10 Day African Explorer 

Great Motorcycle Adventure through South Africa and Swaziland!
This motorcycle tour of South Africa has it all. Experience African wildlife and South Africa’s best roads on an exciting 10 day adventure. This tour takes  place in Mpumalanga, (often referred to as Bikers paradise) the Kruger National Park, Kingdom of Swaziland, St. Lucia, Hluhluwe National Park and the Kwazulu Natal Battlefields.

This part of South Africa is off the beaten Track- it is the real Africa!

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Day 0
Arrive in South-Africa Bonus Night
Day 1
Pretoria Day tour and Big 5 Safari by Bike
Day 2
Pretoria to Hazyview
Day 3
Ride the Panorama Route
Day 4
Safari into Kruger National Park
Day 5
Hazyview to Ezulwini Valley, Swaziland
Day 6
Swaziland to St. Lucia
Day 7
Rest Day St. Lucia and Safari into Hluhluwe
Day 8
St. Lucia to KZN battlefields
Day 9
Kzn Battlefileds to Pretoria
Day 10
End of Tour

Day 0: Arrive in South Africa
Welcome to South Africa. You can arrive at any time on “day 0” as you motorcycle tour only officially starts on “day 01”. Tonight’s accommodation is included as “Your bonus night”. A friendly Sama Tours representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Pretoria.

Pretoria the Jacaranda City

Day 1: Day tour of Pretoria and BIG 5 Safari by motorcycle (0-50km)
Highlights: Township tour and BIG 5 motorcycle Safari
This morning we will hand over your motorcycle to you and sign all the paperwork. After that is complete we will have a tour briefing and then the fun begins. We start off by taking a tour of a small township just North of Pretoria to experience all the vibrant colors, sounds and tastes of Africa. We will have lunch in a tavern in the township, followed by visit to a rural motorcycle mechanic shop. Afterwards we enjoy a guided motorcycle ride through a BIG 5 nature reserve. Rhinos, giraffes, impala’s and wildebeest can all be spotted from your motorcycle. Tonight, we have a welcome dinner in an African Boma. Welcome to Africa! (B,L,D)

Enjoy a Big Safari by Motorcycle 

Day 2: Pretoria To Hazyview (+-400km)
Highlights: Scenic mountain passes, Long Tom Cannons
Today you make your way up into Mpumalanga- an area known to local riders as “Biker Paradise”. As you head up north, the roads become mountainous with beautiful views of the rolling hills below. A highlight is riding Long Tom Pass. Enjoy the great twisties and arrive in Hazyview in the last afternoon . (B,L,D)

Riding Mpumalanga

Day 3: Panorama route (+- 250km)
Highlights: God’s Window, Bourkes Luck Potholes, The Three Rondavels, Waterfalls, Magical Views Sites
Make your way down into Mpumalanga (an area known to Local Bikers as “Motorcycle Paradise”) the roads here are beautiful and curvy, and there are so many great view points, rock formations and waterfalls along the way. The route includes stops at Bourkes luck potholes, The Three Rondavels, and Gods Window as well as a waterfall or two. We will arrive back in Hazyview in the Late Afternoon. Tonight- you will enjoy a traditional African meal and African dances at the Shangana cultural village (B,L,D)

The Blyde River Canyon Viewsite

Day 4: Half Day Safari- Kruger National Park (+-50km)
Highlights: Safari, African wildlife
Today we will bid goodbye to the motorcycles and board a game viewing Safari vehicle which will transport us into the Kruger National Park. This world famous wildlife reserve is home to the BIG 5 and is roughly the size of a small country. The vastness of the park allows ample opportunity to view wild animals in their natural habitat. We will have a full morning to spot lions, elephants, birds and many different species of animals. In the Afternoon we will return to our hotel in Hazyview where we can relax around the pool or take part in any of the optional activities in the area. (B,D)

 Leopard @ Kruger National Park

Day 5: Hazyview to Swaziland (+-300km)
Highlights: Kingdom of Swaziland
After breakfast we depart for the Kingdom of Swaziland – the home of the friendly Swazi people. After border procedures (passport and possibly visa required) we weave our way along winding country roads and mountain passes. Today we will visit Swaziland’s own glass factory (Ngwenya Glass) and see the world famous Swazi candles being handcrafted at Swazi Candles. There are many excellent restaurants, pubs and craft markets in the Ezulweni Valley where we will overnight at an excellent country lodge, with its own magnificent restaurant on a wooden deck with spectacular views. (B,L,D)

Bulembu Pass, Swaziland

Day 6:  Swaziland to St. Lucia (+- 310km)
Highlights: Relaxing drive through African Countryside
Today we make our way through Swaziland to South Africa’s Zulu Kingdom, homeland of the proud Zulu nation. We make our way down to St Lucia- a world heritage site that is famous for its nature beauty, wildlife and deserted beaches. St. Lucia is also home to an abundance of Hippos and crocodiles that live on the estuary around which the town is based. Tonight we will walk into town for a delicious meal. (B,L,D)

St Lucia- home to hundreds of Hippos

Day 7: St. Lucia  Rest Day (0-50 km)
Highlights: Hluhluwe National Park and Hippo Croc Cruise
Today is dedicated to experiencing African Wildlife! We start off the day with an early morning  a safari into Hluhluwe Umfolozi National Park- this park is home to the Big 5 and is the oldest National Park in South Africa and one of the most scenically beautiful landscapes in South Africa. Enjoy your Game Drive in an open safari vehicle before returning to St. Lucia. In the late afternoon we also enjoy a Lake Cruise  to see hippos and crocodile while enjoying a an ice cold drink. Bliss! (B,D)

Safari into Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve

Day 8: St. Lucia to Kwazulu Natal Battlefields (+- 200 km)
Highlights: Tour of famous Anglo Boer and Zulu battle sites
Time to head inland to the battlefields of South Africa, an area of huge historical significance during the famous Boer-Zulu- British Wars. We arrive at our lodge early in the afternoon, and embark on a tour of the battlefields with a knowledgeable guide who will make them come alive!

Rural Kwazulu Natal- Rorkes Drift Hotel

Day 9: Battlefields to Pretoria ( +- 550 km)
Highlights: Relaxing drive through African Countryside
Time to head back to Pretoria, after a scrumptious breakfast we start the journey back! It is a nice relaxing ride through the interior of South Africa, The bikes will be returned in the afternoon and in the evening we will have a get together where everybody can reminisce about the previous days after which you will be returned to the hotel. (B,L,D)

Local Kids love the motorcycles

Day 10: End of tour: (+- 0-50 km)
Sadly your tour of South Africa has come to an end. We guarantee that you will take home loads of awesome photographs and fond memories of South Africa the warm people you have met. Transfers will be arranged to the airport. You ay wish to extend your motorcycle tour with one of our Add on Tours. Spend a few days in beautiful Cape Town, fly to Victoria Falls or enjoy a 3 Night Safari into Kruger National Park. (b)

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2024 Pricing

Riding 1up sharing on an F750GS: ZAR 96,380
Riding 1up sharing on an F850GS: ZAR 98,380
Riding 1up sharing on an R1250GS: ZAR 109,660
Riding 1up sharing on an R1250GS ADV: ZAR 113,680
To bring a pillion, add: ZAR 41,560
For Single supplement, add: ZAR 9,950
Prices quoted in South African Currency- ZAR.

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Price Includes

9  Days Motorcycle Rental
10 Nights Accommodation in 3-4 Star Accommodation
Petrol and toll fees
Tour Guide on Motorcycle
Back Up vehicle
10 Breakfast, 8 Lunches and 9 Dinners
Pretoria Day Tour
Big 5 Safari by motorcycle
Shangana Evening Festival
Half Day Kruger Park Safari
Safari into Hluhluwe Umfolozi National Park
Tour of the Battlefields
T-shirt
Guide Book
Map of South Africa
Free Transfers from the Johannesburg International Airport
The most amazing motorcycle adventure you have ever had!
All Taxes
Full Motorcycle Insurance (Excess Payable)
Price does not include:

Local and International Flights
Visas (Note American, Australian, British, New Zealand  do not require visas for South Africa or Swaziland)
Drinks
Items of a personal nature
Activities and meals not listed in “Tour Includes”

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This tour includes 13 Nights of 3-4 Star Accommodation

Every night you will have your own Private room with an ensuite bathroom. You can choose to share with your partner or another rider on the tour. Otherwise, you can select our “Single Supplement” to get your own room throughout the tour.

All Accommodation has been handpicked by Sama Tours- we only use high-standard accommodation in good locations. We love African Lodges, Boutique Hotels and BnBs, or places that have a good atmosphere, exceptional staff, and all the modern amenities. 

Examples of Hotels on the  19 Day South African Safari Tour include:

City Lodge Hotel, Pretoria

This is a great City Hotel. Surrounded by shops, restaurants and cocktails bars (all within walking distance) This is a great starting hotel where you can relax and get over any jetlag you may have. It is close to all Pretoria’s Main Attractions as well as Sama Tours headquarters. Modern Amenities include: Wifi | Laundry | Room Service

Mantenga Lodge, Swaziland

On arrival enjoy a fresh glass of juice while enjoying views of Execution Rock. Thr rooms are beautifully appointed and the staff are the friendliest in Africa. Enjoy a delicious dinner on the wooden deck while the chef serves up Flame grilled meals that tantalise our tastebuds

Isandlwana Lodge, Kwazulu Natal Battlefields

Everyone comments that this is one of their favourite hotels, Perched high up on the hillside with breathtaking views of the Battlefields, this luxurious hotel checks all the boxes

Semonkong Lodge

This is a one-of-a-kind luxury lodge located in one of the most remote countries in the world- Lesotho. Situated in a small village, on the river, this lodge is a hive of activity, relax on your balcony as you watch Basotho herdsman riding their horses down into town with their pack donkeys and sheep. Enjoy a cozy evening at your fireplace in your stone-walled chalet. Dine on delicious homemade bread and other delectable treats at the Duck and Donkey Pub

Please note that well the above hotels are our first choices, we don’t always get availability on the dates we need. In this case, we source hotels next door or nearby that are of the same high standard and quality or better.