Self-guided adventure, at your own pace on this South African Big Adventure tour. Ride some of the country’s finest mountain passes, from wild coastal stretches into the rugged Cederberg Wilderness and across the wide-open Tankwa Karoo. The journey builds towards a safari finale among Africa’s iconic wildlife.
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Explore one of North Africa’s most spectacular and diverse landscapes – from ancient kasbahs and cinematic backdrops to vast desert plateaus, rocky canyons, and the endless dunes of the Sahara.
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Sweeping coastal roads that hug the ocean, inland passes that carve through untamed wilderness, and landscapes that shift with every twist of the throttle. This is a proper South African big adventure at your own pace, with the hard work handled and the reassurance of support along the way.
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Guided and fully supported, this South African adventure bike tour is an unforgettable journey through some of the country’s finest mountain passes, from striking coastal roads into the rugged Cederberg Wilderness and across the Tankwa Karoo, culminating in a thrilling safari among Africa’s majestic wildlife.
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The world-famous Garden Route earned its reputation for good reason. sweeping coastal roads that hug the ocean, inland passages that carve through wilderness, and landscapes that change dramatically around every bend. You don’t need a reason to take the scenic route but if you want one – we’ve got a whole trip for you.
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You’ll be riding some of the best gravel routes on the planet. From Zimbabwe, we’ll venture across Botswana and into ‘The Land of the Brave’, crossing the entire length of Namibia and down through the western regions of South Africa to finish up in the Mother City: Cape Town.
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Ride from Cape Town to Victoria Falls on this relaxed journey through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Big landscapes, warm hospitality and wildlife-lined sunsets shape the experience, with the focus on discovery rather than difficulty. An easier, pillion-friendly adventure across Southern Africa at its most welcoming.
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Namibia is one of those few places that offer real wilderness and seclusion with an amazing infusion of desert, wildlife and culture. If you want to get as far away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, this Namibian motorcycle tour is for you… this is pure adventure!
Travel through South Africa from tarmac highways to the untamed beauty of the Cederberg Wilderness and Tankwa Karoo. Epic mountain passes and winding dirt roads carry you through landscapes of astounding natural beauty. This is the trip for those who are ready for a real challenge.
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Although Morocco is so close to Europe you can see its shores from the Spanish coast, riding here is a thoroughly North African experience. As soon as you leave major cities and towns, the wilderness that is the Sahara Desert and the Atlas Mountains unfold all around you, and the land changes even more as you ride deeper into the countryside. On or off the road, North Africa motorcycle tours are designed to give you a taste of Africa and experience Morocco in the best way imaginable – on two wheels.
Diversity, diversity and more diversity: Southern Africa motorcycle tours are jam-packed with sights and experiences changing on a daily basis, and riding here, you’ll get to face the best of it all. Unique wildlife sightings, contrasting landscapes from deserts to jungles and mountain passes to coastal routes, sweeping tarmac roads and gravel trails, different cultures and ways of life and some of Africa’s most iconic destinations such as the Victoria Falls – our motorcycle tours in Africa promise to wow you with countless extraordinary experiences.
The only minor issue would be the final riding day as it felt a little rushed to be at Addo in time for the excursion. My preference would be another full day of riding on a slightly more exciting route, get to the accommodation in the evening, hand the bikes back, final dinner with the full team and then have the Addo excursion on the next day (if people choose to).
Aud and I cant thank you guys enough. This was a remarkable trip and everyone we have bored with the details of it have been commenting the same. We'd come away with you again, but my fear is how could the next trip live up to this one. You got this spot on. Thankyou.
Fantastic scenery - mountains, sea, woods, hills and just the right amount of off-road trails for me.
The perfect balance of fun, safety, distance covered, sights seen and good food and lodgings
We had an amazing time! Such a fun way to see Africa!
I so badly want to give you 5stars! It was definitely a trip of a life time. There were somme communication issues and schedule issues which made the entire trip feel very rushed and did not allow us to enjoy our accommodations or to see all of the things listed in the itinerary.
What an amazing itinerary. From the delights of Cape Town; the scale of Namibia; the animals; the people; the accommodation (top class); the culinary experience and the wonders of nature. Danie shared his immense knowledge and expertise and made us all feel like professionals
A good group and RE Team. Excellent when we had time to enjoy the facilities.
What can I say? EVERYTHING is taken care of. What impressed me the most was the organization of the tour. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and accommodations were all set up so we had no worries about what to do. Luggage was always in our room upon arrival or soon afterwards.
Amazing route. Your team (Danie, Llewellyn and Eddie) were outstanding. Danie puts his heart and soul into making sure each guest has an exceptional experience. You guys catered to our every need. Every single detail of the trip was well organized. We can't thank you enough.
Excellent tour including all aspects, accommodation, meals, routes, especially the staff.
Excellent tour, well organised and well led. Would definitely do another one in the future. Thankyou to the entire team, office staff and road crew.
Truly wonderful Garden Tour!
Wow! Just returned from doing the Garden Tour in Cape Town, South Africa and I'm already missing it.
Firstly our tour guide Danie was fantastic in guiding us on our route and always happy and very knowledgeable.
The roads were amazing and the bike was a joy to ride. The hotels we stayed in each night were first class. The food was great and the group all got on and had a truly memorable time.
I've never crossed so many experiences off my bucket list as I have on this tour, and I can't wait to do another one. This for me was an epic adventure that I didn't want to end.
Thank you to everyone who made this such an awesome adventure. The communication from Megan and Kerry, the tour from Danie and his backup driver...you guys at Ride Expeditions are fab!! ❤
Source: Google My BusinessWonderful experience. Great attention to detail. Very good communication . Equipment was in good shape. Great accommodations and great food. Dani And Bert were top-notch- gracious and friendly hosts, but also very professional, and competent. The trip ran like clockwork. We did not want to give the bikes back. Highly recommend.
Source: Google My BusinessRide expeditions has everything. The expertise, the terrain knowledge, the staff and the hotels for an incredible adventure. I was in Southafrica (Sea to safari) and the experience was amazing, beautiful landscapes, delicious food good company and good routes to discover it on motorcycles.
Source: Google My BusinessJust back from Capetown to Vic falls with Danie and Eddie from Ride expeditions. Absolutely top class trip and the two lads went above and beyond EVERY single day.
Bikes were immaculate , accommodation and food was top class. Do not hesitate to book with Ride.
4 of us did Cape Town to Vic Falls. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ride Expeditions. If you're thinking about doing this trip, stop thinking / start doing. Daniel (our guide) & Eddie (in support) are really nice guys and spoilt us.
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Having ridden the Ride Expeditions Himalayan Heights tour two up in August 2022, my wife and I have just completed another awesome experience riding from Victoria Falls to Cape Town.
Ride Expeditions are class leaders in adventure motorcycling. They are not the cheapest provider, however they charge very few extras and provide great routes, guides, bikes, support truck, accommodation and food. The safety support backup includes 24 hour monitoring of each and every tour by a dedicated back office team who know and understand the local environment, the local authorities and the risks.
We are planning another adventure with them soon.
The tour was exceptionally well organised and run. literally all we had to do was ride the bikes and take on the trucks. Everything else just happened around us. The roads and especially the terrain was outstanding. The mountains never ended, bearing amazing scars, or rather statements of the phenomenal tectonic forces that put them there.
Danie was a wonderful, gregarious tour leader with incredible patience. Not to forget the local guides who helped him.
Unfortunately, like many 3rd world countries, the amount of plastic and rubbish in the environment is disturbing.
"Accommodation throughout the tour was varied in style but that's not to say it was bad, far from! From sleeping in hotels and 5 star tents, to guesthouses and even a luxury cave! All of this added to the adventure! Food on the tour was also amazing and I could not recommend Ride Expeditions more highly!"
"Toby and Anna are the masters of making sure everyone gets value for their money, with unique character filled overnight stays, yarns around the campfire, great home cooking and amazing tar/dirt roads for those who like to be challenged. Nothing was too much trouble for them and I would love to do another ride with them again one day!"
Source: Test Source"All in all, I could not recommend both Ride Expeditions & the Cape Crusader Tour enough, with a bit of luck I’m hoping I can make a 3rd trip with Ride Expeditions this year. "
With just a short ferry ride from Spain, Morocco is an unrivalled motorcycling playground in North Africa. The colourful Moroccan towns and souks, the Sahara Desert, and the rugged Atlas Mountains separating the coast from the arid desert regions provide a contrasting experience on two wheels.
If you’re all about riding the dunes and crossing the Sahara on dirt, this is paradise. Merzouga is a desert oasis and a basecamp for the big North African rally races, where you’ll get to play Dakar in the massive sand dunes, dusty plains and rocky plateaus, all the while enjoying Moroccan hospitality and cuisine.
For adventures on paved routes, Marrakesh is the gateway into the Sahara and the Atlas Mountains revealing stunning views of the deep gorges, valleys, and red rock formations. The landscapes in Morocco are dotted with small Berber villages and red-walled desert towns boasting a lively culture with French, Andalusian and Berber influences, distinctly North African sights and smells and truly Moroccan vibes, guaranteed to inspire a sense of adventure.
Morocco is a year-round destination, but Northern Africa motorcycle tours usually run in the spring and autumn months to avoid the scorching summer temperatures when the heat in the desert becomes unbearable. While you can expect sunny, warm weather during the day, pack a warmer layer or two for those chilly desert nights – even during summertime, the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara get much cooler at night.
Looking for that ultimate Africa motorcycle tour designed to showcase it all – the scenery, the wildlife and culture? Southern Africa offers the most diverse, awe-inspiring landscapes combined with incredible wildlife sightings along the way.
In South Africa, you’ll get to ride stunning coastal roads, try the traditional South African braai (barbecue) and ride some gnarly off-road trails if you’re looking for dirt and glory.
Lesotho offerS a grand welcome with a ride over the Sani Pass, a rugged, twisty gravel road climbing up a face of a mountain.
in Namibia, you’ll experience just how small we humans really are – out here, the Kalahari and Namib Desert stretch for hundreds of miles with not a living soul in sight, and Namibia’s Mars-like landscapes with undulating orange dunes contrasting against white clay pans and dead tree skeletons will make you feel like you’re traversing a land so wild and remote it barely resembles planet Earth.
Next up is Botswana where the Kalahari Desert meets the lush green Okavango Delta with herds of elephants roaming free and lions congregating around watering holes along with the rest of Africa’s Big Five – the rhino, buffalo, and leopard. Finally, you’ll get a chance to see one of the Seven natural Wonders of the World, the majestic Victoria Falls separating Zimbabwe and Zambia, known locally as “Smoke That Thunders” because of the massive spray and roaring sound the Falls make as the full force of River Zambezi plunges down a chasm in a vertical line.
A Southern Africa motorcycle tour is a incredible experience you’ll never forget, offering so many diverse landscapes, unique cultures, free-roaming wildlife and places off the beaten path you’ll feel like a nineteenth-century explorer discovering this vast and contrasting continent for the first time.
Riding in Southern Africa is a next-level adventure and we’re sure you’ll want to come back here again and again.
For motorcycle touring, Southern Africa is mostly a year-round destination with warm temperatures around the clock. For the best wildlife experiences, the dry season between May and November is ideal as this is when the animals gather around the watering holes, making it much easier to spot them. Coincidentally, the dry season is also the best time to see the Victoria Falls as the lower water level allows for better views (when the water volume is high, the spray often hides the depth of the Falls from view).
