The motorcycle trip from Namibia to South Africa offers a demanding route, especially the stages through the Namib Desert. The Spreetshoogte Pass is a...
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Namibia Motorcycle Tour to South Africa - Windhoek to Cape Town Adventure
The routing of the motorcycle trip from Namibia to South Africa is one of the most beautiful routes in Southern Africa! Hundreds of enthusiastic motorcyclists have experienced countries, people, and motorcycle adventures on the enduro tour through Southern Africa.
About the Motorcycle Tour from Namibia to South Africa
This 13-day guided motorcycle tour from Namibia to South Africa is one of the most spectacular enduro adventures in southern Africa. Starting in Windhoek and ending in Cape Town, you'll ride through the Namib Desert, the red dunes of Sossusvlei, past the Kolmanskop ghost town, along the Atlantic coast and through the world-famous Fish River Canyon. After crossing into South Africa, the motorcycle tour continues along the Orange River, through the Cederberg Mountains and the Stellenbosch wine region — finishing at the Cape of Good Hope and Boulders Beach near Cape Town. Suitable for beginner and intermediate enduro riders, with English-speaking tour guide and luggage transport included.
Daily program: Windhoek - Cape Town with the travel-enduro
1: Arrival in Windhoek, Namibia
Your motorcycle adventure from Namibia to South Africa begins in Windhoek, Namibia's vibrant capital. After airport transfer, meet your English-speaking tour guide and your travel-enduro motorcycle. Spend the evening exploring Windhoek's German colonial architecture and African markets. Accommodation: guesthouse in Windhoek.
2: Windhoek to Sesriem via Spreetshoogte Pass
Leave Windhoek on your enduro motorcycle and head south-west toward the Namib Desert. The highlight of today's motorcycle tour is the legendary Spreetshoogte Pass — the steepest pass in Namibia, with breathtaking views over the Namib. Mostly gravel roads, perfect for the travel-enduro. Accommodation: lodge or camping near Sesriem.
3: Sossusvlei Dunes — Namib Desert Ride
Today's motorcycle ride takes you into the iconic Sossusvlei dunes — the highest sand dunes in the world, glowing red at sunrise. Hike Big Daddy or Dune 45, then ride back through the Namib Desert. A short but unforgettable day on the Namibia to South Africa motorcycle tour. Accommodation: lodge / camping.
4: Atlantic Coast Ride to Lüderitz
Ride your enduro motorcycle through endless Namib Desert landscapes down to the Atlantic coast at Lüderitz. Lunch stop in Aus, with optional visits to abandoned colonial-era train stations. The fresh Atlantic breeze welcomes you to one of Namibia's most photogenic coastal towns. Accommodation: lodge or camping in Lüderitz.
5: Kolmanskop Ghost Town & Diaz Cross
Morning visit to the famous Kolmanskop ghost town — once the richest diamond mining city in Africa, now slowly being reclaimed by the Namib Desert dunes. Afterwards, ride along the Atlantic coast to the historic Diaz Cross, erected by Portuguese explorer Bartholomeu Diaz in 1488. Accommodation: chalet, luxury tent or camping.
6: Fish River Canyon — World's 2nd Largest Canyon
Today's motorcycle tour highlight: the Fish River Canyon — the second largest canyon in the world after the Grand Canyon. Ride via Seeheim, past the Naute Dam and date plantations, arriving at the canyon rim in late afternoon. Overnight at the legendary Canyon Road House. Accommodation: bungalow at Fish River Canyon.
7: Orange River & Ai-Ais Hot Springs to Oranjemund
Follow the Fish River through a dramatic gorge down to the Ai-Ais hot springs — a perfect break for tired enduro riders. Then ride 180 km along the Orange River, the natural border between Namibia and South Africa, through table grape plantations to Oranjemund. Accommodation: guesthouse or camping.
8: Border Crossing to South Africa — Hondeklipbaai
Cross the border from Namibia to South Africa today. Ride along the lonely Atlantic coast via Port Nolloth and the deserted diamond town of Kleinzee. The Namibia to South Africa motorcycle tour now enters its second half — sleepy fishing village Hondeklipbaai. Accommodation: guesthouse or camping.
9: Olifants River Wine Region — Klawer
Leave the Atlantic coast and ride south on quiet gravel roads — perfect terrain for your enduro motorcycle. Near Lutzville the Olifants River marks the start of South Africa's famous wine region. Evening wine tasting in Klawer. Accommodation: guesthouse or camping.
10: Cederberg Mountains Enduro Ride
One of the best motorcycle routes in South Africa: the winding gravel road into the Cederberg Mountains. Often compared to the Italian Dolomites, the Cederberg offers rugged sandstone peaks and panoramic viewpoints — a true enduro paradise. Accommodation: guesthouse or camping.
11: Bainskloof Pass to Stellenbosch Wine Region
Today's motorcycle ride is a curve-lover's dream: leave the Cederberg over multiple mountain passes, ride through the orchards of Ceres and tackle the legendary Bainskloof Pass with epic views over Wellington. Arrive in Stellenbosch — South Africa's most famous wine town. Accommodation: guesthouse or camping.
12: Cape of Good Hope & Boulders Beach to Cape Town
Final riding day of the motorcycle tour Namibia to South Africa: ride to the Cape of Good Hope (Cape of Storms), visit the African penguins at Boulders Beach, then return to Cape Town along the spectacular Chapman's Peak coastal road. Accommodation: guesthouse in Cape Town.
13: Cape Town — Tour End & Optional Extension
End of your motorcycle adventure in Cape Town. Airport transfers available on request. OVERCROSS can organize an extended Cape Town stay with wine tours, Table Mountain hikes or a Garden Route motorcycle extension.
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PRICE
from€4219.00 / person✓ Trip includes
✕ Trip does not include
- Transfer Windhoek (Air Namibia) at the start of the tour
- Rental motorcycle single-cylinder 650cc: BMW / KTM / Suzuki / Honda XR
- Support vehicle including luggage transport
- Spare motorcycle
- All overnight stays (Hotel/Lodge/Guesthouse/Luxury Safari tent in double room)
HIGHLIGHTS
Adventures in Windhoek:
Experience the vibrant hustle and the African mentality in Namibia's capital.
Spreetshoogte Pass:
Enjoy the breathtaking view over the Namib Desert at the highest point.
Unique dunes in Sossusvlei:
You are awaited by a hike through the spectacular red sand dunes of Sossusvlei.
Coastal town Lüderitz:
Drive through a stunning desert landscape down to the fresh Atlantic.
Fish River Canyon Discovery:
Visit the second largest canyon in the world and experience the impressive expanse and tranquility. The Fish River Canyon is a breathtaking natural wonder where you can enjoy the calm surroundings and admire the vast views. This region offers numerous opportunities for adventure and photography as you explore the spectacular landscapes of the Namib Desert and the surrounding mountain ranges.
