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FEEL THE BEAT OF AFRICA FROM THE SADDLE

Most safaris start when you step into a 4x4. Ours starts the exact moment you start pedaling.

Five cycling stages through the wild landscapes of Laikipia, an unforgettable safari in the Ol Maisor sanctuary, and nine nights discovering a side of Kenya that very few travelers ever get to experience.

 

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WILD RIDING, HUMAN PACING

La Kenya Cycling Expedition was born out of a desire for a genuine connection with the African land—understanding the rhythm of its wildlife, the silence of the savannah, and its natural pace. We didn't design this trip for you to race, stare at your power meter, or rush through kilometers just to hurry to the next camp.

We created it to link well-balanced stages that take you deep into the vastness of Laikipia, combining red dirt tracks and remote Samburu communities with the magic of an unforgettable safari in Ol Maisor. We always maintain a sustainable, mindful pace that allows you to look up and see a giraffe standing by an acacia tree, absorb the landscape as you pass through, and share the best stories from the trail around the table at the end of the day.

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Is this adventure for you?

This trip is designed for cyclists seeking a real, deep, and honest gravel adventure in an environment that commands respect. It’s a great fit for you if…

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A UNIQUE EXPEDITION

live the adventure

We ride along remote tracks, through villages and across the open landscapes of Laikipia. The goal here is not to rack up kilometres, but to cross the territory and experience everything that happens between one place and the next.

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LAIKIPIA, WILD TERRITORY

LAIKIPIA

We travel through one of Kenya’s great conservation regions, where vast natural landscapes, local communities and wildlife all share the same territory.

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WILDLIFE, IN ITS OWN TERRITORY

WILDLIFE

During the cycling stages, we are not looking to ride among lions, leopards, hyenas or rhinos. Wildlife viewing takes place within conservation areas and during dedicated safari experiences.

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A HAVEN FOR UNIQUE SPECIES

CONSERVATION

Laikipia is one of Kenya’s great conservation landscapes, a refuge for the endangered black rhino and the extremely rare black leopard, which has been documented in this region.

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BUSH CAMP AND SAFARI AT OL MAISOR

SAFARI

We leave the bikes behind to experience another side of the expedition: sleeping in tents, sharing the evening around the fire and exploring Ol Maisor on safari, a territory of elephants, giraffes and large predators.

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BEYOND THE WILDLIFE

CULTURE

Laikipia is also about the people who live there. We share moments with Maasai communities, discover their relationship with the land, and return home with stories that go far beyond the bike.

The trip at a glanceThe trip at a glance

AccommodationAccommodation
Noches a confirmarNumber of nights to be confirmed
StagesStages
5 de gravel5 gravel stages
DistanceDistance
300 km300 km
Elevation GainElevation gain
+5.000 m+5,000 m
RegionRegion
Laikipia · KeniaLaikipia · Kenya
LevelLevel
ChallengingChallenging
GroupGroup
Máximo diez ciclistasMaximum ten cyclists
SupportSupport
Guía profesional y vehículo de asistenciaProfessional guide and support vehicle

El número de noches se concretará en la propuesta de viaje.The number of nights will be confirmed in your trip proposal.

YOUR ROUTE STEP BY STEP

Siete etapas perfectamente equilibradas que te llevan desde el corazón de Granada hasta las aguas del Mediterráneo, cruzando desiertos colosales, altiplanos infinitos y cañones de arcilla diseñados para vivir el gravel más auténtico.

The Starting Point

Día 0: Llegada a Granada

The path ahead

Te recogemos en el aeropuerto o en la estación de tren y nos trasladamos cómodamente a nuestro hotel de inicio en Granada.

Highlight of the day

Ajustar las bicicletas, repasar la logística del viaje en el briefing inicial y disfrutar de nuestra primera cena para empezar a hacer grupeta antes de ponernos en marcha.

El inicio

Día 1: Granada → Purullena (82 km | +1.900 m)

Terrain character:

Dejamos atrás Granada para ascender directos hacia el Altiplano. El paisaje se abre y se vuelve remoto a cada kilómetro, mostrándote el contraste entre valles verdes y las primeras e imponentes formaciones de badlands de la ruta.

Highlight of the day

Coronar el ascenso y contemplar por primera vez las espectaculares cárcavas de arcilla que rodean Purullena bajo la luz del atardecer.

La puerta del desierto

Día 2: Purullena → Villanueva de las Torres (84 km | +1.400 m)

Terrain character:

La ruta se adentra de lleno en el Desierto de Gorafe. El paisaje cambia radicalmente: pistas de gravel anchas, terreno erosionado y horizontes infinitos que te introducen en la verdadera esencia desértica del viaje.

Highlight of the day

Rodar sintiendo la inmensidad del paisaje agrietado, con la tranquilidad de que tu única preocupación es seguir la línea perfecta en la pista de tierra.

Inmersión absoluta

Día 3: Villanueva de las Torres → Pozo Alcón (78 km | +1.800 m)

Terrain character:

Una jornada completa en el corazón más profundo y aislado del Desierto de Gorafe. Pistas remotas, tramos largos sin rastro de civilización y el imponente terreno desértico como único compañero.

Highlight of the day

Detener la bicicleta a mitad de etapa en medio de la nada para experimentar el silencio absoluto del desierto, un vacío reconfortante que pocas veces se puede vivir en Europa.

Transición y ritmo

Día 4: Pozo Alcón → Baza (80 km | +1.100 m)

Terrain character:

Una etapa más fluida y rodadora que bordea sistemas montañosos y embalses. Combina pistas rápidas de gravel con carreteras secundarias completamente vacías, regresando a los vastos llanos del Altiplano granadino.

Highlight of the day

Aprovechar el perfil más amable de la jornada para rodar a buen ritmo con la grupeta, disfrutando de las vistas panorámicas del agua y la montaña.

The Queen Stage

Día 5: Baza → Escúllar (100 km | +1.900 m)

Terrain character:

La jornada más exigente del viaje. Ascendemos hacia Calar Alto, tocando el punto más alto de toda la expedición. Una etapa de alta montaña que añade altitud, exposición y una perspectiva colosal a la experiencia desértica.

Highlight of the day

Coronar el puerto de Calar Alto y disfrutar de un descenso espectacular con vistas infinitas hacia el valle antes de descansar en el tranquilo pueblo de Escúllar.

Escenario de cine

Día 6: Escúllar → Almería (76 km | +800 m)

Terrain character:

Descendemos desde la montaña para cruzar el Desierto de Tabernas, uno de los paisajes más áridos y cinematográficos de Europa. Pistas de tierra blanca, ramblas secas y un entorno espectacular que nos va acercando poco a poco a la costa.

Highlight of the day

Rodar por las icónicas pistas de Tabernas que han servido de escenario para decenas de películas del salvaje oeste, sintiendo la brisa marina cada vez más cerca.

El final del viaje

Día 7: Almería → San José (47 km | +500 m)

Terrain character:

La última etapa nos lleva directos al Parque Natural de Cabo de Gata. Un recorrido relajado y escénico entre calas volcánicas, senderos costeros y pistas rápidas pegadas al mar Mediterráneo.

Highlight of the day

La llegada triunfal a San José con la grupeta. El momento perfecto para celebrar con una cerveza fría frente al mar la increíble semana de gravel, desierto y exploración que dejas atrás.

The Journey Home

Día 8: Vuelta a casa

Farewell

Después del desayuno en el hotel, organizamos el transfer de vuelta al aeropuerto de Almería.

Highlight of the day

Es momento de despedirse del grupo y poner rumbo a casa con las alforjas de la memoria llenas de desierto.

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WHY EXPERIENCE THE KENYA EXPEDITION WITH US?

Why Laikipia? Because it’s not a national park—at least, not in the way most people imagine it.

Here, there are no fences separating wild animals from daily life. There is no invisible line where nature begins. Across this land, elephants cross the very same tracks you pedal on, reticulated giraffes feed alongside cattle, and Grevy's zebras graze near Samburu villages.

Here, people don't live apart from nature. They live within it. And that is precisely what makes Laikipia unlike any other corner of the Earth.

 

Small Group

Máximo diez ciclistas. Lo suficientemente pequeño para pedalear como una grupeta de amigos, no como un tour organizado.

Pre-Trip Training

Personalised training plan included, so you arrive in Vietnam prepared and ready to enjoy every stage.

WE RIDE WITH YOU

We don’t just hand you a GPX file and disappear. We ride alongside you through all six stages, setting the pace for the group.

Support Vehicle

4x4 coche de asistencia durante las etapas y transporte de equipaje. Si necesitas parar, tu viaje continúa.

Accommodation with local character

Hoteles locales, lodges y bush camps seleccionados para descansar tras cada etapa sin salir de la esencia salvaje de Laikipia.

Transfers Included

We pick you up in Hanoi and take care of all transfers throughout the expedition until we return to the city.

From €1,795 per person

New Group Rates

The more people in your booking, the lower the price for everyone:

1 person 2.295 €
2 people 2.095 €
4 people 1.995 €
6 people 1.895 €
8 people 1.795 €

To secure your spot, a 30% deposit is required upon booking confirmation.

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Your questions answered before you pack your bike

The ideal bike is a gravel bike or mountain bike with generous tyre clearance. We strongly recommend using tyres at least 45 mm wide, with a tread pattern that provides good grip on the loose sandy sections of the African savannah. Your wheels must also be set up tubeless to reduce the risk of punctures caused by thorns or sharp rocks.

 

 

In a remote environment like Laikipia, the support vehicle is an essential part of the experience. Rather than trailing directly behind the group to preserve the true feeling of wilderness, it coordinates meeting points at strategic locations along each stage. On top of moving all your luggage between stays, the vehicle gives us access to 4x4-only terrain to guarantee full logistical backing throughout the expedition. At every stop, you can refill bottles with cold water, replenish energy with fruit, bars, or nuts, change layers, or get mechanical help. If at any point you prefer to rest or can't keep going, you can always hop in and finish the stage comfortably. 

 

 

This trip isn't meant for cycling beginners, but it's not a survival test either. Over five consecutive stages, you'll cover between 50 and 80 km per day on remote and occasionally rough gravel tracks. You should have a solid endurance foundation, feel comfortable spending multiple hours in the saddle, and handle loose gravel, rocks, and sand with confidence. The African heat and sun exposure add an extra physical challenge, so coming well-prepared will help you enjoy the ride to the fullest.

The heat in Kenya is a real factor. To manage it, we plan early starts to take advantage of the cooler morning hours. In the weeks leading up to the trip, we also provide specific guidance on physical preparation and managing your effort in high temperatures. On the road, the guide and support vehicle ensure you always have access to fresh water and electrolytes, greatly reducing the risk of dehydration during the hottest and driest sections of the route.

 

 

No, mandatory insurance is not included so that each participant can select and purchase a policy that best fits their country of origin and personal circumstances. It is a strict travel requirement that your insurance policy specifically covers road cycling, full medical assistance, and repatriation. If needed, we can advise you on finding a suitable option.

 

Very little. All your main luggage travels in our support vehicle from camp to camp, so you only need to carry what you would normally take on a day ride: water, some nutrition, your phone, a spare tube, basic tools, and a light windbreaker or rain jacket if you wish. This keeps your bike light and nimble, even on the most demanding sections.

True to our philosophy of experiencing the journey as a whole, rest is also an essential part of the adventure in Kenya. At the end of each stage, you’ll stay in carefully selected local accommodation, lodges and bush camps integrated into the landscapes of Laikipia. The idea is simple: recover properly, enjoy a good dinner, share the stories of the day around the fire and keep feeling the essence of the African savannah even after the riding is done.

We want everything to be completely clear from day one. The following items are excluded from the trip rate:

  • Flights or arrival and departure transfers to the initial meeting point in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital.

  • Gravel bike and personal cycling gear helmet, shoes, water bottles, personal tools, etc.). Each participant must bring their own bike in excellent mechanical condition

  • Travel insurance covering search and rescue as well as outdoor sports activities,(we can advise you on selecting the right plan if you don't have one).

  • Alcoholic beverages and personal extras at hotels (such as laundry, phone calls, or minibar charges).

  • Meals or dinners not specified in the itinerary program (such as independent lunches during stages).

  • Specific replacement parts required for your bike during the trip (brake pads, tires, specific tubes, derailleur hangers, etc.). We recommend bringing spare parts specific to your bike model.

The adventure starts with a "hello"

We aren't asking for a credit card right now. We just want to know who you are, what your cycling level is, and whether this trip aligns with what you're looking for. Fill out the form, we’ll have a virtual coffee, and we’ll fill you in on the details.

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