Arrive in South Africa

Welcome to South Africa. 

You can arrive at any time on ‘day 0’ as you motorcycle tour only officially starts on ‘day 01’. Tonight’s accommodation is included as ‘Your bonus night’. A friendly Aquella Travel Representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Johannesburg.

Day tour of Pretoria and BIG 5 Safari

Highlights: Township tour and BIG 5 Safari

This morning we will hand over your motorcycle to you and sign all the paperwork. After that is complete we will have a tour briefing and then the fun begins. We start off by taking a tour of a small township just North of Pretoria to experience all the vibrant colors, sounds and tastes of Africa. We will have lunch in a tavern in the township, followed by visit to a rural motorcycle mechanic shop. Afterwards we enjoy a guided safari through a BIG 5 nature reserve. Rhinos, giraffes, impala’s and wildebeest can all be spotted. Tonight, we have a welcome dinner in an African Boma. Welcome to Africa! (B, L, D)

Pretoria To Hazyview 

Highlights: Scenic mountain passes, Long Tom Cannons

Today you make your way up into Mpumalanga – an area known to local riders as ‘Biker Paradise’. As you head up north, the roads become mountainous with beautiful views of the rolling hills below. A highlight is riding Long Tom Pass. Enjoy the great twisties and arrive in Hazyview in the last afternoon. (B,L,D)

Panorama route

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

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 view points, rock formations and waterfalls along the way. The route includes stops at Bourkes luck potholes, the Three Rondavels, and Gods Window as well as a waterfall or two. We will arrive back in Hazyview in the late afternoon. Tonight, you will enjoy a traditional African meal and African dances at the Shangana cultural village (B, L, D)

Half Day Safari – Kruger National Park

Highlights: Safari, African wildlife

Today we will bid goodbye to the motorcycles and board a game viewing Safari vehicle which will transport us 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. We will have a full morning to spot lions, elephants, birds and many different species of animals. In the afternoon we will return to our hotel in Hazyview where we can relax around the pool or take part in any of the optional activities in the area. (B, D)

Hazyview to eSwatini

Highlights: Kingdom of eSwatini

After breakfast we depart for the Kingdom of eSwatini – the home of the friendly Swazi people. After border procedures (passport and possibly visa required) we weave our way along winding country roads and mountain passes. Today we will visit eSwatini’s own glass factory (Ngwenya Glass) and see the world famous Swazi candles being handcrafted at Swazi Candles. There are many excellent restaurants, pubs and craft markets in the Ezulweni Valley where we will overnight at an excellent country lodge, with its own magnificent restaurant on a wooden deck with spectacular views. (B, L, D)

eSwatini to St. Lucia

Highlights: Relaxing drive through African Countryside

Today we make our way through eSwatini to South Africa’s Zulu Kingdom, homeland of the proud Zulu nation. We make our way down to St Lucia – a world heritage site that is famous for its nature beauty, wildlife and deserted beaches. St Lucia is also home to an abundance of Hippos and crocodiles that live on the estuary around which the town is based. Tonight we will walk into town for a delicious meal. (B, L, D)

St Lucia rest day

Highlights: Hluhluwe National Park and Hippo Croc Cruise

Today is dedicated to experiencing African Wildlife! We start off the day with an early morning  a safari into Hluhluwe Umfolozi National Park – this park is home to the Big 5 and is the oldest National Park in South Africa and one of the most scenically beautiful landscapes in South Africa. Enjoy your Game Drive in an open safari vehicle before returning to St Lucia. In the late afternoon we also enjoy a Lake Cruise  to see hippos and crocodile while enjoying a an ice cold drink. Bliss! (B, D)

St. Lucia to Kwazulu Natal Battlefields 

Highlights: Tour of famous Anglo Boer and Zulu battle sites

Time to head inland to the battlefields of South Africa, an area of huge historical significance during the famous Boer-Zulu- British Wars. We arrive at our lodge early in the afternoon, and embark on a tour of the battlefields with a knowledgeable guide who will make them come alive!

Battlefields to Pretoria

Highlights: Relaxing drive through African Countryside

Time to head back to Johannesburg, after a scrumptious breakfast we start the journey back! It is a nice relaxing ride through the interior of South Africa, The bikes will be returned in the afternoon and in the evening we will have a get together where everybody can reminisce about the previous days after which you will be returned to the hotel. (B, L, D)

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 of South Africa the warm people you have met. Transfers will be arranged to the airport. 

You may wish to extend your motorcycle tour with one of our Add on Tours. Spend a few days in beautiful Cape Town, fly to Victoria Falls or enjoy a 3 Night Safari into Kruger National Park. (b)