5 Day Mpumalanga and Swaziland Tour

Day 1: Pretoria to Magoebaskloof
Day 2: Magoebaskloof- Panorama Route- Hazyview
Day 3: Big 5 Safari into Kruger plus optional Twisty Ride
Day 4: Hazview to Swaziland
Day 5: Swaziland to Pretoria

Day 1: Pretoria to Magoebaskloof (+-300km)

Highlights: Scenic mountain passes, Magoebaskloof

Today you make your way up North into Limpop province. As you head up north, the roads become mountainous with beautiful views of the rolling hills below.. Enjoy the great twisties and arrive in Magoebaskloof in the late afternoon. Your hotel has breathtaking views of the valley below and there is an optional ride to see Debegeni Falls

Riding Mpumalanga

Day 2: Magoebaskloof- Panorama route – Hazyview (+- 270km)

Highlights: God’s Window, Bourkes Luck Potholes, The Three Rondavels, Waterfalls, Magical Views Sites

Today you 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 viewpoints, rock formations, and waterfalls along the way. The route includes stops at Bourkes Luck Potholes, The Three Rondavels, and God’s Window as well as a waterfall or two. You will arrive in Hazyview in the Late Afternoon. (B)

The Blyde River Canyon View site

Day 3: Half Day Safari- Kruger National Park (+-50km)

Highlights: Safari, African wildlife

Today you will bid goodbye to your motorcycle and board a game-viewing Safari vehicle which will transport you 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. You will have a full morning to spot lions, elephants, birds, and many different species of animals. In the afternoon, you will be returned to your hotel in Hazyview where we can relax around the pool or take part in any of the optional activities in the area. There is an Optional 215 km Twisty Ride that will take you over the Famous Long Tom Pass and to the Gold Mining Town of Pilgrims Rest or you can extend your half Day Kruger Safari into a Full Day Safari at no extra cost. (B)

Leopard @ Kruger National Park

Day 4: Hazyview to Swaziland (+-280km)

Highlights: Kingdom of Swaziland

Today you ride down south  into the Mountainous Kingdom of Swaziland (Now called Eswatini) . Kids wave and smile as you ride on by, so excited to see the motorcycles. Your first stop inside Swaziland is Sibebe Rock (2nd Largest Rock in the world). Next up you can visit Mantenga Nature Reserve to enjoy a tour of a living Swazi Village complete with Swazi Dancers in their colorful traditional clothing. Tonight,  enjoy a candlelit dinner overlooking Execution Rock at your beautiful lodge situated in Ezulwini Valley (B,)

Sibebe Rock, Swaziland

Day 5:  Swaziland Pretoria  (+- 350km)

Highlights: Swazi Candles

It is time to head back to Pretoria again, but first you may wish to stop in at the Swazi Candle Factory to see the world-famous handmade candles, as well as other unique African arts and crafts that you don’t find anywhere else in Africa. Your ride today is relaxed and scenic and you should arrive back in Pretoria in the early afternoon. Transfers will be arranged to your hotel or to the airport. (B)

The Mountains of Swaziland

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2025 Pricing

Riding 1up sharing on an F750GS: ZAR 28,400
Riding 1up sharing on an F800GS* New Model: ZAR 28,950
Riding 1up sharing on an F850GS: ZAR 29,090
Riding 1up sharing on an F900GS*New Model : ZAR 30,950
Riding 1up sharing on an R1250GS: ZAR 34,330
Riding 1up sharing on an R1300GS: ZAR 36,750
Riding 1up sharing on an R1250GS ADV: ZAR 35,160
To bring a pillion, add: ZAR 9,280
For Single supplement, add: ZAR 4,430
Prices quoted in South African Currency- ZAR.

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.

Please note that we require Payment in our local South African Currency (ZAR). For up to date exchange rates, please visit www.xe.com

Price Includes:

• 5 Days Motorcycle Rental
• 4Nights Accommodation in 3-4 Star Accommodation
• 5 Breakfasts
• Kruger Park Safari
• GPS pre loaded with routes
• Top Box and Side Panniers for Luggage
• T-shirt
• Guide Book
• Map of South Africa
• Free Transfers to and from the Johannesburg International Airport
• All TaxesComprehensive Motorcycle Insurance (Less Excess)
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Price does not include:

• Local and International Flights
• Visas (Note American, Australian, British, Canadian and New Zealanders do not require visas for South Africa or Swaziland)
• Drinks
• Items of a personal nature
• Activities and meals not listed in “Tour Includes”
• Petrol and toll fees
• Tour Guide on Motorcycle
• Back Up vehicle

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This tour includes 4  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  5 Day Mpumalanga Meander Tour include:

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

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.