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A bike tour South Africa along the west coast and Swaziland

What better way to discover this extraordinary part of the world. This bike tour South Africa really enables the cyclist to experience the beautiful landscape and fascinating cultures of Eastern South Africa. The region offers extreme variety, which can best be seen with the help of an accomplished guide. The tour includes short hikes and a few climbs, during which this variety becomes all the more evident. And of course any trip to South Africa would not be complete without a Safari. This bike tour South Africa does not disappoint. A Safari trip in Kruger national park is one of the highlights. The cool temperatures of the morning provide the best opportunity to view the animals at their most active. Lions, rhinos and leopards are merely a handful of the fascinating wildlife that the cyclists can expect to see from the comfort of an open Land Rover.

Known for its trout breeding, the bike tour South Africa begins in Dullstroom, at the foot of the Dakensberg Mountains. The journey continues through the mystical area of Long Tom Pass, which weaves through the mountains. The pass was originally followed by pioneer wagon drivers. The route allows the cyclist to witness the rich vegetation, which includes eucalyptus and pine trees as far as the eye can see. The views are simply majestic, and only further highlight the natural beauty of the area. Inhabited by the very friendly Swazi people, the small kingdom of Swaziland also borders Mozambique to the east. The western half of Swaziland is mountainous, while the eastern half descends into a lowland. The perfect opportunity for the cyclists to learn about the eating habits and customs of the local people. A visit to the local market in Mbabane is also included.

The welcoming people, stunning landscape and fascinating cultures of Africa are just a couple of highlights of this tour. To discover such an extraordinary country by bike is something special. Towards end of the tour, for example, the route leads along the Tugela River in the Royal Natal National Park. The tempo begins to ease up and there is time to take in the awe-inspiring Tugela gorge and waterfalls. A truly fitting end to a wonderful trip.

Company information:
African Bikers is a company formed in 1993 and who offer high-quality cycling holidays throughout various regions in and around Southern Africa. Each route is carefully researched, taking into account the considerations of the tour guides and guests. The majority of the tours are guided by the team at African Bikers themselves, enabling them to ensure the quality of accommodation and routes. The sizes of the groups in which you will travel in are between 8 to 15 guests. All tours can be organized from 2 people upwards. Further information, including tips on what to bring and what weather to expect can be found on the website.

Contact:
African Bikers Tours CC
35 Breda Street
Oranjezicht
Cape Town
8001
South Africa
Telephone +27 – (0)21 – 465 2018
Telefax +27 – (0)21 – 461 2349
reservations[at]africanbikers.com