South Africa XXL Adventure from Kruger National Park to Cape Town - Motorcycle Tour. Join us for a classic motorcycle tour through one of the most beautiful parts of the black continent to South Africa.
Pricing
| per person for 2 persons in double room with 1 motorcycle | €6,595.00 $7,204.42 ? |
| per person for 2 persons in double room with 2 motorcycles | €7,995.00 $8,733.79 ? |
| per person in single room with 1 motorcycle | €8,895.00 $9,716.96 ? |
| Surcharge for all Touring models (Electra Glide®, Street Glide®, Road Glide®, Road King®): | €200.00 $218.48 ? |
| Flight ex Germany (surcharge, starting at): | €100.00 $109.24 ? |
| Flight ex Austria/Switzerland (surcharge, starting at): | €200.00 $218.48 ? |
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| ATTENTION: Prices for 2025 are available on request approx. 1 year in advance! |
Included
| Scheduled flight in economy class with a renowned airline from/to Frankfurt to Nelspruit-Kruger/Cape Town (transfer possible) |
| All European and South African air safety charges |
| Kerosene surcharges as of 09/2023 |
| Air traffic tax for departures ex Germany |
| 15 overnight stays in good/upper-middle class hotels/lodges/B&B's according to the itinerary |
| 15 x breakfast (mix of continental and buffet) |
| Motorcycle rental (BIG TWIN) for the specified period incl. free kilometers and statutory liability insurance |
| TOP PROTECTION: LDW/CDW insurance (exclusion of liability for accident/theft damage) WITHOUT deductible |
| TOP PROTECTION: Exclusion of liability for tire damage |
| TOP PROTECTION: 2 million Euro additional liability insurance |
| 24/7 German-speaking assistance |
| German-speaking tour escort from/to Kruger/Cape Town during the motorcycle tour by an experienced motorcycle guide |
| Support vehicle with local guide during the whole motorcycle tour |
| Luggage transfer during the tour 1 piece of luggage of 23 kg each plus one small piece of hand luggage (We would like to ask you to refrain from using hard-shell suitcases, because they cause problems during transport in the escort vehicle) |
| 1 surprise Dinner |
| BIG FIVE game drive in Kruger National Park |
| Blyde River Canyon & Waterfall Tour |
| Souvenir photo in DIN A-3 format |
| 1 exclusive tour T-shirt/Polo per tour participant |
| Guidebooks and maps |
| Expenditure of personal needs |
| Hotel parking fees |
| Gasoline, oil |
| Motorcycle and rainwear |
| Entrance fees for the attractions or parks |
| Tips |
| Travel insurance etc. |
| Helm rental |
| Everything that is not specified under features |
More details
| Upon request: |
| All our guided tours, we can of course also offer you as a self-guided tour or customize and elaborate for you. You will then receive sufficient maps and information material for this tour and a detailed consultation. Please just ask! |
| 1/2 double rooms are available upon request, subject to availability. |
| All prices include flight ex Frankfurt |
| Prices for other European departure points are available on request. |
| Ask us about tour extensions like Kruger National Park, Namibia, Mauritius or the Emirates! |
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| Special features: |
| Left-hand traffic |
| A major credit card is required (no Amex) |
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| Minimum number of participants: 12 people |
| If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the trip up to four weeks before the start of the trip. |
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| Important info: |
| The following types of motorcycles are available on request. Please let us know two desired types when booking. However, there is no guarantee for the type of machine. With the registration we need a copy of your driver's license and passport. All models come mostly directly from Harley-Davidson®authorized rentals™ partners and are current model years in top condition. |
| ULTRA/ELECTRA GLIDE®- Very comfortable touring machine, air cooled Twin Cam Milwaukee Eight™107/114, 1750/1870 cc V-twin cylinder engine, belt drive, 6 speed transmission, part ABS, windshield, 2 side cases, top case, audio system. Particularly well suited for 2 persons |
| STREET GLIDE® - Comfortable touring machine for long rides, air-cooled Twin Cam Milwaukee Eight™107/114, 1750/1870 cc V-twin engine, belt drive, 6-speed transmission, part ABS, windshield, 2 side cases. Audio system. Particularly well suited for 2 people. |
| ROAD GLIDE®- Comfortable touring machine for long rides, air-cooled Twin Cam Milwaukee Eight™ 107, 1750 cc V-twin cylinder engine, belt drive, 6-speed transmission, windshield, 2 side cases. Well suited for 2 people. |
| HERITAGE SOFTAIL® - Classic touring machine for long rides, air-cooled Twin Cam Milwaukee Eight™ 107/114, 1750/1870 cc V-twin engine, belt drive, 6-speed transmission, ABS, windshield, 2 side pockets. Especially well suited for 2 people. |
| Sportster® 883/1200, ROAD KING® different SOFTAIL® model variants, as well as other models bookable on request! |
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| Entry requirements: |
| For entry to South Africa German, Austrian and Swiss citizens need a valid machine-readable European passport. As a citizen of other countries mentioned above, you may need a visa for entry into South Africa! |
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| An honest word among bikers: Depending on the tour, We ride between 120 and 540 km per day, in a charming and beautiful landscape. The approximate daily number of kilometers can be found in the respective daily program. This means that on some days you may have to leave early and arrive late. Motorcycle riding in a unique landscape is absolutely in the foreground so a certain team spirit and some adaptation to the group are of the highest priority. If you let yourself go for it, you will surely have the adventure of a lifetime and loads of fun. |
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| Travel conditions: |
| Our general travel conditions apply. These will be handed over to you by your booking office. If you have not received them, please inform your booking office or the tour operator before booking. They will then be sent to you immediately. |
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| Road Side Towing Assistance (can be added, please request) included: (1 ) Emergency Road Side Assistance. E.g. out of gas? Forgot to turn off the ignition, battery dead? No problem, the delivery is free of charge, only the costs for the gasoline or the battery have to be paid. (2) Emergency Towing Service. The bike breaks down with a self-inflicted (not covered by warranty) mechanical problem, e.g. diesel tanked, tire punctured, or accident? The bike will be picked up free of charge by a towing service and taken to the nearest garage or rental station that can take care of the problem. |
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| Language: This offer is usually suitable for English and/or German speaking participants. Please enquire for language options. |
| Mobility: The offer is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Please contact us for more information. |
| Flights: round trip airport can be customized upon request. |
Description
Winter in Europe is the season there, enjoy the summer on the other side of the equator, while the cold season is at home. The Kruger National Park with safari, Blyde River Canyon, Swaziland, the Kwa-Zulu Natal, the World Heritage Site Santa Lucia, the Drakensberg, Lesotho, the Transkei, the Eastern and Western Cape, the Valley of Desolation, Route 62, the Winelands, Cape Town and the Cape of Good Hope are the highlights here. We ride this guided tour with one of our connoisseurs as a travel companion and on one of the most iconic motorcycle brands of all - "Harley-Davidson®".
We have prepared a well-planned tour for you, which includes a good number of kilometers of motorcycling every day, but also includes some sightseeing on the outskirts. The motorcycles for our guided tours are mostly from the Harley-Davidson® authorized rentals™ program. This means we have an excellent selection of the latest models with few miles, all of which are well prepared for you. As a further advantage, the whole tour is accompanied by a van. Here, the necessary luggage is stored during the tour and, depending on space availability, accompanying persons can also ride in the van - for you, this means pure motorcycling!
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Daily tour itinerary:
Day 01: Flight to South Africa
This evening your Harley® adventure South Africa starts. After check-in, you will depart from your chosen departure point on an overnight flight with a renowned airline across the African continent to Johannesburg, where you will board your flight and continue to Nelspruit, which is located near the famous Kruger National Park. (Connecting flight).
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Day 02: Arrival in South Africa
During the day you will arrive in Nelspruit and will be picked up by our local agency, which will take you directly to a centrally located hotel near the Kruger National Park. The afternoon and evening are free for you to relax. Overnight stay in the White River/Hazyview area.
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Day 03: Kruger National Park
Early in the morning you will set off with a local guide to the Kruger National Park. This is the largest of its kind in South Africa and is home to about 350,000 wild animals and over 500 bird species, which include many endemic species. Here you have with a little luck the possibility to see the BIG FIVE, these consist of elephant, lion, buffalo, rhino and leopard. Here mountains, bush land and tropical forests are all part of the scenrery. Overnight stay in the Hazyview/White River area.
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Day 4: Blyde River Canyon - Bourke's Luck Potholes Waterfalls
The Blyde River Canyon is one of the highlights in South Africa and the second largest canyon in the country. The red sandstone is again home to lots of wildlife, such as various species of fish, crocodiles, hippos and also numerous species of monkeys. Other highlights of this panoramic tour are the viewpoints at Bourke's Luck Potholess and God's Window. After returning to the hotel, the first meeting with your motorcycle guides will take place for the tour briefing. Overnight stay in the Hazyview/White River area
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Day 05: Motorcycle pick up - Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland), 280 km
In the morning you will be transferred to our local HarleyDavidson® rental partner or pick up your bikes at the hotel and after completing the formalities, you will take over your motorcycles. The route takes you today to the northern border of the Kingdom of Eswatini or also known as Swaziland, which lies like an island within the South African state. This small kingdom is known for its wild landscape and traditional festivals that reflect the Swazi culture. In the afternoon, continue south to reach the capital city of Mbabane and tonight's overnight stop in this region.
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Day 06: Swaziland - Swazi Candles - St. Lucia, 370 km
Today you will continue through the south of Swaziland, where wide sugar cane plantations accompany you on the way. Here the beautiful Swazi candles are handmade, these decorative unique pieces, show animals and the African culture, which you can admire during a stop in one of the small factories. You will leave Swaziland through a small game reserve and South Africa awaits you with St.Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This unique wetland at the mouth of the Indian Ocean is home to hundreds of crocodiles, hippos and unique bird species.
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Day 07: St. Lucia - Crocodiles & Hippos
Today you have the day at your disposal, use the time to relax or to take a bath in the Indian Ocean, which is not far from your hotel. You have the opportunity to join an optional crocodile and hippo boat tour on St. Lucia Lake in the morning. In the evening you can go on an optional wildlife safari at sunset, where you can often see rhinos and hippos on land. Overnight stay in St. Lucia.
TIP: Crocodile and Hippo Boat Tour
OUR EVENING TIP: Wildlife Sunset Safari
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Day 08: KwaZulu-Natal - Drakensberg, 460 km
After breakfast, the tour takes you to the KwaZulu Natal province. Through unique landscapes, lined with small villages, endless sugar cane plantations, forest landscapes and over beautiful curvy roads, you will reach the foot of the Drakensberg Mountains, which are over 3000 meters high. These can be seen from afar and offer plenty of recreational activities. Good restaurants, wineries and local products make up the Natal Midlands. There will be two overnight stays at the Sani Pass, in the Drakensberg region.
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Day 09: Drakensberg - Rest Day - Sani Pass & Kingdom of Lesotho
Today is a rest day at your leisure. The hotel offers a pool, spa, and also a round of golf is possible. For the more adventurous among you, there is the possibility to participate in an optional 4x4 tour with a local guide to the Drakensberg Mountains. These mountains border the African kingdom of Lesotho. The tour takes you almost 1400 meters up to 2876 meters, where you cross the border and visit a local Basutho village. Lunch, of course, is at the highest pub in South Africa Sani Mountain Lodge. Overnight at Sani Pass, in the Drakensberg region.
TIP: 4x4 Four Wheel Drive Tour Drakensberg and Lesotho
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Day 10: KwaZulu-Natal - Eastern Cape - Queenstown, 520 km
Today's longest leg of this tour takes you through the highlands of KwaZulu Natal along the Drakensberg Mountains into the hilly landscape of the Eastern Cape. Wide farmland alternates with small villages. This bridging stage will take you to Queenstown, which is a local center of this region. Overnight stay in Queenstown.
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Day 11: Klein Karoo - Graaff Reinet - Valley of Desolation, 310 km
Today your tour leads you through the Klein Karoo region to the next highlight. The old town of Graaff Reinet, with its over 200 listed buildings, is one of the best-preserved historic sites in the country. With a bit of luck, you will see some of the numerous blue monkeys and antelopes on the way. Before the lunch break, we will ride over the narrow and winding road, into the Valley of Desolation National Park. After a short walk, you will have a fantastic view of the village, the valley, and the Karoo. In time for lunch, you will arrive at your centrally located hotel. There you can relax by the pool or take a walk around this beautiful town. Overnight stay in Graaff Reinet.
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Day 12: Karoo - Oudtshorn - Ostrich Farms, 340 km
Oudtshorn would be just a sleepy little town behind the mountains if it weren't for some large ostrich farms. The old heyday of ostrich farms is now over, but meat and leather production has become profitable again for the local breeders. On an optional visit to one of these farms you will be given an interesting guided tour and an insight into how this unique bird is used today. For dinner, of course, fresh ostrich fillet is on the menu, this paired with one of the good local wines and the evening is perfect. Overnight stay in the Oudtshorn area.
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Day 13: Route 62 - Port and Whisky - Ronnies Sex Shop - Country Pumpkin, 335 km
This morning, we continue our journey along the famous Route 62, which is comparable to the American Route 66, only a bit smaller, but at least as attractive. It originally served to open up the Klein Karoo. The first stop is the Boplaas Wine Estate with its excellent port wines and local whiskies. On the way, you will of course visit the obligatory biker pubs, like Ronny's Sex Shop or the Country Pumpkin in Barrydale. The owners are of course also all enthusiastic Harley® riders and always look forward to a biker visit. In the afternoon we ride through the valleys around Montagu, the whole region is known for its dry fruit industry and the countless fruit orchards along the way bear witness to this. There are still three beautiful passes before you reach your hotel for today in the Touwsrivier area.
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Day 14: Cape Winelands - The 7 Passes Tour, 325 km
In the morning you start with the first beautiful route over the passes in the wine country. After the coffee break in the middle of the wine region, you ride the two winding Baviaanskloof and Du Toitskloof passes and take after your lunch break on a winery, the Franschhoek Pass under your wheels. The Winelands, with famous towns such as Robertson, Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, is just an hour's ride from Cape Town. The region is home to the oldest settlements of Europeans on the black continent. The very fertile area is especially known for its agricultural products and, of course, wine. Over some more challenging mountain passes you will reach the heart of the wine country in the early evening. Overnight stay in the Stellenbosch area.
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Day 15: Cape of Good Hope - Chapman's Peak - Cape Town, 160 km
You leave Stellenbosch and the wine region. From there you ride back to the coast, where you meet the Atlantic Ocean again at Muizenberg. Along the coast, you will reach the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. You will continue on the famous scenic road, Chapman's Peak Drive, to the idyllic Hout Bay, which is known for its seal colonies and the white sharks that hunt there on the offshore islands. In time for the lunch break, you will arrive back in Cape Town via Camps Bay, where you will spend the last two days. After dropping off the motorcycles, you will have the afternoon and evening at your leisure. Visit one of the many restaurants on the Victoria & Albert Waterfront. Overnight stay in Cape Town.
TIP: Sunset on the sailing catamaran, followed by dinner in one of the good steak & fish restaurants of Cape Town (depending on the weather possibly also on the following day).
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Day 16: Free time in Cape Town
Every adventure has an end and unfortunately, today is your last day in Cape Town. Today is at your free disposal. After breakfast, you can start an optional city tour with a visit to Table Mountain. This bus tour includes all the important sights and your local guide will show you the highlights. We recommend you visit the Waterfront, Long Street, and Green Market Square for shopping or take one of the helicopter tours offered locally. Overnight stay in Cape Town.
TIP: City tour of Cape Town with a visit to Table Mountain
TIP: Helicopter tour over the 3 bays around Cape Town and Table Mountain.
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Day 17: Return flight to Europe
Depending on the departure time, the morning is at your disposal for the last explorations in Cape Town. During the day you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport. Day or night flight with a renowned airline to your chosen departure point (transfer possible).
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Day 17/18: Arrival in Europe
Arrival at your chosen departure point in the late evening or the course of the next morning and end of the trip.
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