From Kruger National Park to Cape Town
Guided motorcycle tour through South Africa
South Africa Motorcycle Tour Kruger: Join us on a classic motorcycle tour through one of the most beautiful parts of the African continent, South Africa. Highlights include Kruger National Park with safari, Blyde River Canyon, Swaziland, KwaZulu-Natal, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Santa Lucia, the Drakensberg Mountains, Lesotho, the Transkei, the Eastern and Western Cape, the Valley of Desolation, Route 62, the Winelands, Cape Town, and the Cape of Good Hope.
Day 1 – Flight to South Africa
Your Harley® adventure in South Africa begins this evening. After check-in, you'll depart from your chosen airport on an overnight flight with a reputable airline across the African continent to Johannesburg and then on to Nelspruit, near the famous Kruger National Park. (Connecting flight)
Day 2 – Arrival in South Africa
During the day you will arrive in Nelspruit and be picked up by our local agency, which will take you directly to a centrally located hotel near Kruger National Park. The afternoon and evening are at your leisure for relaxation. Overnight stay in the White River/Hazyview area.
Day 03 – Kruger National Park
Early in the morning, you will set off with a local guide to Kruger National Park. This is the largest of its kind in South Africa and is home to approximately 350,000 wild animals and over 500 bird species, which also include many endemic species. With a bit of luck, you might have the opportunity to see the BIG FIVE here; they consist of elephant, lion, buffalo, rhinoceros and leopard. Mountains, bushland, and tropical forests are all part of nature here. Overnight stay in the White River/Hazyview area.
Day 04 – Blyde River Canyon – Bourke's Luck Potholes Waterfalls
The Blyde River Canyon is one of the highlights in South Africa and the second largest canyon in the country||Other highlights of this Panorama Tour are the viewpoints at Bourke's Luck Potholess and God's Window||After returning to the hotel, the first meeting with your guides will take place with tour briefing and your welcome dinner||Overnight stay in the White River/Hazyview area.
Day 5 – Motorcycle pick-up – Kingdom of Swaziland 280 km
In the morning, you'll be transferred to our local Harley-Davidson® rental partner, or you can pick up the bikes at your hotel. After completing the formalities, you'll take possession of your motorcycles. Today's route takes you to the northern border of the Kingdom of Swaziland, which lies like an island within South Africa. This small kingdom is known for its rugged landscape and traditional festivals that reflect Swazi culture. In the afternoon, you'll continue south to the capital city of Mbabane, your overnight accommodation in this region.
Tag 06 – Swaziland – Swazi Candles – St. Lucia 370 km
Today we continue through southern Swaziland, with vast sugarcane plantations accompanying you on your journey ||Here, the beautiful Swazi candles are also handcrafted; these decorative individual pieces depict animals and African culture, which you can admire yourself during a stop at one of the small factories||You leave Swaziland through a small wildlife reserve and South Africa awaits you with St||This unique wetland in the estuary of the Indian Ocean is home to hundreds of crocodiles, hippos and bird species.
Day 7 – St. Lucia – Crocodiles & Hippos
Today is your day at your leisure, use the time to relax or take a dip in the Indian Ocean, which is not far from your hotel. Today you have the opportunity to take an optional crocodile and hippo boat tour to St. Lucia Lake in the morning. In the evening, an optional wildlife safari at sunset is a good option; among many other things, rhinos and hippos can often be seen on land. Overnight stay in St. Lucia. OUR MORNING TIP: Crocodile and Hippo Boat Tour OUR EVENING TIP: Wildlife Sunset Safari
Day 08 – KwaZulu-Natal – Drakensberg 460 km
After breakfast, the tour takes you to the KwaZulu-Natal province. Through unique landscapes dotted with small villages, endless sugarcane plantations, and forests, and along beautiful winding roads, you'll reach the foot of the Drakensberg Mountains, which rise to over 3,000 meters. Visible from afar, they offer a wealth of leisure activities. Excellent restaurants, wineries, and local products characterize the Natal Midlands. Overnight stay at Sani Pass, Drakensberg region.
Day 9 – Drakensberg – Rest day – Sani Pass & Kingdom of Lesotho
Today is your day off as a day of rest||The hotel offers a pool, spa and a round of golf is also possible||For the adventurous among you, Is it possible to participate in an optional 4×4 four-wheel drive tour to the Drakensberg Mountains||These border the African kingdom of Lesotho||The tour takes you almost 1400 meters up to 2876 meters, where you can cross the border and visit a local Basutho village||Of course, you can have lunch in South Africa's highest pub at the Sani Mountain Lodge||Overnight stay at Sani Paa, Drakensberg Region.
TOUR TIP: 4×4 All-wheel drive Tour Drakensberg Mountains and Lesotho
Tag 10 – KwaZulu-Natal – Eastern Cape – Queenstown 520 km
Today's leg takes you through the highlands of KwaZulu-Natal, always along the Drakensberg Mountains, into the rolling hills of the Eastern Cape. Vast farmland alternates with small villages. This connecting stage leads you to Queenstown, a local center of the region. Overnight stay in Queenstown.
Day 11 – Klein Karoo – Graaff Reinet – Valley of Desolation 310 km
Today, your tour through the Klein Karoo region takes you to the next highlight: the old town of Graaff-Reinet. With over 200 listed buildings, it's one of the best-preserved historical sites in the country. The drive up the narrow, winding road into the Valley of Desolation is another highlight. Once you reach the viewpoint at the top, a short walk will reward you with a fantastic view of the valley and the Karoo. With a bit of luck, you might spot some of the numerous blue monkeys and antelopes along the way. After lunch at the hotel, you can relax by the pool or take a stroll through the town. Overnight stay in Graaff-Reinet.
Day 12 – Karoo – Oudtshorn – Ostrich farms – Braai 340 km
Actually, Oudtshorn would just be a sleepy little town behind the mountains if it weren't for some large ostrich farms.||The old heyday of ostrich farms is now over, However, meat and leather production has become profitable again for the local breeders||If you visit one of these farms as an optional guest, you will be offered an interesting guided tour and an insight into the current use of this unique bird||For dinner, fresh ostrich fillet is of course also on the menu, This paired with one of the good local wines and the evening is perfect||Overnight stay in the Oudtshorn area.
OUR TIP: Ostrich Farm Tour
Day 13 – Route 62 – Port wine and whisky – Ronnie's Sex Shop – Diesel & Creme 335 km
This morning the journey continues along the famous Route 62. In terms of its popularity here in the country, it is comparable to the niche American Route 66, only a little smaller, but at least as appealing. It was originally intended to develop the Klein Karoo. The first stop is the Boplaas winery with its excellent port wines and local whiskies. Along the way, you will of course visit the obli gatorischen biker pubs, such as Ronny's Sex Shop or the Country Pumpkin in Barrydale. The owners are of course all begeis terte Harley® riders and always look forward to a visit to the bikers. In the afternoon, the journey leads through the valleys around Montagu; the whole region is known for its dried fruit industry, and the countless orchards along the way bear witness to this. Three more beautiful passes will be offered before your hotel reaches Touwsrivier for today.
Day 14 – Cape Winelands – the 7 Passes Tour 325 km
In the morning, you'll begin your journey with a scenic drive over the mountain passes of the Winelands. After a coffee break amidst the vineyards, you'll tackle the two winding Baviaanskloof and Du Toitskloof passes. Following lunch at a winery, you'll then take on the Franschhoek Pass. The Winelands, with its renowned towns like Robertson, Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch, are just an hour's drive from Cape Town. This region is home to some of the oldest European settlements on the African continent. The fertile area is particularly famous for its agricultural produce and, of course, its wine. After navigating several more challenging mountain passes, you'll reach the heart of the Winelands in the early evening. Overnight stay in the Stellenbosch area.
Day 15 – Cape of Good Hope – Chapman's Peak – Cape Town 160 km
You are leaving Stellenbosch and the wine region. From there you will travel back to the coast, where you will meet the Atlantic Ocean again near Muizenberg. Along the coast you will reach the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. The route continues along the famous scenic road, Chapman's Peak Drive, into the idyllic Hout Bay, known for its seal colonies and the great white sharks that hunt there, on the offshore islands. Just in time for your lunch break, you will reach Cape Town again, coming via Camps Bay, where you will spend the last two days. After you hand in the motorcycles, the afternoon and evening are at your leisure. Visit one of the many restaurants in the Victoria & Albert Waterfront. Overnight stay in Cape Town.
OUR TIPSunset on the sailing catamaran, followed by dinner in one of Cape Town's good steak & fish restaurants (possibly also the following day, depending on the weather).
Day 16 – Free time in Cape Town
Every adventure comes to an end, and unfortunately, today is your last day in Cape Town.||Today is yours to enjoy at your leisure||After breakfast, you can embark on an optional city tour including a visit to Table Mountain||This bus tour includes all the major sights, and your local guide will show you the highlights||Overnight stay in Cape Town.
TOUR TIP: City tour of Cape Town including a visit to Table Mountain
TOUR TIP: Helicopter tour across the 3 bays around Cape Town and Table Mountain.
Day 17 – Return flight to Europe
The morning is yours to explore Cape Town at your leisure. Later in the day, you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport for your day or night flight with a reputable airline to your chosen departure point (connecting flights may be necessary).
Days 17/18 – Arrival in Europe
Arrival at your chosen departure point in the late evening or during the following morning and the end of the journey.
Deadline
2026
10/22/2026 – 11/08/2026
2027
11.03.-28.03.2027
21.10.-07.11.2027*
2028
09.03.-26.03.2028
19.10.-05.11.2028*
*Prices for autumn 2027 and 2028 are available upon request approximately 1 year in advance
Included services
- Scheduled flight with a renowned airline in economy class from/to Frankfurt to Nelspruit-Kruger/Cape Town (connecting flight possible)
- All European and South African air safety fees
- Kerosene surcharges as of 22/2026
- Air traffic tax for departures from Germany
- 15 nights in good/upper mid-range hotels/lodges/B&Bs as per the itinerary
- 15 x breakfast (mix of continental and buffet)
- Motorcycle rental (BIG TWIN) for the specified period including free miles and statutory liability insurance.
- TOP PROTECTION: LDW/CDW insurance (exclusion of liability for accident/theft damage) WITHOUT excess***
- TOP PROTECTION: Exclusion of liability for tire damage***
- TOP PROTECTION: 2 million euros additional liability insurance
- 24 Std. Roadside Assistance
- German-speaking tour guide from/to Kruger/Cape Town during the motorcycle tour by an experienced motorcycle guide
- Support vehicle with local guide throughout the entire motorcycle tour
- Luggage transfer during the tour: 1 piece of luggage weighing 23 kg plus a small piece of hand luggage (we ask you to refrain from using hard-shell suitcases, as these cause problems when transporting them in the accompanying vehicle)
- 1 Surprise Dinner
- Big Five game drive in Kruger National Park
- Blyde River Canyon & Wasserfall Tour
- Digital souvenir photo
- 1 exclusive tour T-shirt/polo per tour participant
- Travel guide
- *** The maximum local excess is ZAR 20,000 and must initially be paid by the customer in the event of damage. Following the tour, the claim will be submitted and the excess reimbursed after review by our German insurer. (NOTE: Any recovery/towing costs are not covered and must be borne by the customer in all cases).
Services not included:
- Personal expenses
- Hotel parking fees
- Gasoline, oil
- Motorcycle and rainwear
- Entrance fees for the attractions or parks
- Tips
- Travel insurance etc.
- Helmet rental
- Surcharge for models with top case (Electra Glide® / Street Glide® Grand Touring 200,- Euro)
Minimum number of participants: 12 people/8 bikes. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the trip up to 4 weeks before departure, or to conduct it only with a guide.
Notes :
- Minimum age: 21 years
- A class 1 or A driving license is required.
- We recommend that you bring an International Driving Permit. However, this is only valid in conjunction with your national driving license.
- You will need a major credit card to pay the deposit.
- The following Harley models are available upon request: H.D. Electra Glide, Road King, Heritage Softail, Street Glide, Low Rider, and Fat Boy. Please note that availability cannot be guaranteed.
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1/2 double rooms are possible on request subject to availability!
- All prices include the flight from Frankfurt.
Other airports have one.
Flight surcharge from Germany from €100
Flight surcharge from Austria/Switzerland from €200
Prices for other European departure airports are available upon request.
