Kenya Motorbike Safari

We get up early and start departing from the vibrant city of Nairobi. Our route veers off the beaten path, taking us north through charming towns and villages. Expect a thrilling mix of asphalt and gravel roads as we leave behind the hustle and bustle of city life, welcoming the tranquility of village living, lush landscapes, and rolling hills. As we ride, we’ll pass by Aberdare National Park, renowned for its stunning, steep forested ravines, breathtaking waterfalls, and diverse wildlife, including elephants and black rhinos. Our journey leads us toward Mount Kenya, which rises majestically to 5,199 meters and straddles the equator on its northern slope. Designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1978, Mount Kenya holds significant cultural importance for the local ethnic groups, including the Kikuyu, Ameru, Embu, and Maasai. Tonight, we'll rest in simple accommodations at the base of the mountain, ready to embrace the adventures that lie ahead. On this day of our motorcycle tour, approximately 15% of our route will be on unpaved roads, ensuring an authentic and exhilarating experience!

Today we move mainly on gravel roads. We will ride through grassland, pass game farms and various nature reserves, and there is unique fauna to be discovered. Instead of the zebra crossings in our part of the world, real zebras cross the road here! We are in a remote area, so we bring plenty of snacks and drinks for a picnic along the way. Our destination of the day is Lake Baringo, a birdwatcher's paradise and a true freshwater oasis in the middle of a desert-like landscape. This is the traditional home of the Njemps tribe, unique people who are the only pastoralist tribe who also fish. Our accommodation is in a small trading town near the lake. We ride about 60% unpaved roads today.

Today we zigzag through western Kenya. We ride over a mixture of asphalt and gravel roads, past rural villages and towns. The sights, sounds and smells of this country will leave a lasting impression since we take adventurous back routes. Some parts of our trip today we will ride without our support car as the roads are not suitable for cars. Therefore, the mechanic of our Kenya group motorbike trip rides as a pillion on the guide's motorbike. We start the morning at an altitude of around 1500 meters and sleep at 2500 metres. So pack a jumper! Today we ride about 60% unpaved roads.

Today will be another adventurous day as we make our way south on the main road. The tour guide will take us to trails that are only used by the Maasai and the wildlife. This means that you yourself may be the exotic part that stands out in this landscape. The dry hills barely have any people living here, but you can marvel at the lively wildlife all the more. We will spend the night in a nice camp near the national park. Today we ride about 60% unpaved roads.

The Masai Mara National Park is the direct extension of the world famous Serengeti and forms a harmonious eco-area with it. Every year the migration of hundreds of thousands of wildebeest, antelope and zebra takes place out here. This is your chance to experience one of the most amazing places on earth. The Masai Mara park is scenically one of the most beautiful parks in Africa, and your motorcycle holiday in Kenya brings you to the middle of it all. People are not allowed to live in this national park. Today we have the opportunity to take an optional4x4 safari. You will encounter large herds of buffalo, wildebeest, zebra and antelope. Giraffes and lions cross or walk on the road. We can stay until late in the evening in this beautiful game park in Kenya. There is also an option for a motorcycle safari. The amazing impressions you will get today, will last you a lifetime. Bring enough memorycards for your camera because it is beautiful here, a real motorcycle safari experience!

We get an early start again. In the morning there are bound to be many wild animals on our motorcycle vacation in Kenya. We follow a long dirt road to reach the asphalt to Narok. Then we come back to the green and lush highlands. We are on our way to Lake Naivasha, the source of life for this area. The lake and its surroundings are full of natural riches, and the fertile soil and water supply has made this region one of the most important agricultural areas in Kenya. Many (Dutch) flower farmers are located here. We spend the night at the lake. We ride about 80% unpaved roads today.

Today, a varied day awaits us with a mixture of tarmac roads, scenic spectacular routes and dirt roads towards Nairobi. We ride past the Mount Suswa Conservancy, an ancient volcano and pass through the impressive Ngong Hills Nature Reserve. And the closer we get to Nairobi, the busier the traffic gets. Air pollution, traffic jams, high rise buildings and people on the move, in total contrast where we just came from! Upon our arrival in Nairobi, awell-deserved drink awaits us and we exchange our experiences once again. Riding a motorcycle across Kenya is an adventure you will never forget. We ride about 50% unpaved roads today.

Depending on your departure time, you can either leave early in the morning or use the day to explore Nairobi. Visit the Maasai Market, Nairobi National Park, the Giraffe Centre, the Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or the Karen Blixen Museum, or join a guided tour through one of Nairobi’s slums. Alternatively, you can relax by the hotel pool. An organised transfer will take you to the airport for your departure.