Cycling holiday in the Maasai Mara
In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelConfirmed
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DestinationAfrica / Kenya
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AgeFrom 16 - 75 years
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CO₂-Emissions87.01 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
English
In a few words
Explore the mythical ecosystem of the Maasai Mara on a challenging expedition where mountain biking is the only way to travel between communal lands and secret sanctuaries. This demanding journey immerses you in the wilderness , traversing remote areas and endless savanna landscapes where few vehicles venture.
Supported by professional logistics, you'll take on the challenge of long daily distances across technical terrain . Human connection is at the heart of the journey: the Maasai people are an integral part of the support team, ensuring your safety while sharing their ancient culture. These authentic exchanges transform each stage into a profound life experience.
The journey is an intense experience, with nights spent camping in the wild under canvas, offering a complete disconnection to the rhythm of nature's sounds. To conclude this epic adventure, a classic safari in the Maasai Mara National Reserve allows you to observe Africa's iconic wildlife up close. It's an extraordinary sporting adventure, combining pushing your limits with contemplation in one of the most beautiful settings on the planet.
The highlights
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Vast open landscapes offering long vistas, varied terrain
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Isolated nature reserves and community lands, rarely accessible by vehicle
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A unique opportunity to ride horses in the heart of the wilderness
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Sport
Level
Mountain biking and e-mountain biking
In figures
MOUNTAIN BIKING
- Average duration/day: 5h
- Average distance/day: 60 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 1000 m
- Average daily descent: 1000 m
- Predominant type of terrain : Dirt road
Management
English
Program
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Arrival
- Transportation 15h - 5km
- Accommodation 3-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Participants arrive in Nairobi where they are met and transferred to their hotels. The afternoon is free to rest after the journey or make final preparations. In the evening, the team holds a comprehensive briefing about the expedition, adjusts the bicycles, and checks the equipment before departing for the Mara.
Day 1 -
Bike
- Transportation Bus - 08h - 100kmper day
- Activity MOUNTAIN BIKING
- Duration of the activity 5h per day
- Distance 60 km
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 1000 m
- Predominant type of terrain Dirt road
- Accommodation Camping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
After the transfer to the Maasai Mara, the next four days will be dedicated to immersing yourself in the heart of the Mara ecosystem. A half-day of cycling will begin upon arrival, followed by several full stages through remote nature reserves and community lands. Expect to cover approximately 40 to 60 km of mountain biking per day, with significant ascents and descents. The terrain is varied and challenging, designed for experienced cyclists seeking a true expedition-style experience.
Highlights of the hike included:
- Long climbs on gravel and dirt paths
- Fast, smooth descents stretching across endless plains
- Rocky double-track trails and technical sections
- River crossings
- Encounters with wildlife, accompanied by a vehicle and a guide
Each day ends in a new wilderness campsite, with regular lunches and resupply points for water and snacks along the way, as well as full logistical support throughout the journey.
Days 2 to 5 -
Safari
- Activity Explor Game
- Accommodation Glamping
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
A full day is dedicated to a safari in the Masai Mara National Reserve. Participants enjoy 4x4 game drives in the morning and afternoon, with opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, giraffes, and abundant plains wildlife. This day offers a contrast to the physical intensity of the horseback riding days, allowing participants to experience the Mara from a more traditional safari perspective.
Day 6 -
Return and Departure
- Transportation Bus - 08h - 200km
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
After breakfast, the group leaves the Maasai Mara by road for the return trip to Nairobi. Upon arrival, participants are transferred to the airport or their next accommodation for international departures.
Day 7
Accommodation
The camps are located in quiet and picturesque settings. All meals are prepared on-site by the Savage Wilderness team, and safety is always a top priority. We can accommodate most dietary requirements.
Accommodation for the last two nights in the Maasai Mara is at the Zebra Plains Luxury Tented Camp, a 4-star establishment.
Each guest staying at Zebra Plains is welcomed into carefully selected safari tented camps and lodges, situated in the heart of major wildlife migration corridors. Our Maasai Mara resort is ideally located to maximize wildlife viewing while ensuring privacy, comfort, and exclusivity.
What sets us apart from other tour operators specializing in Kenyan safaris is our commitment to responsible tourism. Your trip directly contributes to conservation initiatives, wildlife protection programs, cultural preservation, and projects that tangibly improve the lives of local communities in our areas of operation.
Access
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- All ground transfers included in the itinerary
- One night's accommodation in Nairobi upon arrival
- Fully guided expedition in the Maasai Mara
- Mountain bikes, helmets, gloves
- Guides and support team
- Support vehicle throughout the entire route
- All the equipment for wild camping (dome tents, mattresses)
- All meals during the expedition
- Drinking water, snacks
- Hot showers and camping facilities during wild camping
- A full day safari in the Masai Mara National Reserve
- Two nights' accommodation at the 4-star Zebra Plains Lodge
- Entrance fees to the Masai Mara National Reserve
The price does not include
- International flights to and from Kenya
- Visa fees for Kenya
- Personal cycling equipment
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Tips
- Personal expenses and items for personal use
- Sleeping bags and pillows
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.