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TATU CITY

Get ready for an unforgettable race experience in Tatu City, where the course weaves through stunning landscapes in the heart of Nairobi. Riders will enjoy a mix of smooth gravel roads, flowing single tracks, and scenic paths through coffee plantations, offering a unique blend of speed and adventure. The course has been revamped with new tracks, featuring a dynamic combination of flat sections for rhythm and punchy climbs to test your endurance.
Don't miss out on all the race village vibes with great food, drinks, music and a free kids fun zone!

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THE LOOP SAFARI RACE SERIES - TATU CITY

1 February 2025

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2025 RESULTS

Get ready for an unforgettable race experience in Tatu City, where the course weaves through stunning landscapes in the heart of Ruiru. Riders will enjoy a mix of smooth gravel roads, flowing single tracks, and scenic paths through coffee plantations, offering a unique blend of speed and adventure. The course has been revamped with new tracks, featuring a dynamic combination of flat sections for rhythm and punchy climbs to test your endurance.
Don't miss out on all the race village vibes with great food, drinks, music and a free kids fun zone!

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TATU CITY 

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TATU CITY 2025 GALLERY

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ROUTE OPTIONS

The event offers multiple route options, catering for all abilities;

 Kids Circuit Race

Chui Route - 20km 

Duma Route - 60 KM

Simba Route - 120 KM

All routes on the race course will be clearly marked and GPX files shared upon registration.

Cubs - Kids Zone (Fun skills and testing sessions)

Chui Route - 20km (1 Lap)

Duma Route - 60km (1 Lap of 20km + 1 Lap of 40km)

Simba Route - 120km (1 Lap of 20km + 1 Lap of 40km + 1 Lap of 60km)

Cubs - Kids Zone (Fun skills and testing sessions)

Chui Route - 20km (1 Lap)

Duma Route - 60km (1 Lap of 20km + 1 Lap of 40km)

Simba Route - 120km (1 Lap of 20km + 1 Lap of 40km + 1 Lap of 60km)

Fuel Stations and Safety 

There are 4 water stations along the full race course:

  • Participants on the 20LOOP will have access to one fuel station at ~15 KM.


  • Participants on the 60LOOP will have access to two fuel station at ~15 KM and ~35 KM.


  • Participants on the 120LOOP will have access to four fuel station at ~15 KM, 35 KM, 70 KM and 90 KM.


All participants MUST hear a helmet whilst on the bike within the race village and race course.

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Race Routes Information and GPX files

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SIMBA 

  • Swag Bag

  • Buff

  • One meal tickets; (Lunch)

  • Race number and timing chip

KES 3,500

RACE PACKAGES

HYENA

  • Race number and timing chip

  • Swag bag

KES 1,000

5,000 KES per event if you sign up for the entire series.

NYATI

  • Race number and timing chip

  • One meal tickets; (Lunch)

  • Swag Bag

KES 2,500

5,000 KES per event if you sign up for the entire series.

FAMILY/KIDS

  • Race number

  • Free entry to the kids zone

KES 500

5,000 KES per event if you sign up for the entire series.

SIMBA 

  • Swag Bag

  • Buff

  • Two meal tickets; (Breakfast & Lunch)

  • Free coffee and beer/soda

  • Race number and timing chip

KES 3,500

NYATI

  • Race number and timing chip

  • One meal tickets; (Lunch)

  • Swag Bag

KES 2,500

TEAMS

KES 7000

  • Race number and timing chip for 7 Riders in a team

  • Swag bag for 7 Riders in a team

RACE PACKAGES

SWARA

  • Race number and timing chip

  • Swag bag

KES 1,500

FAMILY AND KIDS

  • Spectator race village tickets

KES 500

ACCOMMODATION

During the event in Iten, participants must arrange their own accommodation. You can choose to stay at either a Hotel, a Bed & Breakfast or Campsite. 

Hotel Options:

Hotel options in Iten are limited, we advice you book these early in advance to avoid disappointment.  

Hotel: Kerio View

Location: 3.5 km from race village on rideable roads.

Price: $$$ (from KES 8,500)

Options: Single & double rooms, BB, Half Board and Full board options available

 

To view and book hotel accommodation options in Iten, please visit https://kerioview.com/ or call +254722 78 19 16

Bed & Breakfast Options:

B&B options in Iten are numerous , we advice you book these in advance to avoid disappointment.  

Hotel: Naveen Resort

Location: 1.5 km from race village on rideable roads.

Price: $$ (from KES 1,000)

Options: Single & double rooms, BB (Restaurants available on site for other meal options)

 

For Naveen Resort rates and bookings call +254718092176 

 

Hotel: Jamaica Kingstone Resort

Location: 700m from race village on rideable roads.

Price: $$ (from KES 1,000)

Options: Single & double rooms, BB (Restaurants available on site for other meal options)

 

For Jamaica Kingstone Hotel rates and bookings call +254714918844

Camping Options:

Camping in Iten are numerous , with the closest campsite located directly opposite the race village. Experience Iten's view point from you tent and the perfect evening temperatures.

Campsite: Tirinya Campsite

Location: 100m from race village on rideable roads.

Price: $ (from KES 500)

Options: Bring your own tent. Showers and toilets available on site. Restaurant 50m away for convenient meals with a view.

 

For Tirinya campsite rates and bookings call +254723678744 (Raphael camp manager).

 

Bike Drop Option

We have partnered with Wells Fargo to ensure all participants have access to bike transport for our events. Wells Fargo offer a courier service for a return bike transfer to and from Iten.

 

Those opting for this service will be required to drop off and pick up their bikes at these locations: 

Bike Drop-off Nairobi: 

Between 0900h and 1630h, on Friday 8th March 2024

Wells Fargo Office

TotalEnergies ABC Service Station, Waiyaki way 

Bike Pick-Up Iten:

Between 1600h and 1800h, on Saturday 9th March 2024

Race Village

Iten People's Park, Iten

The price for a return trip Bike drop off service is KES 2800

GET GEARED FOR TATU CITY!

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Bicycles, accessories and parts sales. 
(Gigiri, Nairobi)

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An opportunity for every cyclist to level up and upgrade to CYCLING GEAR, that will last for years to come! 

Exclusive 15% discount using the code: SRS_TATU

(Country wide delivery)

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BIKES AND HELMET HIRE.
Reserve your bike today!

 
Contact via Whatsapp HERE.

(Pre-book from KES500/hr)

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Bike servie and Maintenance
(Upperhill, Nairobi)

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