34 Day Kilimanjaro to Cape  Town Tour

34 Day Tour: This tour from Kilimanjaro to Cape Town is set to be an amazing adventure!

This epic adventure tour will take you on an 7,500km ride from Kilimanjaro all the way to Cape Town at the Southern Most Tip of Africa- Along the way you will ride through 6 African Countries including Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa.

Route Summary

The tour starts off with  a magical Island stay on the Spice Island of  Zanzibar, we then ride the foothills of Kilimanjaro, enjoy a 3 Day Safari into Ngorogoro, and Serengeti National Parks, and ride down through the eastern highlands of Tanzania all the way to Lake Malawi.

After Exploring the Lake from North to South we visit South Luangwa National Park in Zambia to see the elusive leopard in the wild, then marvel at the breathtaking Victoria Falls and cruise down the Chobe River on a Big 5 Safari,.

Next up we travel through Botswana’s Wildlife Corridor and enjoy a night out on the Makgadigadi Salt Pans and go Canoeing past hippos and crocodiles in the Okavango delta.  From here we enter Namibia and play in the magnificent sand dunes of the Namib desert in Swakopmund and ride all the way to Fish River Canyon, the 3rd Largest Canyon in the world!

Back in South Africa we ride all the way to the the Cape Point Peninsula at the Southern Tip of Africa and enjoy over 200 km’s of breathtaking sea cliff roads all the way into Cape Town.

This is the Ultimate Motorcycle adventure.

Day 0- Arrive in Zanzibar

Welcome to Tanzania. You can arrive at the Zanzibar International Airport at any time today as the official start of the tour is only the next day. A representative from Sama Tours will be waiting at the airport to take you to your hotel in the North of Zanzibar. Relax and enjoy the colourful culture and white sandy beaches of the “Spice Island” We believe that the best way to get over jet lag and a long-haul flight is to relax in paradise. Today you are free to do just that. Why not book yourself a spa treatment or just relax on a sun lounger, drink in hand with beautiful ocean views? For the more energetic there are lots of optional activities on offer including Scuba Diving, Snorkelling, Village tours and more.

Welcome to Paradise

Day 01- Day Tour of Stone Town and Welcome Dinner
Highlights: Stone Town, rooftop dinner

Today we enjoy a  waling tour of Stone Town. We enjoy exploring the narrow winding streets of Zanzibar’s capital, taking the time to visit the buzzing spice markets and learn about Zanzibar’s colorful history. This is followed by our official Welcome dinner on a rooftop with spectacular views of a Zanzibar at Sunset, African Dhows floating in the distance. Enjoy exotic tastes and flavors, washed down with refreshing cocktails while you get to know your fellow travellers (Meals Included: B,D)

Zanzibar is a tropical paradise 

Day 2- Flight to Kilimanjaro
Highlights: The Highest Mountain in Africa

This morning we enjoy a flight to Kilimanjaro- If we are lucky- we will have views of the snow capped peak as we touch down at the Kilimanjaro International Airport. Today se will see out the motorcycles, have a pre tour briefing and a short ride around the foothills of Kilimanjaro (Time dependent) This evening we enjoy a traditional Swahili dinner, dancing and drumming at Honey Badger Lodge. (B,L,D)

Kilimanjaro- The highest mountain in Africa

Day 3: Arusha to Karatu (+- 250km)
Highlights: Riding Tanzania

Today we depart for Karatu, right in the heart of Tanzania’s Safari Circuit. Karatu is situated on the edge of Ngorongoro Crater and is surrounded by National Parks and Wildlife. We enjoy a night in a wonderful African Lodge as we prepare for our upcoming Safari  (Meals Included: B, L, D )

Only 8,000km to go to Cape Town

Day 4 –Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro 
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)

Enjoy a Safari into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater

Day 5 –Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (DAY 2)
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)

Day 6 –Safari into Serengeti and Ngorogoro (Day 3) 
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)

Day 7 Karatu to Dodoma (+-410km)
Highlights: Riding Tanzania

Today we ride South to Tanzania’s official capital city- Dodoma. Our hotel is situated in the midst of the hustle and bustle- a welcome oasis with a pool, bar, and restaurant (B, L, D)

Local Masai in Tanzania

Day 8 Dodoma to Iringa (+-266km)
Highlights: Scenic Mountain passes

Today’s ride is very scenic and as we ride up and over several beautiful mountain ranges and enjoy the scenery of rural Tanzania. In the early afternoon we will arrive at the “Old Farm House” This is an Iconic stop on the African overland route. We spend the night on a working farm that is run by a local family who will amaze you with their hospitality and home-cooked food. (B,L,D)

Southern Highlands in Tanzania

Day 9  Iringa to Untenguele Coffee Farm (+- 302km)
Highlights: Utenguele Coffee Farm

Today we travel further South through 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 Time @ Utenguele

Day 10 – Utenguele to Koronga, Malawi (+- 168 km)
Highlights: Lake Malawi

After an early breakfast, we ride way down through the Southern Highlands of Tanzania and into Malawi where we will get our first glimpse of Lake Malawi- “The Lake of Stars” 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 fresh water on Earth. Tonight, we spend our first night in Malawi right on the Lakeshore with views of the beautiful Azure waters (Meals Included B, L, D)

Lake Malawi Fisherman getting ready for some night fishing.

Day 11- Koronga to Lake Malawi (+- 300 km)
Highlights: Lake Malawi

Today we enjoy more riding through Malawi as we head south along the lake to Ngala Beach. There are bicycles everywhere and you will see the friendly Malawian people going about their daily lives, selling fresh produce at the market, and displaying their daily catch. You will see thousands of kids walking to school. We should arrive early and you can spend the afternoon enjoying lake activities- take out a paddle ski for free, play a game of beach volleyball, enjoy the local birdlife or enjoy a lake swim/ cruise on the Temba Tumba  (Meals Included B, L, D)

Ngala Beach Lodge

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

Enjoy a rest day on the shores of this beautiful lake.  There are kayaks available to take out onto the lake, or you can just enjoy relaxing by the pool or take a walk along the lake shore. During the day we also go on a tour of the local fishing village, an eye-opening experience as you meet the local villagers and learn more about their daily life. This truly is a magical place. (Meals included: B, D)

Taking the Bicycle “Taxi Driver” for a ride

Day 13- Lake Malawi to  Chipata, Zambia (+-360km)
Highlights: Welcome to Zambia

Today we make our way into Zambia. En-route, we travel through the Nkotakhota wildlife area. We have special permission to ride through this national park and often enjoy incredible wildlife sightings along the way. Once in Zambia, we ride to Chipata. Enjoy meeting the local Zambians as they travel along the route on their trusty bicycles. We often stop here to give out soccer balls to the local kids who absolutely love seeing the motorcycles (B,L,D)

Bikes bring excitement wherever we ride

Day 14: Chipata to South Luangwa National Park (+-140km)
Highlights: Leopard Safari

Today we have a very short ride to 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 viewings 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 our first game drive into the park, enjoying amazing wildlife sightings as the sun sets over the African plains. (B,L,D)

Elephants walk right through our Camp @South Luangwa National Park

Day 15- Safari in Luangwa National Park, Ride back to Chipata (+-140km)
Highlights: Incredible Wildlife at Luangwa

We have the whole morning free to relax and enjoy this unique African wilderness. We enjoy an early morning game safari into South Luangwa Park. Luangwa has a very dense population of Leopards. With one leopard per 4km squared, your chances of seeing this elusive wild cat are really good!  Back at the lodge, we enjoy a scrumptious Brunch/ Lunch and in the early afternoon we take a ride back to Chipata

South Luangwa has the highest concentration of Leopards in Africa

Day 16- Chipata to Lusaka (+- 575 km)
Highlights: Riding Zambia

We are officially halfway through the tour. You will already have seen so much, with even more to look forward too. We depart Chipata early and ride through Zambia to our lodge for the night which is situated in Zambia’s buzzing metropolis and capital city, Lusaka.  (Meals included: B,L,D)

Ox Wagon Zambia

Day 17- Lusaka to Victoria Falls, Livingstone (+- 478 km)
Highlights: Victoria Falls

Today is a major highlight of the trip. It is a long ride through Zambia- but at the end of the day you will be rewarded with views of the awe-Inspiring Victoria Falls (Known to locals as “the Smoke the Thunders”) In the late afternoon we will arrive at our resort hotel, located right on the Zambezi River, just a few km’s from the falls. If we arrive early enough you can enjoy a stroll along the pathways surrounding the falls, sharing the amazing views of tumbling water with inquisitive baboons playing in the spray from the falls (Meals included: B, L, D)

Victoria Falls- the Smoke that Thunders!

Day 18- Rest Day Victoria Falls
Highlights: Victoria Falls Rest Day, Helicopter Flight

You have the whole day free to enjoy all the activities that Victoria Falls has on offer. Included in the tour 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, elephant safaris, 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)

The Flight of Angels- included in Tour Price

Day 19- Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park (+- 100 km)
Highlights: Sunset Boat Safari in Chobe National Park

It is a short ride from Zambia into Botswana where we will get to Chobe National Park in the early afternoon. Our Luxury African Lodge is situated right on the Chobe River. This afternoon we embark on a Boat Safari- this is the only place in the world where you can enjoy a BIG 5 Safari by boat. On the boat cruise, you will literally see thousands of elephants playing in the reeds and mud pools. If you are lucky you might even see Elephants swimming across the river. Hippos and crocodiles are also an exciting sighting- get your cameras ready (Meals included: B, L, D)

Big 5 Boat Safari on the Chobe River

Day 20: Chobe to Gweta(+- 520 km)
Highlights: Wild camping- Makgadigadi Salt Pans

Today we get back on the Bikes and enjoy a relaxing ride through Botswana as we make our way to Planet Baobab, located on the northern side of the Makgadigadi Pans. We swop 2 Wheel for 4 and hop onto Quad bikes (If Available, if not we go on a Safari Vehicle), riding out onto the Salt Pans to wild camp under the stars. This afternoon, you will meet some of the Kalahari’s most fascinating inhabitants, the meerkats. Due to an ongoing habituation program, it’s possible for guests to get up close and personal with the captivating creatures. Enjoy breathtaking views of sparkling salt that extend as far as the eye can see. Sleeping here is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but if you prefer lodge accommodation, then you can stay in a luxury room back at Planet Baobab (B, L, D)

Day 21: Gweta to Maun (+- 210 km)
Highlights: Okavango Delta

Wake up to a beautiful sunrise out in the wilderness to a cup of piping hot coffee. Then Jump on the Quad bikes to enjoy exploring more of the Salt Pans. Open the throttle; close your eyes and travel, knowing there is nothing to crash into until you fall off the edge of the earth.. On return to Planet Baobab we will enjoy a scrumptious breakfast, have a shower and then suit up and carry on our ride to Maun-Gateway to the Okavango Delta (B,L, D)

Day 22: Okavango Rest Day (+- 0-50 km)
Highlights: Okavango Mokoro Trip (African Canoe)

Today we enjoy a day tour into the Okavango Delta. We will get into African Mokorokoro (Canoes) and explore the waterways over the Okavango Delta looking out for hippos, crocs and other exciting widlife. We will enjoy a unique lunch out in the bush and return to Maun in the late Afternoon  (B, L, D)

Mokorokoro trip down the Okavango Panhandle

Day 23 Maun to Ghanzi  (+-285km)
Highlights: Rural Botswana

Today is a lovely ride through the Botswana countryside- watch out for elephants and other wildlife! In the late afternoon we will arrive at our overnight stop in Ghanzi (B,L,D)

Day 24 Ghanzi to Windhoek, Namibia  (+-535km)
Highlights: Welcome to Namibia

Today we travel into country number 5 of the tour- Namibia- home to the worlds oldest Desert! Today we make our way to Windhoek- The capital of Namibia where we spend the evening at a good country hotel and enjoy the unique German hospitality on offer (B,L,D)

Day 25: Windhoek to Swakopmund (+- 350 km)
Highlights: Golden sand dunes of Namibia

After a delicious breakfast, We enjoy visiting some of the beautiful sights of Windhoek including the Christ Church and Coffee Machine. We then make our west though Namibia, watching in amazement as a semi-arid desert, becomes fully arid desert and then transforms into full-blown sand dunes towering into the horizon. In the early afternoon, we arrive at Swakopmund on the Skeleton Coast,  famous for its great waves, beautiful sand dunes, and German hospitality- our home for the next two nights… (B,L)

Sand dunes of Namibia

Day 26: Rest day Swakopmund (+- 0-50km)
Highlights: Skeleton Coast, Quad Biking in the Sand Dunes

Swakopmund is based at the tip of the world-famous Skeleton Coast and is the adventure capital of Namibia. This afternoon we take a ride to the famous Dune 45 where we swop our motorcycles for quad bikes and enjoy a roller coaster ride through the incredible sand dunes of the Namib Desert. You will have the rest of the day free to relax or take part in any of the other optional activities on offer- ride to see a shipwreck on the Skeleton Coast, kayak with seals in Walvis Bay or visit the Flamingo lagoon. If you are looking for more of a relaxing time then you can enjoy the beach just meters from our hotel, or explore the wonderful German culture of the town. Tonight we enjoy amazing seafood (B, D)

Quadbiking in Swakopmund

Day 25: Swakopmund to Tropic of Capricorn (+-360-450 km)
Highlights: Tropic of Capricorn

Today we travel further south through the vast expanse of Namibia. Along the way their is an optional Gravel mountain pass for experienced Riders! The rest of the group can stick to the good tarmac road. In the late afternoon we will reach our guest house located on the Tropic of Capricorn- 23.4 Degrees South of the Equator (B,L,D)

Ride over the tropic of Capricorn

Day 28: Tropic of Capricorn to Fish River Canyon (+- 420 km)
Highlights: Fish River Canyon

Making our way down south, we ride on beautiful hard-packed gravel roads that will take us into the heart of the Gondwana Canyon Nature Reserve. Look out for  Quiver trees, Sprinkbok, Gemsbok, Hartebeest, Ostrich and Mountain Zebra. In the late afternoon, the mountains light up to a blazing red as we arrive at the famous Canyon Lodge. This whole resort is built in between rocky boulders, an oasis in the middle of the hostile desert. Welcome to the wild west! (B,L,D)

Canyon National Park

Day 29: Fish River Canyon Rest Day (0-70 km)
Highlights: Ride to see 3rd largest CANYON on earth

Today we enjoy a rest day in the Canyon National Park- an incredible landscape to explore. This morning we will take a ride to the Canyon view site. This is the 3rd largest Canyon in the world (160km long) and the views will take your breath away! Back at the lodge enjoy the beautiful rock pool and sundowner drinks up on the hill amongst the boulders.  Optional Activities include walks, 4×4 drives and horse rides through this magical landscape.  (B,D)

Fish River Canyon: 3rd Largest in the world

Day 30: Fish River Canyon to Springbok (+- 350 km)
Highlights: Magical Namaqualand, Star Gazing

Time to head back into South Africa- we make our way through Namaqualand- an area made famous by its wildflowers that bloom into a whirlwind of color during the springtime each year! Springbok is known for its peace and tranquillity- tonight we will be staying at a Lodge- where you are guaranteed to “Find the magic in Namaqualand….” Because Springbok is literally in the middle of nowhere, the stargazing is phenomenal, so relax and enjoy the constellations! (B,L)

Magical Namaqualand

Day 31: Springbok to Citrusdal (+- 400 km)
Highlights: Hot Water Springs, Riding the Northern Cape

Today we make our way through the Northern Cape to the lush green farm valleys of Citrusdal. Tonight we sleep at a famous hot water spring resort situated on a citrus farm. Relax your “motorcycle riding muscles” in one of the hot water pools or mineral baths on the property that are filled by hot water springs with a temperature of 43 Degrees Celcius… Bliss! (B,L)

Time to soak those motorcycle-riding muscles

Day 32: Citrusdal to Cape Winelands
Highlights: Southern Most Tip of Africa (+-330km)

Today we enjoy riding the beautiful mountain passes of the Cape Winelands including the breathtaking Bainskloof Pass. Our home for the night is in the small French village of Franschhoek, surrounded by wine farms, vineyards and towering mountains. This evening we will enjoy the fine wines and gastronomical delights that this area is famous for (B,L, D)

Day 33 Cape Winelands- Cape Point- Cape Town (+-300km)
Highlights: Penguins, Cape Point, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Table Mountain

Today we make our way to Cape Town, South Africa’s Mother City. Today is the highlight of the trip as there are beautiful coastal views with twisting roads cut into the sea cliffs virtually all the way. We visit the old Navy town (Simonstown) and see African penguins living it up on the beach. After that, we make our way to Cape Point to see the spectacular Cape Peninsula.  Next up we ride the famous Chapman’s peak drive past False Bay and then head over Signal hill into Cape Town, where we celebrate the end of an amazing tour at one of Cape Town’s best restaurants. What a ride!  (B,L,D)

Ride over 200km of coastal roads

Day 34: End of Tour

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

2025 Pricing

Riding 1 up, sharing on a F800GS: US$20,860
Riding 1 up, sharing on a F900GS: US$22,080
Riding 1 up, sharing on a R1300GS: US$23,190

To bring a pillion, add: US$8,740
Single room, add: US$3,200

Prices are based on sharing accommodation and quoted in United States Dollar. To convert to another currency, visit www.xe.com

Understanding the Pricing:
All prices are quoted per motorcycle based on riding 1 up and sharing accommodation. If you would like to bring a passenger add the “Pillion price” to the base price OR if you would like your own room, add the “Single Supplement price to the base price to get your total.

Price includes:

• 33 Days Motorcycle Rental
• 34 Nights’ Accommodation in 3-4 Star Lodges, hotels or Beach Bungalows
• 34 Breakfasts, 21 Lunches and 32 Dinners
• Tour Guide on a Motorcycle
• Back up vehicle to carry Luggage and a spare motorcycle with Driver
• Qualified Paramedic Accompanying the group (Minimum of 5 Riders required*)
• Activities are included as follows:
  Walking Tour of Stone Town, Zanzibar
  One way flight from Zanzibar to Arusha
  2 Night/3 Day Safari in Serengeti and Nogorogoro Crater
  Tour of Malawian Fishing Village
  2 x Safaris in South Luangwa National Park
  Entrance to Victoria Falls View Site
  Helicopter Flight Victoria Falls (The Flight of Angels)
  Safari into Chobe National Park
  Mokorokoro Safari in the Okavango Delta
  Overnight Trip to the Makgadigadi Salt Pans
  Quad Biking in Namibian Sand Dunes (Atv)
  Entrance to Fish River Canyon
  Tour Of Cape Point Peninsula
• Transfers From Zanzibar International Airport in Zanzibar, Tanzania
• Transfers to Cape Town International Airport at the end of the tour in South Africa
• Bottled Water, Tea, coffee and Snacks
• Detailed Guide Book/Tour App
• Sama T-shirt

This price does not include:

• Petrol (Budget US$650 per motorcycle)
• Cross border and Visa fees (Budget US$410 per motorcycle and US$250 per person)
• International flights
• 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” 

How to book your flights

You need to fly into Zanzibar International Airport in Tanzania and fly out of Cape Town International Airport in South Africa Ask your travel agent to have a look at various flight options.

This tour includes 33 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.