24 Day epic Motorcycle Adventure through 5 African Countries

South Africa, Botswana, Zambi, Malawi and Tanzania 

The Johannesburg to Kilimanjaro tour is an unrivaled motorcycle adventure that is not offered commercially by any other motorcycle touring company in Southern Africa.

The tour covers 5,900km, travels through 5 African countries, visits several of the best wildlife parks in the world and Iconic destinations such as Victoria Falls, Lake Malawi, Zanzibar Island and the foothills of Kilimanjaro

Day 0: Arrive in South Africa
Day 1: Pretoria to Kwanokeng, Botswana
Day 2: Kwanokeng to Nata
Day 3: Nata to Chobe National Park, Botswana
Day 4: Rest Day Chobe National Park
Day 5: Chobe to Victoria Falls
Day 6: Victoria Falls rest Day and Helicopter flight
Day 7: Victoria Falls to Lusaka, Zambia
Day 8: Lusaka to Chipata
Day 9: Chipata to South Luangwa National Park
Day 10: South Luangwa Rest Day
Day 11: South Luangwa to Lake Malawi
Day 12: Lake Malawi  Rest Day
Day 13: Lake Malawi to Karonga
Day 14: Karonga to Utengule Coffee Farm, Tanzania
Day 15: Utengule to Iringa
Day 16: Iringa to Dodoma
Day 17: Dodoma to Karatu
Day 18:Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (Day 1)
Day 19: Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (Day 2)
Day 20: Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (Day 3)
Day 21: Karatu to Arusha (Kilimanjaro)
Day 22: Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar
Day 23: Rest Day Zanzibar- Tour of Stone Town
Day 24: End of Tour

Today we leave Pretoria and make our way northwards through the wild province of Limpopo to the Botswana border. The more North you travel in South Africa- the wilder the landscape becomes. After border procedures, we make our way to our lodge in the Tuli Block, our home for the night, based on the Limpopo River (Full of Crocodiles and Hippos). Tonight we have dinner in the beautiful boma. Fall asleep listening to the great sounds of the African night- Lions roaring in the distance…. (B,L,D)

Day 02- Tuli Block to Nata (+- 452km)
Highlights: Makgadigadi Salt Pans

After an early start, we make our way through Botswana towards Nata. Nata is on the outskirts of the Makgadigadi Pans-the largest salt complex in the world. This afternoon we are transported to the Makgadigadi Pans in a Safari Vehicle for a sunset tour of the pans- breathtaking views and African wildlife awaits. (B, L, D)

Makgadigadi Salt Pans

Day 03- Nata to Chobe (+-320km)
Highlights: Ride the wildlife corridor in Botswana, Chobe National Park

Today we make our way to Chobe National Park, right on the border of Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. Botswana is a truly wild country, there are no fences and we often see elephants right on the side of the road on this leg of the trip. We will arrive at Chobe National Park in the early afternoon. This is a river paradise and the only place in Africa where you can do a BIG 5 Safari by boat!   (B,L,D)

See Elephants in Botswana

Day 04- Rest Day Chobe (+-320km)
Highlights: BIG 5 Safari by boat Chobe National Park

Enjoy a well deserved lie in today- and a day at leisure in our lovely hotel on the Chobe River. You may wish to book an optional game drive into Chobe National Park or enjoy a massage at the hotel. This afternoon we board a boat for a BIG 5 safari on the water. You will literally see hundreds of elephants as they come down to the river to drink, swim and play! Enjoy a drink and another beautiful African sunset as the boat gently floats downstream (B,D) 

Day 05 Chobe to Victoria Falls, Zambia (+- 85km)
Highlights: Victoria Falls

Today we make our way into Zambia the 4th country on our tour! We ride to our hotel which is situated on the Zambezi river.  Along the way we will pass bicycles carrying huge loads of wood, coal and maize, dodging Elephants and other wildlife to get their supplies at the Zambian border! The sheer amount of tumbling water of the Victoria Falls creates a constant mist cloud which can be seen from our Hotel grounds. Tonight we enjoy friendly Zambian hospitality at our lodge (Meals: B, L, D)

Day 06- Victoria Falls Rest Day (0-60km)
Highlights: Victoria Falls, Helicopter Flight

You have the whole day free to enjoy all the activities that Victoria Falls has on offer. Included in the tour price is a Helicopter flight over the falls (This is known as The Flight of Angels and is the best way to see the Falls). Other optional activities include: canoeing down the Zambezi, riding elephants or enjoying river rafting on the mighty Zambezi. There are also tours available where you can swim either above or below the tumbling waters of the falls! (Meals: B, D)

Views from the Flight of Angels- included in Tour Price

Day 07- Victoria Falls to Lusaka (+-478km)
Highlights: Riding Zambia

Today we make our way through the beautiful Zambian country side to our trendy hotel which is situated Lusaka- Zambia’s buzzing metropolis and capital city (Meals: B,L,D)

Ox Wagon- Zambia

Day 08- Lusaka to Chipata (+- 575km)
Highlights: Zambian way of life

Today is a very scenic ride through the Zambian highlands. Although it is scenic it is also very long and we only arrive at our hotel in Chipata in the late afternoon. Along the way, we pass thousands of Zambian people going about their daily business- trading chickens and coal piled up high on their bicycles. (B,L,D)

You see Crazy Loads on Bicycles in Africa

Day 09- Chipata to South Luangwa NP (+-136km)
Highlights: South Luangwa National Park

Today we make our way a short distance north to the South Luangwa National Park- an icon in Zambia. We sleep at a wildlife camp on the banks of the Luangwa River in Zambia. South Luangwa National Park is a world-famous safari destination and offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa!  Our Lodge is situated right in the wild and we often have elephants walking right through the camp! In the late afternoon we enjoy a sunset safari and enjoy nocturnal sightings (B,D)

South Luangwa National Park

Day 10 Luangwa NP Safari and ride back to Chipata (+-136km)
Highlights: South Luangwa National Park

Today we have the whole day free to relax and enjoy the wildlife. We are  up bright and early to enjoy a Sunrise Safari into the Park. South Luangwa is famous for its Leopard Sightings. There is a high concentration of Leopards here with 1 Leopard per 4 square kilometers, so seeing these majestic cats is almost guaranteed! On return to the lodge we enjoy time at leisure around the pool and a lovely Lunch. This afternoon we ride back to Chipata to get ready for our ride into Tanzania. (B,L,D)

Elephant exploring the camp @ South Luangwa

Day 11- South Luangwa to Lake Malawi (+-360km)
Highlights: Water based activities, Fishing Village Tour

Today is a great highlight of the trip as we finally reach Lake Malawi, the third-largest lake in Africa and the eighth-largest lake in the world. The tropical waters are reportedly the habitat of more species of fish than those of any other body of freshwater on Earth, making it a top diver location. Ngala Beach is an African beach paradise and our hotel overlooks the peaceful waters of the lake. Enjoy a sundowner while watching African Dhows sail in with the day’s fishing (B,L,D)

Boat ride on Lake Malawi

Day 12- Rest Day Lake Malawi(+- 0-50km)
Highlights: Ngala Beach

Enjoy a rest day on the shores of this beautiful lake. There are many water based activities to partake in, including: snorkeling, Kayaking, fishing or a day trip on a boat. This is truly is a magical place! Sometime during the day, a tour of the fishing village will be organized  – an eye-opening experience. (B,D)

Lake Malawi

Day 13- Lake Malawi to Karongo (+- 376km)
Highlights: Lake Malawi

Today we enjoy more riding through Malawi. There are bicycles everywhere and you will see the friendly Malawian people going about their daily lives, selling fresh produce at the market, displaying their daily catch and thousands of kids walking to school. Tonight we spend a last night on on the breathtaking Lake Malawi (B,L,D)

Lake Malawi fishing Canoe with Lamps for night fishing

Day14- Karonga to Mbeya, Tanzania (+-162km)
Highlights: Untengule Coffee Farm

Today, we bid Malawi and the friendly Malawian people a fond farewell as we make our way further north to cross the Malawi/Tanzanian border into Tanzania and travel to the edge of the Great East African Rift Valley, where we spend the night on a working coffee farm! Here the farm comes alive in June and July when it is harvesting time.  We will arrive in the late afternoon- but there should still be time to enjoy a coffee tour and taste the Untengule coffee. (B,L,D)

Coffee Harvest at Utengule

Day 15 – Mbeya to Iringa, Tanzania (+- 340km)
Highlights: Riding Tanzania, Farm Stay

Tanzania is home to Kilimanjaro (The highest Mountain in Africa and the second highest mountain in the world) as well as some of the best Safari Parks in the world. Today we ride up into Tanzania’s Scenic Southern Highlands and spend our night on a farm in rural Tanzania. (B,L,D)

Tanzanian Highlands

Day 16 – Iringa to Dodoma (+- 266km)
Highlights: Riding Tanzania

Today’s ride is very scenic and as ride up and over several beautiful mountain passes, enjoying the scenery of rural Tanzania. Tonight, we sleep in Tanzania’s official capital city- Dodoma. Our hotel is situated is the midst of the hustle and bustle of the city- a welcome oasis with a pool, bar and restaurant (B,L,D)

Local kids love the bikes!

Day 17 – Dodoma to Karatu (+- 410km)
Highlights: Tanzanian Safari Circuit

Heading further north through Tanzania, we arrive in Karatu- Right in the heart of the Safari Circuit. Karatu is situated on the edge of Ngorogoro Crater and surrounded by National Parks and Wildlife. We enjoy a night in a wonderful African Lodge as we prepare for our up-coming Safari (B,L,D)

Our Lodge in Karatu, on the edge of the Safari Circuit

Day 18 – Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (0-250km)
Highlights: Africa’s Best Wildlife experience

Today we are up bright and early to start our 3 day/2 Night Safari into the spectacular Serengeti and Ngorongoro National Parks. The Serengeti is world renowned for its large lion population and its one of the best places in Africa to view prides in the wild. Approximately 70 large mammal and 500 bird species are found there. This high diversity is a function of diverse habitats, including riverine forests, swamps, kopjes, grasslands, and woodlands. Blue wildebeests, gazelles, zebras, and buffalos are some of the commonly found large mammals in the region. Tonight, we sleep in a luxurious camp in the middle of the wild plains- fall asleep to the sound of Lions roaring in the distance. (B,L,D)

Prepare yourself for an amazing East African Safari

Day 19– Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (DAY 2) (0-250km)
Highlights: Wildlife and Masai Village visit

Up and with sun, we once again have a full day to explore the wild plains of the Serengeti. We will arrive back at Camp mid morning to have a delicious bush brunch. Today we also visit a traditional Masai homestead to see they way the indigenous people of the Serengeti live in harmony with the wild animals who share their land. You will get to meet the locals and see their fascinating Jumping Dance. In the late afternoon we will venture out of camp again to enjoy another Game Drive to see nocturnal animals in their natural Habitat. (B,L,D)

Meet the Masai 

Day 20 – Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (Day 3) (0-250km)
Highlights: Ngorogoro Crater

Today is a major highlight of the Safari as we drive down into Ngorongoro Crater. This caldera is 610 metres deep and its floor covers 260 sqaure kilometers. 25,000 large mammals live within this crater, making for unbelievable wildlife viewing in a confined area. After an amazing morning of wildlife viewing we head back to our lodge, where our motorcycles are waiting for our final few days of riding! (B,L,D)

An Incredible Day of Wildlife Viewing

Day 21 – Karatu to Moshi
Highlights: Kilimanjaro Views (Weather Permitting)

Today we make our way across Tanzania to Moshi at the foot of the Kilimanjaro Mountain. We enjoy a ride through the Kilimanjaro Foothills and arrive at our lodge in the early afternoon. Tonight we celebrate the end of our motorcycle journey with a Tanzanian Feast- dinner will be served with more than twenty assorted Tanzanian dishes, which you can wash down with some local brew, while we are entertained by traditional drumming and Dancing.(B,L,D)

Kilimanjaro in all its glory!

Day 22 – Fly to Zanzibar (0-50km)
Highlights: Zanzibar, Stone Town, Beaches, Scuba Diving, Island Life, Spice Tours

Welcome to Paradise. This morning we take a flight to “Spice Island” (approx. 1 hour) On arrival in Stone Town you will have the opportunity to look around, and see the local spice markets, beautiful Arabic Architecture and boutique shops on a city tour. In the early afternoon, we will have a transfer to our resort in Nungwe- on the northern tip of Zanzibar. The Sama Team has never seen water this blue before!! You have two nights to enjoy this wonderful beach resort. There are many different restaurants and cocktail bars to choose from (B)

Azure waters await you in Zanzibar

Day 23 – Zanzibar Rest Day
(+- 0-20km) Highlights: Zanzibar, Island Life

You have a whole day free to explore this beautiful island. If you would like to go scuba diving or take an African Dhow snorkeling trip – today is the best time to do it. Other optional activities include: Spa Treatments, Spice Plantation Tours, Swimming with Dolphins, Visiting the Monkey Sanctuary. Otherwise you may just enjoy to spend the day relaxing on the beach. It is also possible to rental a small dirt bike (<250cc) and explore the island on two wheels. (Meals included B)

Swimming with horses in front of our hotel

Day 24 – End of Tour

All good thing must come to an and!. Transfers wills be arranged to the airport.
You may however wish to extend your stay in Zanzibar and spend more time relaxing on its beautiful beaches- after all you have earned it after riding 8000km from Cape Town to Kilimanjaro! (B)

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2025 Pricing

Riding 1up sharing on an F800GS: USD 14,810.00
Riding 1up sharing on an F900GS: USD 15,640.00
Riding 1up sharing on an R1300GS: USD 16,390.00
Riding 1up sharing on a R1300GS ADV: 16,640.00

To bring a pillion, add: USD 6,130
For Single supplement, add: USD 1,380
Prices quoted in USD – US DOLLARS

February SPECIAL– BOOK AN F800GS and get a 10% Discount!

Price includes:

• 23Days Motorcycle Rental
• 24 Nights’ Accommodation in 3-4 Star Lodges, hotels or Beach Bungalows
• 24 Breakfasts, 18 Lunches and 22 Dinners
• Tour Guide on a Motorcycle
• Back up vehicle to carry Luggage and a spare motorcycle
• Activities are included follows:
  Helicopter Flight Victoria Falls (The Flight of Angels)
  Big 5 Boat Safari Chobe National Park
  2 x Safaris in South Luangwa National Park
  Tour of Malawian Fishing Village
  3 Day, 2 Night Safari into Ngorogoro Crater and Serengeti
  Tour of Stone Town in Zanzibar
• One way flight from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar
• Transfers From Johannesburg International Airport and to Zanzibar Airport in Tanzania
• Paramedic Joining group in Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania
• Filtered Water, Tea, coffee and Snacks
• Detailed Guide Book/Tour App
• Map of Southern Africa
• Sama T-shirt

Price does not include:

• Petrol (budget US$450 Per motorcycle)
• Cross border Fees (US$250 per motorcycle)
• Visa Fees (+-US$250 per person depedning on nationality)
• Meals and Drinks not mentioned in Tour Includes. Budget US$270- US$400 per person)
• Domestic and International flights. Fly into Cape Town and out of Zanzibar
• Items of a personal nature
• All items not mentioned in “Price includes”
• All meals and drinks other than those specified in “Price includes”
• All Entrance fees other than those specified in “Price includes”

Motorcycles Available include All the latest Model BMW GS motorcycles, including:

• F800GS
• F900GS ADV
• R1300GS
• R1300GS ADV

All our motorcycles are less than 2 Years old. They are maintained daily and serviced regularly through an accredited BMW Motorrad Mechanic, ensuring a hassle free ride through South Africa

This tour includes 24 Nights of 3-4 Star Accomodation

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 BnB’s, or places that have a good atmosphere, exceptional staff, and all the modern amenities.