7-days Mountain Kingdom Tour
2026 Tour Dates:
13-20 October
4-11 November
26 Nov-3 Dec
8-15 December
2027 Tour Dates:
22-28 February
6-12 March
6-12 April
17-23 May
4-10 June
Adventure Bike Tours
Here's everything you need to know:
What's Included:
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Airport pickup and drop-off from King Shaka International Airport
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8 nights premium accommodation (Arrival day + 7 days on tour)
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All meals including daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
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Riding snacks, fruit, cold drinks and bottled water
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7 days Motorcycle Hire: CF Moto 450MT
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Full motorcycle maintenance & mechanical support
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Fuel for all riding days & backup support vehicle
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Motorcycle spare parts and consumables during tour
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Two experienced local riding guides with daily guided riding routes
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Afternoon Game drive with a ranger in private Game Reserve
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Lesotho & South Africa Border and tourism levy fees
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Luggage transfers throughout the tour
What's Excluded:
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Flights to and from King Shaka International Airport
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Crash Damage Waiver (CDW) Insurance
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Personal Protective Riding Gear
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Travel or Visa related fees
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Medical Travel Insurance
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Alcoholic Beverages
Things to Remember:
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This tour is designed for experienced, intermediate adventure bike riders who are comfortable with long days in the saddle and tackling varied gravel/off-road terrain with confidence.
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Expect warm, tropical and often humid conditions, with plenty of sunshine and ideal riding weather.
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As we climb the legendary Sani Pass and enter the higher mountains of Lesotho, temperatures can drop significantly; we recommend packing extra warmer base layers and a warm jacket for the evenings.
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We recommend packing your swimmers and summer casual clothes when off the bike to enjoy the beach and pools.
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Medical Travel Insurance is required in case of illness or injury and details must be shared before the tour commences.
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Optional Motorcycle Insurance CDW (Crash Damage Waiver) is available for an additional fee and is recommended for peace of mind.
Book a Tour with Ride With Locals South Africa:
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Secure your spot with a 20% deposit via this page.
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The remaining 80% balance will be sent 2 months before your tour, and is due 1 month before arrival.
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Each tour runs with a maximum of 8 riders, guided by 2 Ride With Locals guides, and requires a minimum of 3 riders to go ahead.
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Most nationalities do not require a visa for South Africa (up to 90 days), but please check your travel requirements and passport validity for the country you are traveling from.
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For flights, we recommend Emirates via Dubai, which includes 2x23kg luggage. Alternatively, fly into Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo Int) and connect to Durban (King Shaka Int Airport).
Bikes, Support & Riding Gear
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You’ll be riding CF Moto 450MT Adventure motorcycles, fully prepared for the offroad trails and tarmac roads.
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Fuel, full mechanical support, a backup vehicle, and guidance from two Ride With Locals South Africa guides are all part of the experience.
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Riders are required to bring their own full gear, including: helmet, adventure riding shirt and pants combo, goggles, gloves, off-road boots, and any other protective gear you deem necessary.
Adventure Bike through the Mountain Kingdom of South Africa & Lesotho
From coastlines to the mountains, journey with us and experience Africa on two wheels.
Ride legendary mountain passes, cross into Lesotho, and experience the adventure of a lifetime.
Join our 7-day Mountain Kingdom Tour!
Built for riders who chase gravel roads, new horizons, and wild landscapes.
Touch down in South Africa and let the adventure begin. From airport pickup to the final day’s ride, everything is taken care of by our experienced local team.
Over 7 epic days, you'll explore some of South Africa’s most breathtaking roads and landscapes. Ride from the lush hills of KwaZulu-Natal, into the mighty Drakensberg Mountains, tackle the world-famous Sani Pass, and cross the border into the remote Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho. With two local guides, mechanical support, fuel, and a backup support vehicle, you can focus on what matters most: riding and enjoying your trip!
Between the adventure, recharge in carefully selected hotels and lodges, each with its own unique character. All meals are included, with hearty breakfasts, lunch stops along the route, and memorable dinners from local favorites, to traditional South African cuisine.
No trip to Africa is complete without seeing its wildlife. Included is a half-day safari experience, giving you the opportunity to witness some of the continent’s incredible animals in their natural environment.