35 Day epic Motorcycle Adventure through 6 African countries

South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania 

The Cape to Kilimanjaro Motorcycle tour is an unrivalled motorcycle adventure that is not offered commercially by any other motorcycle touring company in Southern Africa. The tour covers 8000km, travels through 6 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

Route Summary:

We start off in Cape Town, South Africa- and ride coastal roads all the way to Cape Point to mark the significant start of our trip at the bottom of Africa!

From here travel up through South Africa into Namibia where we spend a few nights at the Fish River Canyon (3rd Largest Canyon in the world) before continuing on to Swakopmund where we have fun playing in the amazing Sand Dunes on quad bikes

We then head across to Botswana and the Okavango Delta in Maun. Here we take an African Mokorokoto (Canoe) safari to see hippos and Crocodiles

Next up we travel to Gweta where we we ride out on the Makgadigadi Salt Pans on quad bikes to spend a night under the stars.  Next up we  ride the Wildlife Corridor in Botswana, stop to see Elephants on the side of the road and enjoy a BIG 5 Safari by boat in Chobe Nationnal Park before riding across to the Iconic Victoria Falls for 2 Magical Nights and an included Helicopter flight over the falls

On Day 18 we Ride further through the Zambian country side. As we travel more North, Africa becomes more rural and wild. We visit South Luangwa National Park– in icon in Zambia, famous for Leopard sightings.

We arrive on the shores of Lake Malawi on day 22 and spend the next 3 days exploring the Lake all the way up into Tanzania

In Tanzania we visit coffee plantation and family farm on our way over twisting mountain passes of the Great Rift Valley to the Dodoma- the official capital of Tanzania

From here we travel North to the heart of Tanzania’s safari circuit where we sleep in Karatu. We swop two wheels for four and enjoy a 3 Day Safari into Ngogogro Crater and the Serengeti.  

Back on the bikes we head to Moshi at the foot of the Kilimanjaro Mountains. We celebrate our arrival in Kilimanjaro with a traditional Tanzanian Feast.

At the end of the motorcycle tour we fly to Zanzibar for a magical two-night stay on the on the spice Island. Here we enjoy snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Beach Combing, Spice tours and ancient Arabic Architecture. The tour ends in Zanzibar on Day 35- you can either fly home or book a few extra days here and enjoy Island life and relax after your epic ride!

Day 0    Arrive in  Cape Town, South Africa
Day 1    Cape town- Cape Point- Cape Winelands
Day 2    Cape Winelands to Citrusdal
Day 3    Citrusdal to Springbok
Day 4    Springbok to Fish River Canyon, Namibia
Day 5    Rest Day Fish River Canyon
Day 6    Fish River Canyon to Tropic of Capricorn
Day 7    Tropic of Capricorn to Swakopmund
Day 8    Rest Day Swakopmund
Day 9    Swakopmund to Windhoek
Day 10  Windhoek to Ghanzi, Botswana
Day 11  Ghanzi to Okavango Delta (Maun)
Day 12  Rest Day Okavango
Day 13  Okavango to Gweta-Overnight Trip on Makgadigadi Salt Pans
Day 14  Rest Day Makgadigadi Salt Pans
Day 15  Gweta to Chobe- Sunset Boat Cruise
Day 16  Gweta to Victoria Falls, Zambia
Day 17  Rest Day Victoria Falls- Helicopter Flight
Day 18  Livingstone to Lusaka
Day 19  Lusaka to Chipata
Day 20  Chipata to South Luangwa National Park
Day 21  Rest Day South Luangwa With big 5 Safari
Day 22  Luangwa to  Ngala Beach, Malawi
Day 23  Lake Malawi Rest Day
Day 24  Ngala to Koronga
Day 25  Koronga to Mbeya, Tanzania
Day 26  Mbeya to Iringa
Day 27  Iringa to Dodoma
Day 28  Dodoma to Karatu
Day 29  3 Day 2 Night Safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Day 30  3 Day 2 Night Safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Day 31  3 Day 2 Night Safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro
Day 32  Karatu to Arusha
Day 33  Fly to Zanzibar
Day 34  Zanzibar Rest Day
Day 35  End of Tour

Welcome to South Africa. Today is a bonus night, so you can arrive anytime as the tour only officially the next day. Cape Town is such a beautiful city with so much to see and do that we are sure you would enjoy a couple of extra days in the city before the tour starts to ride the cable car up Table Mountain, visit Robben Island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 27 years or go wine tasting in the Cape Winelands. Your hotel for the night is situated at the V&A Waterfront and tonight we enjoy a  tour briefing and fill out all the paperwork followed by a welcome dinner (D)

Table Mountain, Cape Town

Day 01- Cape Town- Cape Point – Cape Winelands (+-180km)
Highlights: Cape Point, Chapman’s Peak, Cape Winelands

We start off our tour of Africa with one of the most scenic rides you will ever take- over Chapman’s peak all the way to Cape Point Peninsula. From here we ride coastal roads all the way through Simons Town and then head inland to the beautiful Cape Winelands where we enjoy an evening surrounded by beautiful mountains and Vineyards. (Meals included: B,L,D)

The Breathtaking Cape Winelands

Day 02- Cape Winelands to Citrusdal (+-330km)
Highlights: Hot Springs

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. (Meals Included: B, L, D)

Day 3: Citrusdal to Springbok (+-400km)
Highlights: Riding Namaqualand

We ride through the Northern Cape, taking in the scenic views of Namaqualand, and spend the night in Springbok. The stargazing is phenomenal in Springbok, so relax and enjoy the constellations! (Meals Included: B, L,D)

Day 4, Springbok to Fish River Canyon, Namibia (+-350km)
Highlights: The 3rd Largest Canyon in the world

Today we make our way to Africa’s largest canyon- “The Fish River Canyon”. This canyon is 160km long and up to 27 km wide and 550m deep in some places. The views over this canyon will take your breath away! Tonight, we sleep in the desert at a beautiful lodge designed around the natural boulder formations in the area. Welcome to the wild west! (Meals: B,L,D)

Day 5, Rest Day Fish River Canyon (0-70km)
Highlights: Breathtaking Desert Scenery

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 and 4×4 drives through this magical landscape.  (B,D)

Day 6, Fish River Canyon to Tropic of Capricorn (+-450km)
Highlights: Riding Namibia

Today we make our way out of the Canyon and up North through Namibia. 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)

Day 7 Tropic of Capricorn to Swakopmund (+-420km)
Highlights: Namib Desert Sand Dunes

Today we make our way east 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,D)

Day 8, Rest Day Swakopmund (0-100km)
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)

Day 9, Swakopmund to Windhoek (+-350km)
Highlights: Namibia’s Capital, German Hospitality

Today we make our way to Windhoek- The capital of Namibia where we visit some of the citys beautiful sights including Christ Church and the Coffe Machine. We spend the evening at a good country hotel and enjoy the unique German hospitality on offer. (B,L,D)

Day 10, Windhoek to Ghanzi, Botswana (+-535km)
Highlights: Welcome to Botswana

Today we enter country # 3 of the tour- Botswana. Botswana is the wildest country in Africa, as there are no fences to wildlife such as Elephant, Zebra and warthog roam free. Tonight we sleep on Ghanzi- A good half way point between Maun and Windhoek (B,L,D)

Day 11, Ghanzi to Okavango Delta (Maun) (+-285km)
Highlights: Gateway to the Delta

Today we make our way North to Maun on the edge of the Okavango Delta- Our home for the next 2 Nights (B,L,D)

Day 12, Rest Day Okavango
Highlights: Mokorokoro (Canoe) Trip or Scenic flight

Today is all about exploring the beautiful Okavango Delta, a miraculous waterway full of hippos, crocodile and elephants. You can choose to either do a full day Mokorokoro Canoe Experience or you can fly high above the Okavango Delta on a scenic flight for a birds eye view of the incredible wildlife and waterways (B,L,D)

Day 13, Okavango to Gweta (+-210km)
Highlights: Overnight Trip on 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 14  Rest Day Makgadigadi Salt Pans
Highlights: Makgadigadi Salt Pans, Planet Baobab

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,  and hot shower. We have the whole day free to enjoy this quirky African Lodge (B,D)

Day 15  Gweta to Chobe National Park (+-410km)
Highlights- Sunset Boat Cruise into Chobe National Park

Today we ride up through the famous Elephant Corridor to Kasane home to the famous Chobe National Park. 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)

Day 16 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 17- 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 18- 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 19- 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 20- 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 12 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 22- 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 23- 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 24- 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

Day 25- 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 26 – 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 27 – 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 28 – 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 29 – 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 30– 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 31 – 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 32 – 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 33 – 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 34 – 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 35 – 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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2025/2026 Pricing

Riding 1up sharing on an F800GS: USD 18,910.00
Riding 1up sharing on an F900GS: USD 20,130.00
Riding 1up sharing on an R1300GS: USD 21,240.00
Riding 1up sharing on a R1300GS ADV: 21,610.00

To bring a pillion, add: USD 8,050
For Single supplement, add: USD 2,150
Prices quoted in USD – US DOLLARS

Price includes:

• 31 Days Motorcycle Rental
• 35 Nights’ Accommodation in 3-4 Star Lodges, hotels or Beach Bungalows
• 35 Breakfasts, 21 Lunches and 30 Dinners
• Tour Guide on a Motorcycle
• Back up vehicle to carry Luggage and a spare motorcycle
• Activities are included follows:
  Entrance to Fish River Canyon
  Quadbiking Swakopmund
  Mokorokoro or Scenic flight Okavango
  Overnight Trip on the Makgadgadi Salt Pans
  Big 5 Boat Trip Chobe National Parl
  Helicopter Flight Victoria Falls (The Flight of Angels)
  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 Cape Town 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$650 Per motorcycle)
• Cross border Fees (US$410 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 35 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.