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| Viewing: Motorbike the Western Cape |
Package ID: 2002 |
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| Motorbike the Western Cape |
A small group semi - participation Camping Safari
circling from Cape Town to Wilderness
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Our tour is a camping tour, showing you the highlights of the Western Cape on the back of your motorbike. Our route include some of the best bike-riding roads in South Africa. The tour is joined by a support vehicle and a trailer, which is carrying your luggage and all the camping equipment.
The group will consist of a maximum of 10 bikers plus a professional guide on a motorbike, a driver for the back-up vehicle and an additional support person. One of our couriers will drive the back-up vehicle and will meet up with you on the campsites in the evening.
The driver must be minimum 25 years old.
Gear
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 per 100km 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
We advise to bring along your own protective clothing and crash helmet
ITINERARY
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. [D]
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. [BD]
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. [BD]
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. [BD]
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. [BD]
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. [B]
Includes:
Use of full camping equipment, meals and activities as mentioned in itinerary, camping and park entrance fees, experienced local bike guide, 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 hire & fuel.
Price per Person:
Standard – USD 1475
Single Supplement - USD 25
Motorcycle Hire: ZAR 5335.00 per person for the full tour
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