On this trip along the Rainbow Nation coast, you will cover approximately 3000 kilometers in 11 riding days. Through the most diverse regions of South Africa, we ride from one highlight to the next.
Pricing
| per rider in shared/double room incl. rental motorcycle BMW GS 750 (Only available for a booking of two persons. Single travelers need to choose the single room surcharge.) | €4,990.00 $5,461.31 ? |
| per pillion passenger in shared twin/double room (pillion passengers can only book along with an accompanying rider) | €2,990.00 $3,272.41 ? |
| per person single room (surcharge - only available with an additional selection of the basic price "per rider in shared twin/double room") | €990.00 $1,083.51 ? |
Included
| 11 days rental motorcycle BMW GS 750 unlimited mileage & insurance |
| English/German-speaking certified tour guide on motorcycle |
| Support vehicle with SAT telephone, technology & first aid |
| Pillion passengers possible in the escort vehicle |
| Luggage transport max. 1 piece per person |
| 11 guided tours |
| 12 overnights in double room in comfortable guest houses & lodges |
| Breakfast every day |
| 4 x 4 Excursion Lesotho |
| Maps, routes and info package, daily briefing |
| Airport transfer on the day of arrival and departure |
| T-shirt of the organizer |
| - |
| - Optional - |
| Other desired rental motorcycles subject to availability and upon request: |
| BMW R 1250 GS |
| BMW R 1250 GS Adventure |
| BMW 850 GS & BMW 850 GS Adventure |
| Honda Africa Twin Adv. Sport |
| KTM 1290 Super Adventure R |
| Insurances |
| Fuel |
| Personal expenses |
| Everything that is not specified under services |
More details
| Total distance: about 3000 km |
| Daily stages: approx. 80 - 420 km |
| Duration: 11 guided day motorcycle tours |
| - |
| Group size: |
| Minimum 6 participants, maximum 12 participants per appointment. |
| Minimum 4 to maximum 6 participants per certified motorcycle tour guide. |
| - |
| Prerequisite: |
| Complete protective clothing, boots, pants, jacket, helmet, and motorcycle gloves. |
| Driving license of the appropriate category must be carried at all times. |
| Physically & mentally unrestricted & Capable of riding 300 km per day. Short gravel passages should not be a problem. |
| - |
| Road condition: fluid combinations of curves and long straights, mostly well paved, sometimes very little traffic (except in urban areas), small natural surface passages, some potholes possible. |
| Climate: Pleasantly warm. At high altitudes and on the cape it can get quite cool. |
| - |
| Tour Guides: |
| Are certified and locally knowledgeable |
| have fun touring & traveling |
| are focused on safety & details |
| - |
| Routes: |
| are mostly not main routes |
| have a reasonable number of kilometers |
| with sights & activities |
| - |
| Location: |
| is always 1st choice (motorcycle friendly) |
| are top accommodations (mostly with luggage transport) |
| is a top restaurant/ bar/ coffee-shop |
| - |
| Participants: |
| experience great memories together |
| are on the road with about 6-8 riders per guide and about 12 - 16 riders in the group |
| find their place among like-minded people |
| - |
| Safety: |
| A big issue for travel in South Africa. We ride on the left-hand side of the road and practice this first. Don't worry, you'll learn quickly and off we go from one safe resort to the next. We use the personal support of our friends and family. |
| - |
| Road Tour: |
| We mainly travel on asphalt roads. Depending on the wishes of the participants, we can ride some kilometers on natural surface. |
| - |
| Difficulty level: skill level 1 (I have a motorcycle license and ride my motorcycle occasionally. I almost always ride my motorcycle on asphalt, but I dare to ride a few kilometers on dirt roads or gravel if it is not difficult. I like riding a motorcycle, but I don't want to overexert myself. I am physically and mentally capable to spend the day with regular breaks on the bike ). |
| - |
| Your motorcycle: |
| You rent the motorcycle from our partner in Pretoria and return it in Cape Town. We will take care of the return transport of the motorcycle. |
| - |
| Your accommodation: |
| In South Africa we travel from resort to resort. For you this means that you are always on the safe side, and in top accommodations. |
| - |
| 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. |
Description
With an average of 320 kilometers and 4 - 6 riding hours on the motorcycle per day, we are very flexible. There are enough opportunities for stops in between. Depending on the wishes of the participants, there is also the possibility to ride a few kilometers off the paved roads. Offroad.
From Pretoria, we head to the Lowfeld, where we stay overnight in Mbombela (Nelspruit), Mpumalanga. After a first night near the Kruger National Park, we ride to eSwatini. From the Kingdom, we move toward the coast. St. Lucia in iSimangaliso Wetlands Park is a place in South Africa where it is not uncommon to encounter a hippo within a town. Surf City Durban has a chic suburb called Umhlanga where we snack the following day before heading for the Drakensberg Mountains.
On the Sani Pass in Lesotho, we find the highest bar in Africa at 2873 meters above sea level. The way there is stony and steep. If you don't want to face this challenge, you can enjoy the ride in an organized tour with a four-wheel ride vehicle. Back in Underberg, we set off the next day for the jewel of the Wildcoast, Port St. Johns.
We leave this authentic piece of Africa at the Umzimvubu River in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela towards Buffalo City. From Port Elizabeth, we travel along the Garden Route to Mosselbay, the penultimate overnight stop before we begin our journey via Cape Agulhas to Cape Town.
With every kilometer ridden, the landscape, the people, and the climate change. A trip that is also suitable for beginners and returners.
Lesotho
From Underberg in South Africa, we move over the 3rd steepest mountain road in the world to Lesotho. No problem: If you don't ride up yourself you will be transported. Have you ever had a drink in the highest pub in Africa?
Kingdom of eSwatini
Old traditions and customs are still part of daily life. You can feel a touch of it when passing through the Drakensberg. Piggs Peak! What a name! We visit the village and the Maguga Dam.
- - -
Tour itinerary:
Day 1: 14.00 Departure from Johannesburg airport to Nelspruit, approx. 320 km.
Individual arrival - morning airport in Johannesburg -.
From the metropolis Johannesburg to Nelspruit, close to the Kruger National Park. On the first day of riding, we will take a relaxed ride from Pretoria to Mbombela (formerly Nelspruit), after picking up the motorcycles in Pretoria North. The Kruger National Park is not far away. Who can hear the lions?
Special features of the day:
- Metropolis Johannesburg
- Getting to know how to ride on the left side of the road
-
Day 2: 09.00 Departure to eSwatini, approx. 150 km
Swaziland (eSwatini) - ride to - eSwatini -
A short gravel road leads us from Nelspruit (Mbombela) via Barberton and Piggs Peak to the Kingdom of eSwatini, renamed from Swaziland. Those who don't like gravel use the option via another border.
Special features of the day:
- Ride from South Africa across the border into eSwatini.
- Piggs Peak
- The original life of the locals
-
Day 3: 09.00 Departure to St. Lucia, approx. 410 km
True Africa in South Africa - From Swaziland back to South Africa -.
The animals on the roads become fewer as we find ourselves back on South African soil. The journey goes to the iSimangaliso Wedlands Park. The animals here are no smaller, hippos may cross our path in St. Lucia.
Special features of the day:
- iSimangaliso Wedlands Parks
- Hippos
- St. Lucia
-
Day 4: 08.00 Departure to Underberg, approx. 440 km
Durban, direction Lesotho - sharks, surfers, and high waves - South Africa writes GUESTHOOD big. After our journey via Durban, we find ourselves in the evening in a Guest House near the border to Lesotho and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Special features of the day:
- Durban
- sharks
- Surfers and high waves
-
Day 5: 09.00 Departure to Sanipass, 80 km, Relaxing
The highest pub in the world - From Underberg over the Sanipass to Lesotho with your rental motorcycle or in a 4×4 vehicle.
Our stop in Lesotho is in the snow-free season, enjoy a drink in the highest pub in Africa and relax with magnificent views of the mountains.
Features of the day:
- Sani Pass
- The typical life of the locals
- The highest pub in the world
-
Day 6: 08.00 Departure to Port St. Johns, approx. 280 km
The Wildcoast - Fall asleep with the sound of the sea -.
Out of Lesotho, into South Africa. In Port St. Johns we are very close to the Indian Ocean. After a ride through exciting landscapes, we fall asleep with the sound of the sea.
Special features of the day:
- Port St. Johns
- True Africa in South Africa
- Very close to the Indian Ocean
-
Day 7: 09.00 Departure to East London, approx. 300 KM
The Transkei, the most authentic piece of Africa in South Africa - The home of Nelson Mandela - enchanting landscapes -.
We don't get to ride the new N2 of the Wild Coast yet. But the plans for this route are about to be realized. Instead, we ride routes that will not exist anymore so soon. Transkei the area was called in former times, today it is still the most authentic piece of Africa in South Africa. Buffalo City, also called East London is our next stop.
Special features of the day:
- The home of Nelson Mandela
- Hilly landscape with colorful huts
- Charming Xhosa villages
-
Day 8: 09.00 Departure to Port Elizabeth, approx. 330 km
Wildcoast towards the Garden Route - The sea in view, on the way to Port Elizabeth -.
From East London, we move today via Port Alfred and with a view into one of the most beautiful marinas, always close to the ocean towards the Garden Route. Port Elizabeth is our destination today. The Waterfront offers fish and the opportunity to get to know South Africans better.
Features of the day:
- Beautiful marinas
- Always along the coast
-
Day 9: 09.00 Departure to Mosselbay, approx. 370 km
The Garden Route - Welcome to the Garden of Eden -
There is hardly an area in South Africa where one could or would like to stop so often. The Garden Route is the most ridden route by tourists. Mosselbay holds a special surprise for us.
Special features of the day:
- Port Elizabeth
- Tzitzikamma National Park
- Mosselbay
-
Day 10: 09.00 Departure to Cape Agulhas, approx. 290 km
The southernmost point of Africa - On the most beautiful detours to Cape Town -.
From Mosselbay there is a direct way to Cape Town via National Road 2. We take a worthwhile detour: Who has ever been to the southernmost point of Africa?
Special features of the day:
- Still Bay
- Witsand
- Arniston
- Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point of Africa
-
Day 11: 08.00 Departure to Cape Town, approx. 300 km
Cape Town, Cape Town, Cape Town - Cape Town is simply stunning -.
The view at the finish of this fantastic trip along the coast of South Africa is simply stunning. After about 3000 kilometers in the saddle, Cape Town offers the right change of pace.
Special features of the day:
- You might see a whale
- Hermanus
- Chapmans Peak Drive
- Cape Town
-
Day 12: home / if you do not want to stay longer