7 Day Off-Road Guided Motorbike Tour From Soysambu Conservancy to Amboseli and Mount Kilimanjaro
Incredible Riding with the Kenya Wildlife
Enjoy a wildlife experience from the seat of your motorbike! This itinerary will take you from Soysambu Conservancy, where you can see giraffes, gazelles, and zebras amongst others up close on two wheels. From Soysambu, on to Kajiado and finally on to Tawi, Kenya’s south-eastern border with Tanzania and close to the Amboseli National Reserve and its mighty elephants.
Key information
- Terrain: various terrain and landscapes, with the occasional crossing of tarmac roads, with varying soil and some rocky sections
- Daily rides: 200 kilometers / 124 miles
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Highlights
- Ride in the Soysambu Conservancy + game drives on the Tawi Conservancy in vehicles
- Opportunity to see zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and buffalos from your motorbike
- Ride in varied routes with different terrains and different levels of riding
- Look out for the mighty Amboseli elephants and incredible views of Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Beautiful sceneries and tracks and trails from Nakuru to Kajiado
- Riding in the Ngong Hills famous from the movie "Out of Africa"
- Dusty Helmets subscribes to the Flying Doctors services
- 6 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Intermediate
Accommodation
Following your arrival in Nairobi, you will stay in Tamarind Tree Hotel. Afterward, during the tour, you will stay at various accommodations arranged by Dusty Helmets.
Room bookings are done in twin rooms at the Tamarind Tree Hotel, single rooms at Punda Milias Nakuru Camp (unless otherwise requested), then twin rooms at the Lerruat lodge, then simple local lodging in twin rooms too. All accommodation is subject to availability at the time of booking.
Punda Milias Nakuru Camp
Punda Milias Nakuru Camp is situated along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway. Punda Milias 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
This itinerary is for riders in normal physical conditions and has no set dates. Dates for this trip can be accommodated to suit the riders’ preferred dates.
This itinerary will take you from Soysambu Conservancy, where you can see giraffes, gazelles, and zebras amongst others up close on 2 wheels. From Soysambu, on to Kajiado, and finally on to Tawi, Kenya’s south-eastern border with Tanzania. Beautiful landscapes, great wildlife sightings.
Daily riding times vary but on average you spend approximately 5 to 7 hours out riding.
Day 1
Arrive in Nairobi. You will be picked up at JKIA and take to the Tamarind Tree Hotel. Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel.
Day 2
Early morning collection from Nairobi. Approximately a three-hour drive to Punda Milias Camp (by vehicle). 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 Punda Milias 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 Punda Milias Camp.
Day 4
After breakfast, you ride back out of the Great Rift Valley, past the famous Ngong Hills from the film "Out of Africa" and head south to Kajiado. Overnight at the Lerruat Lodge that is located at the top of a steep hill and offer a beautiful view of the surroundings.
Day 5
After breakfast, depart from Kajiado and ride towards Amboseli National Reserve. The landscape changes so much, from woodlands to dry lake beds and lush river swamps. Overnight at the Kimana Omega Safari lodge.
Day 6
Full day riding around Tawi . Look out for the mighty Amboseli elephants and incredible views of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Overnight at the same site as yesterday.
Day 7
After breakfast, ride from Tawi to Karen, a suburb of Nairobi. Once you get to Karen, you leave the bikes and head out for a late lunch. A day room is available for showers before heading out to the airport for your flight home.
Note: There is no pillion passenger in our off-road rides. However, the tour will have 2 quads available should a guest who does not ride motorbikes wishes to participate.
Skill level required for this tour: intermediate
Intermediate:
- can ride for 5-6 hours
- average riding experience
- little assistance required
- comfortable with curves and leans
- average experience with unsurfaced roads
- steep ascents and descents
Included excursions
Ride in the Soysambu Conservancy which 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. It also offers plenty of varied routes with different terrains and different levels of riding – from intermediate to more technical riding.
Instructors
John Kamau Mwangi
John has a lifetime of experience in off-road motorcycles and getting out in the bush in all parts of Kenya. He has a wealth of knowledge that gives him access to some of the most remote parts of Kenya; unrivaled scenic rides, untouched wildlife regions, and unbelievable heart-warming interactions with the rich and diverse culture of this beautiful country. John will tailor your off-road motorbike safari to your requests, experience on two wheels, and safari-specific preferences.
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.
Location
Starting in Nairobi, this tour takes you to Soysambu Conservancy, Ngong Hills, the border with Tanzania, then return to Nairobi.
Food
In Nairobi, you will be provided with breakfast. Full board meals are offered during the tour. You will enjoy international food. The lodges are well accustomed to international travelers.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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
- 6 days riding of off-road through different terrain and landscapes, with the occasional crossing of tarmac roads (~200 kilometers a day)
- Airport collection and drop off
- Transport by road from Nairobi to Punda Milias Camp (by vehicle)
- 1 night accommodation at the Tamarind Tree Hotel on B/B (bed & breakfast) in twin rooms
- 2 nights’ accommodation at Punda Milias Camp on full board (all meals, international food) in single rooms
- 1 night accommodation at the Lerruat lodge or at a camping site in Kajiado on full board (all meals, international food) in individual tents
- 2 nights’ accommodation at the Kimana Omega Safari lodge or at a camping site near Tawi on full board (all meals) in individual tents
- Day rooms at the Tamarind Tree Hotel before drop-off at the airport for flight home
- Drinking water while out riding
- Front rider and guide, mechanic, support vehicle - crew have first aid knowledge
- FE 390 Husaberg / KTM 350 and 250 motorbikes with fuel, insurance on bikes and third party for riders
- AMREF (Flying Doctors) emergency airlift cover
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
- Riding gear
- 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 our 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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