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Motorbike the Western CapeSAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:» An exciting small group semi - participation Camping Safari circling from Cape Town to Wilderness on motorbikes » Our route include some of the best bike-riding roads in South Africa » Our tour is a camping tour, showing you the highlights of the Western Cape on the back of your motorbike MOTORBIKE TECHNICAL DATA Your bike will be a BMW F 650 GS Length: 2175 mm Width : 910 mm Height: 1265 mm Seat Height: 780 mm Weight (dry): 175 kg Fuel Tank Size: 17 l Fuel Consumption: 4.3l at 120 km/h Maximum Speed: 170 km/h Engine: Single cylinder water cooled four stroke Engine capcity: 652 ccm ABS Brakes: Standard with on/off switch Side panniers: One on each side 5 kg per side Rear Top Box: Standard, 5kg weight limit Gears: 5 forward Heated Grips: 2 settings Departure: Scheduled Departure Dates Duration: 6 Days/ 5 Nights Price: From US$ 1 215.00 (Bike Hire: From R3 220.00) Group size: Minimum: 4 and Maximum: 10 Currency Converter DAY 1: CAPE TOWN TO BAINSKLOOF PASS » A morning departure takes you from the bustling CBD of Cape Town to the French-inspired town of Franschoek, where we visit a wine farm to taste and savour the local beverage » We continue through the winelands over the winding pass through Bainskloof to the mountainside campsite at Tweede Tol » Enjoy dinner under the canopy of pine and oak » Bainskloof pass was opened on the 13/14 September 1853 and this year will be a 150 years old » It was built by Andrew Geddes Bain after whom it was named » The first kilometre or two run through pine forests Once you have past the forest you reach the fynbos on the higher slopes » From the top you can enjoy spectacular views to Wellington » Bainskloof Pass is a natural monument along it's full length » (Dinner) DAY 2: BAINSKLOOF PASS TO BARRYDALE » We start the day early heading towards the Overberg area via the scenic town of Swellendam » Take in the past with beautiful gables, homesteads and out-of-town hospitality » We continue along the N2 and then off the main highways heading towards Barrydale » We camp the night at Warmwaterberg, a spa resort that is pure simplicity with two open pools set against the stark backdrop of the Little Karoo » (Breakfast and Dinner) DAY 3: BARRYDALE TO OUDTSHOORN » After breakfast we head out towards Oudtshoorn with its balmy climate, festive locals and everything you can imagine about ostriches » More than that, this is your chance to explore the expansive and breath-taking cave system of the world-famous Cango Caves » If you're feeling especially brave, visit an ostrich farm and ride on one of these giant birds » (Breakfast and Dinner) DAY 4: OUDTSHOORN TO WILDERNESS » Descending the N2, we head for the coast of Wilderness, a town with spectacular ocean, forests and mountain views » We venture out for a hike to Rus en Vrede Waterfall and enjoy the luxury of tranquility in this peaceful setting » Return to set up camp alongside the river in Wilderness National Park, and spend a peaceful night under the African sky » (Breakfast and Dinner) DAY 5:WILDERNESS TO BREDASDORP » We start circling back towards Cape Town as we head west out of Wilderness and towards the superb conservation area of De Hoop Nature Reserve, the pearl of the Overberg » We spend the day exploring the wetlands, fynbos lowland and the myriad mammal, plant and bird species » (Breakfast and Dinner) DAY 6: CAPE TOWN » We continue along the rocky coastline towards the Mother City » Fortune favours the brave when we head along the sinewy Chapman's Peak to conclude our tour » (Breakfast) The above Motorbike the Western Cape rates are inclusive of: -» Transportation: BMW F 650 GS » Professionally Escorted: experienced local bike guide » Accommodation: 2 guests per 3-person dome tents, fitted with mosquito nets » Dining Inclusions: Meals as per itinerary » Plus: Assistant to set up camp and prepare meals Excludes: » Travel and bike insurance, flights, pre and post tour accommodation, drinks(except tea and coffee) and tips, bike fuel » Gear: We Advice to bring along your own protective gear and crash helmet » Booking Conditions |
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