Moshi Town & Rau Forest Cycling Tour
Overview
Discover the rural charm, natural beauty, and fascinating history of northern Tanzania on the Moshi Town & Rau Forest Cycling Tour. This guided cycling adventure takes you beyond the busy streets of Moshi to explore sugarcane plantations, small farming communities, traditional neighbourhoods, rice fields, and the lush greenery of Rau Forest.
Your journey begins with a ride through the TPC sugarcane-growing area, where you’ll pass local farms, residential homes, mosques, and churches while experiencing the rhythm of everyday life in the countryside. Visit rice-growing areas to learn about traditional farming practices and, where appropriate, participate in a simple activity with local farmers. This experience offers an appreciation of the hard work and dedication involved in producing one of Tanzania’s staple foods.
Continue into Rau Forest, a beautiful natural area just outside Moshi, known for its rich vegetation, peaceful trails, and wildlife. Keep your eyes open for black-and-white colobus monkeys moving through the treetops, alongside opportunities to observe birds and enjoy the sounds of the forest. Your adventure concludes at Moshi’s historic railway station, where traces of the town’s railway heritage provide a fascinating glimpse into the past.
Combining outdoor adventure, local culture, nature, and history, this cycling tour offers a memorable way to experience Moshi beyond the usual tourist attractions, all at the relaxed pace of a bicycle.
Tour Highlights
- Cycle through Moshi’s rural neighbourhoods and surrounding countryside.
- Explore the TPC sugarcane plantation area and small farming communities.
- Discover rice cultivation and local agricultural traditions.
- Ride through the lush greenery of Rau Forest.
- Look for black-and-white colobus monkeys and local birdlife.
- Visit the historic Moshi railway station.
- Enjoy opportunities for countryside photography and Mount Kilimanjaro views on clear days.
- Experience Moshi’s culture, nature, and history in one active excursion.
Group Pricing
Explore Tanzania with friends and save! Our group discounts offer price reductions based on group size, so the more, the merrier. Contact us for details and to customize your tour!
| Group Size | Price Person |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | US $120 |
| 2 People | US $100 |
| 3 People | US $90 |
| 4 People | US $80 |
| 5 People and more | US $70 |
Tour Plan
Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up from your accommodation in Moshi, where you'll meet your cycling guide, prepare your bicycle, and receive a short safety briefing before setting off. Ride out of town towards the TPC sugarcane plantation area, passing small farms, local homes, mosques, and churches as you discover the everyday life of communities surrounding Moshi. Continue towards the nearby rice fields, where your guide will introduce you to local rice-growing practices and explain the work involved in cultivating and harvesting this important crop. Where circumstances permit and local farmers welcome your participation, you may have the opportunity to lend a hand in the fields and gain a deeper appreciation of rural livelihoods. From the agricultural landscape, continue cycling into Rau Forest, a peaceful green sanctuary on the outskirts of Moshi. Follow the forest trails while enjoying the shade of the trees, listening to birdsong, and looking for black-and-white colobus monkeys in the canopy. Your guide will help you appreciate the forest's natural environment and point out wildlife or interesting vegetation along the way. After exploring the forest, continue to the historic Moshi railway station, a reminder of the region's railway heritage and colonial-era history. Take time to appreciate the old station and its surroundings, with an opportunity to enjoy refreshments at a nearby bar if available. On clear days, you may also be rewarded with views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Finally, your guide will arrange your return to your accommodation in Moshi, bringing your countryside cycling adventure to a close.
Included/Exclude
- Pickup & drop-off in Moshi town
- Full-course homemade meal (vegetarian & non-veg options)
- Bottled water, juice or tea
- English-speaking host or translator
- Cultural conversation and warm hospitality
- Additional Services/Activities
- Insurance
- Personal Expenditure
- Flights Tickets
- Accommodations
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