / KTM service standards.
For those who want to join the tour but do not ride off-road motorbikes, Dusty Helmets can propose 2 quads: a Yamaha Grizzly 350cc automatic (very easy to handle) and a KTM 525 ATV.
Riding gear
Riding gear is mandatory. Dusty Helmets has limited availability of riding gear (top of the range), which is maintained and thoroughly cleaned after every tour. As such, riders are strongly invited to bring their own gear to ensure they are comfortable with this essential aspect of riding.
Dusty Helmets can provide, on a limited basis: helmets, goggles, gloves, body armors, riding pants and shirts, camel packs, and a few pairs of boots.
Skill level required for this tour: Beginner, intermediate
Beginner:
- can ride for 2-3 hours
- minimal riding experience
- assistance required
- comfortable with curves and leans
- basic experience with unsurfaced roads
- short distance ascents and descents
There is no pillion passenger on the off-road rides. However, Dusty Helmets has two quads available should a guest who does not ride motorbikes wishes to participate.
Included excursions
Ride in the Soysambu Conservancy is home to plenty of plains game, zebras, giraffes, gazelles, as well as buffalos amongst other animals. Riding on and around the conservancy is unbelievably beautiful and seeing the animals from the seat of your motorbike is an experience of a lifetime.
Instructors
Frederic Briens
Frederic has been an off-road rider for over 40 years; he emphasizes safety in riding and is actively involved in briefing the guests on the safe behavior that must be observed during the rides. He also supervises training exercises, if needed, in Soysambu at the beginning of the rides. He also interacts with the guests prior to their arrival to Kenya so that they are well prepared.
Shabaz Anwar
Shabaz is both an expert rider and a professional motorbike mechanic. He has also been Kenya's mountainbike champion, Shabaz is very fit and tireless. He will ensure your safety and fun.
Location
This tour takes place in Kenya. Starting from Nakuru, you will ride in the Soysambu Conservancy and its surroundings, then drive back to Nairobi. There will be plenty of riding on the surrounding tracks and trails and into the hills.
Food
You will enjoy international food during the tour. The lodges are well accustomed to international travelers. In Nairobi, the meal plan will be on a bed and breakfast basis.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
What's included
- 3 days riding off-road – diverse terrain and landscapes, approximately 150 kilometers per day
- Airport collection and drop off
- Transport by road from Nairobi to Nakuru and Nakuru back to Nairobi (by vehicle)
- 1 night accommodation in Nairobi at the Tamarind Tree Hotel on B/B (bed & breakfast)
- 2 nights’ accommodation in Nakuru at the Punda Milias Nakuru Camp on Full Board (all meals, international food)
- Front rider and guide, mechanic, support vehicle. The crew has first aid knowledge.
- FE 390 Husaberg motorbikes with fuel, insurance on bikes and 3rd party for riders
- AMREF (Flying Doctors) emergency airlift cover
- Drinking water while out riding
- Riding gear
What's not included
- International flights and visas for Kenya
- Covid tests (if still relevant at the time of travel)
- Lunch and dinners in Nairobi if any
- Beverages
- Park fees
- Extra activities
- Effects of a personal nature
- Medical insurance (mandatory)
- Gratuities
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
13 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Airport transfer is included in the price. Upon arrival, at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, look for your driver with a Dusty Helmets sign.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 20% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 21 days before arrival.
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