Day 0    Arrive in Zanzibar, Tanzania
Day 1    Day tour of Stone town
Day 2    Early morning flight to Kilimanjaro
Day 3    Kilimanjaro to Karatu
Day 4    Safari into Ngorongoro  and Serengeti
Day 5    Safari into Ngorongoro and Serengeti
Day 6    Safari back to Karatu
Day 7    Karatu to Dodoma
Day 8    Dodoma to Iringa
Day 9    Iringa to Utengule Coffee Farm
Day 10  Utengule to Korongo, Malawi
Day 11  Koronogo to Ngala, Lake Malawi
Day 12  Rest Day Lake Malawi
Day 13  Lake Malawi to Chipata, Zambia
Day 14  Chipata to Luangwa National PARK, Night Drive
Day 15  Morning Safari Luangwa- back to Chipata
Day 16  Chipata to Lusaka
Day 17  Lusaka to Victoria Falls Livingstone
Day 18  Rest Day Victoria Falls
Day 19  End of Tour

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 Stone Town a short 10 Min drive away. 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  walking 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 we 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 semi- 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 square 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 us to start our Ride Down South (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/ boat cruise  (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 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: Devils Pool Swim and Livingstone Island Tour, canoeing down the Zambezi, elephant safaris, or enjoying river rafting on the mighty Zambezi. You may also enjoy to walk over to Zimbabwe to see the Falls from a different angle, enjoy a beer and then walk back into Zambia over “The Most Beautiful Border crossing in the world!” Tonight we celebrate the end of an amazing Motorcycle Tour with our new friends (Meals: B, D)

The Flight of Angels- included in Tour Price

Day 19- End of Tour (+- 100 km)

All good thing must come to an end!. Transfers wills be arranged to the airport. If Flights are expensive out of Livingstone, Zambia, have a look at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe- Which is an hour away over the border. As another option- we can book you a post Tour Safari in Chobe National Park, Botswana  which is just over the border and the only place in Africa where you do a BIG 5 Safari by boat.  You can also book your flights home from Kasane Airport in Botswana. As you are already in the area- You will only need to pay for the hotel and activities B)

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2027 Pricing

Riding 1 up Sharing on a F800GS $14 120.00
Riding 1 up Sharing on a F900GS $14 600.00
Riding 1 up Sharing on a R1300GS $15 030.00
Riding 1 up Sharing on a R1300GS ADV $16 060.00

Pillion $6 360.00
Single $1 460.00

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.

This Tour is Priced in USD- United States Dollars and we require payment in the same. For up to date exchange rates, please visit www.xe.com.

Price Includes:

• 19 Days Motorcycle Rental
• 19 Nights’ Accommodation in 3-4 Star Lodges, hotels or Beach Bungalows 
• 19 Breakfasts, 15 Lunches and 18 Dinners
• Tour Guide on a Motorcycle
• Back up vehicle to carry Luggage and a spare motorcycle
• Paramedic with group *min 3 Riders required
• Activities are included follows:
  • Walking Tour of Stone Town Zaznzibar with rooftop lunch
  • 1 Way flight Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar
  • 3 Day, 2 Night Safari into Ngorogoro Crater and Serengeti
  • Tour of Malawian Fishing Village
  • 2 x Safaris in South Luangwa National Park
  • Helicopter Flight Victoria Falls (The Flight of Angels)
  • Transfers From Zanzibar International Airport and to Livingstone Airport in Zambia
• Filtered Water, Tea, coffee and Snacks
• Detailed Guide Book/Tour App
• Sama T-shirt
• Motorcycle Insurance (Less Excess)
• All Taxes

Price does not include:

• Petrol (budget US$300 Per motorcycle)
• Cross border Fees (US$150 per motorcycle)
• Visa Fees (+-US$150 per person depending on nationality)
• Local and International Flights
• Drinks 
• Items of a personal nature
• Activities and meals not listed in “Tour Includes”

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Motorcycle Options:

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

BMW F800GS

BMW F900GS ADV

BMW R1300GS

BMW R1300GS ADV

All motorcycles come with Top boxes, Rider Modes (Road, Rain, Enduro and Dynamic) as well as Cruise control and heated hand grips.