Bicycle Tours & Trips in Africa

What our customers ask about Bicycle Tours & Trips in Africa

• What are the top cycling routes in Africa for scenery and adventure?

  The standout cycling routes in Africa include the 360° Kilimanjaro circuit in Tanzania which takes riders through rainforests and savannas and the Cape Winelands route in South Africa with its coastal roads including Chapman's Peak and the Franschhoek Pass. "Cycling Chapman's Peak coastal road is surely one of the best coastal rides ever with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean" reports one TourRadar traveler. The Northern Tanzania circuit connecting Kilimanjaro to Ngorongoro Crater lets cyclists pedal past wildlife areas and Maasai settlements while keeping Africa's highest mountain in view.

• What kind of accommodation can I expect on African cycling tours?

  The range spans from well-appointed lodges to safari-style tented camps with unique touches at each stop. Tanzania offers properties like the Salinero Hotel in Moshi and Snowcap Cottages near Kilimanjaro while South African routes feature places like San Gabriel Homestead in Stellenbosch and the historic Karoo Art Hotel in Barrydale. One TourRadar traveler notes: "The standard of accommodation throughout the trip was very high - mostly 3-star B&Bs and lodges but every place had its own character."

• How long are the daily cycling distances on African tours?

  Routes typically cover between 30-90km each day. The Cape Winelands tour averages 50-70km daily with occasional 90km stretches along coastal sections. On the Tanzania Kilimanjaro to Ngorongoro route cyclists cover between 43-102km per day with the longest section from Arusha to Tarangire. A TourRadar traveler shares: "The distances were challenging but achievable with options to use the support vehicle if needed."

• What wildlife might I encounter while cycling in Africa?

  The northern circuit of Tanzania offers frequent wildlife sightings. Routes near Tarangire National Park and Lake Manyara regularly feature elephants giraffes zebras and various antelope species. The Ngorongoro Conservation Area provides chances to spot the "Big Five." According to a TourRadar traveler: "Cycling through wildlife corridors between Tarangire and Lake Manyara provided incredible opportunities to safely observe animals in their natural habitat."

• What's the best time of year for cycling in Africa?

  Ideal timing depends on location. For Kilimanjaro routes plan for dry seasons (January-March and June-October). The Atlas Mountains of Morocco work best in spring (March-May) or fall (September-November). Zambia welcomes cyclists year-round but offers peak conditions in dry season (May-October). TourRadar travelers report: "The spring weather in Morocco was perfect for cycling - warm days and cool evenings."

• What type of accommodation can I expect on an African cycling tour?

  Options range from lodges to authentic camping setups. Tanzania features spots like Lake Burunge Tented Camp near Tarangire and Migunga Tented Camp by Lake Manyara. Morocco's Atlas Mountains offer traditional riads such as Riad Oussagou in Imlil and mountain gites in villages like Tigmi Tamazirt. As one TourRadar traveler puts it: "The hospitality and combination of camping under stars and staying in local gites made the experience truly unique and memorable."