This EXCITING tour takes in the best TAR and Dirt roads of South Africa’s Famous Garden Route..
Dates 11 - 19 Sep '26 | 05- 15 Feb '27 | 10-18 Sep '27 | 12- 20 Nov '27
Start: Cape Town End: Port Elizabeth (One way flight back to Cape Town or JHB is included)
Mileage: +-1,700km
Countries: South Africa
Daily Distance: 200- 300 km (Avg of 250)
Road Surfaces:80% Tar, 20% Good hardpacked gravel
Rest Day: 6 Riding days, 2 Rest Days
Difficulty: Easy with a bit of Gravel
Petrol: Included
Accomodation: 3-4 Star Lodges
Starting in Cape Town, we tour the Cape Peninsula, visit Cape Point and sleep in the beautiful village of Franschoek (French Corner) surrounded by the wine farms of the Cape Winelands. (Wine tasting included!)
Next up we make our way to the Southern Most Tip of African at Cape Agulhas. Here the cold Atlantic Ocean meets the Warm Indian Ocean in a turbulent mix of untamed beauty
We then ride Scenic Route 62 To Outdsthoorn- The Ostrich Capital of South Africa. We have rest day here were you can ride some exciting tar and gravel mountain passes (Die Hel or Swartberg Pass), visit an ostrich farm or the Cango Caves
Next up, we head down over the beautiful Outeniqua Pass and spend a night in Knysna at the waterfront where we admire the beautiful Knynsa headlands. We then carry on the ride to Storms River Mouth in the Garden Route National Park. Those brave enough can do the World’s Highest Bungee Jump on the way.
After viewing the Storms River Mouth Suspension Bridges we enjoy a Safari into Addo Elephant National Park. Here we can see the BIG 5, incluiding Lion, elephant, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard- living in the wild.
The tour ends in Port Elizabeth on Day 8 and includes a flight back to Cape Town or Johannesburg.
Day 0: Arrive in Cape Town
Day 1: Cape Town – Cape Point- Cape Winelands
Day 2: Cape Winelands- Hermanus- Cape Agulhas
Day 3: Cape Agulhas to Oudtshoorn
Day 4: Oudtshoorn Rest Day
Day 5: Oudtshoorn- Knsyna- Storms River Mouth
Day 6: Storms River to Addo Elephant Park
Day 7: Big 5 Safari Addo Elephant Park
Day 8: End of Tour Transfer to Port Elizabeth and flight to Johannesburg or Cape Town
Welcome to South Africa. You will be transferred from the airport to our hotel located within walking distance of the VA Waterfront with spectacular views of Table Mountain. There is so much to see and do in Cape Town. Take a hop on hop off bus tour, visit Robben Island where Nelson Mandla was imprisoned for 26 years or take the Cable car to the top of Table Mountain. This afternoon we will have a tour briefing, followed by our official welcome dinner (D)
Today is a highlight of the tour- we explore beautiful coastal roads to Cape Point Peninsuala and then head into the beautiful Cape Winelands over exciting mountain passes and sleep Surrounded by beautiful wine farms. Tonight we enjoy tasting South African Wine. (B,L,D)
Today we make our way over the famous Franschoek pass and ride beautiful coastal roads through the Cape Overberg. We stop off to see the Penguin colony living on the beach in Bettys Bay and then make our way to Cape Agulhas- the Southernmost tip of Africa. Situated at 34.8 Degrees South and 20 degrees east- this is also the point where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Tonight we dine at a famous local restaurant- with world-class fresh seafood (B,L, D)
Cape Agulhas The Southern Most Tip of Africa
From the Southern Tip of Africa, we make our way over the famous Tradouw pass to Route 62. Route 62 is South Africa’s answer to Route 66 in America- it is a beautiful secondary road that winds its way through the Mighty Karoo Desert, through small quirky towns and villages. We make a few interesting stops (including Ronnies Sex Shop) and arrive in Oudtshoorn in the last afternoon. Oudtshoorn is the Ostrich Capital of South Africa. Tonight we enjoy a traditional ostrich braai (bbq) (B, L, D)
Ostrich Capital of South Africa
Day 4 is a rest day- but there is so much to see and do. We will have a guided tour of the Cango Caves with its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites and a tour of a working Ostrich farm- where you will get to feed, touch and hug Ostriches. For those that would like to do some more exciting dirt riding there will be an optional ride over the famous Swartberg Pass. This is a bucket list ride for Adventure Bikers the world over. This Afternoon, relax and enjoy the warm Karoo Hospitality that this area is known for. (B,L,D)
Today we make our way down to the Indian Ocean, where we will be spending the night in the Garden Route National Park, in ocean view chalets. En-route we visit the famous Knysna Heads. Today you can choose to ride Tar over Outeniqua Pass or the gravel road over Price Alfred Pass- Both options are breathtaking! Welcome to bikers paradise! This afternoon you can enjoy a short walk to the breathtaking suspension bridges hanging between the sea cliffs. (B,L,D)
Enjoy the Mountain Passes of the Garden Route
We have most of the morning free to enjoy Garden Route National Park with its beautiful ocean views, spectacular gorges and ocean cliffs. We then make our way to Addo Elephant National park, home to Africa’s famous BIG 5. On the way we enjoy riding past Jeffreys Bay – a surf spot made famous by the documentary Endless Summer! (B, L,D)
Today is dedicated to wildlife watching. We enjoy being in open air safari vehicles which escort us into Addo National Park. Look out for Lions, Buffalo, Elephants and other exciting wildlife. Tonight we celebrate the end of an Epic Motorcycle tour (B,L,D)
Unfortunately, your motorcycle tour of Cape Town and the Garden Route has come to an end. The tour officially ends after breakfast and transfers will be arranged to the Port Elizabeth airport. Your tour price includes a one way flight to either Cape Town or Johannesburg so please let us know where you would like to fly. You may wish to spend a few extra nights at Addo Elephant Park enjoying Game Drives and Game walks or perhaps book one of our Add on Tours to Victoria Falls or Kruger National Park. The Sama Team will happily book any post-tour activities for you. (B)
Understanding the pricing
Prices are quoted on a sharing basis, meaning that you will be sharing with another rider on the tour. If you would like your own private room please add the single supplement. If you would like to bring a pillion/passenger- add the pillion price. Please note that we charge for our tours in our local currency- The ZAR (Rand). The other currency’s are an estimate only (taken on the 06 June 2026). For up to date exchange rates please visit www.xe.com
Choose from our fleet of the latest Model BMW Motorcycle. All our bikes are the latest Models- less than 2 years old. They are serviced Regularly through BMW and maintained daily to ensure a smooth ride through Southern Africa. All motorcycle include a top box
All motorcycles come with Top boxes, Rider Modes (Road, Rain, Enduro and Dynamic) as well as Cruise control and heated hand grips.
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.
This tour is suitable for Riders who have experience touring on two wheels.
80% Of this tour takes places on good Tarmac roads, 20% Takes place on good hardpacked Gravel roads. If you are not comfortable on the Gravel, we can plan alternate tar routes for you.
We recommend being bike-fit, However Rest Days are scheduled regularly.