THE GREAT CAPE HARLEY TOUR
Thunder along coastal cliffs, sweeping mountain passes and vineyard valleys on a fully supported 12-day Great Cape Harley Tour.
From Cape Town’s vibrant Waterfront to the elephants of Addo and the legendary Route 62, every curve reveals a new horizon.
Enjoy boutique lodges, fine dining and authentic South African hospitality while we take care of the details — you just ride.
Tour at a Glance
Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Riding Days: 9 days on the bike
Total Distance: ± 2 240 km
Start / End: Cape Town, South Africa
Style: Fully guided, fully supported Harley-Davidson tour
Group Size: Small groups, 6–10 bikes, pillion friendly
Tour Highlights
Peninsula Grand Loop – Cape of Good Hope, Chapman’s Peak, Boulders Penguins
Clarence Drive (R44) – one of South Africa’s most spectacular coastal roads
Africa’s Southernmost Point at Cape Agulhas
Big 5 safari game drives at Garden Route Game Lodge & Addo region
Knysna Lagoon yacht cruise & Motorcycle Room Museum
Robberg Peninsula hike & Tsitsikamma forest adventures
Route 62 and Outeniqua Pass – classic South African riding roads
Wine and beer tastings in the Cape Winelands
Boutique hotels, country lodges and seaside stays handpicked for riders
Your Unforgettable Guided Journey
Day 1 — Arrive in Cape Town
Route: Airport → V&A Waterfront (±30 km)
Private airport transfer to your hotel.
Evening stroll through the V&A Waterfront’s shops, bars and restaurants.
Day 2 — Peninsula Grand Loop
Distance: ±180 km | ±6 hours with scenic stops
Private transfer to West Coast Motorcycle Rentals & Tours.
Motorcycle hand-over and safety / route briefing.
Ride via Camps Bay, Hout Bay and the legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive.
Visit Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Penguin Colony and Simon’s Town (lunch above the harbour).
Return via Muizenberg and Boyes Drive to your V&A accommodation.
Day 3 — Cape Town → Hermanus → Gansbaai → Arniston
Distance: ±260 km | ±6 hours with breaks
Ride the ocean-hugging R44 / Clarence Drive.
Coffee stop at Betty’s Bay.
Lunch and optional Croc Dive at Afrikanos, Gansbaai.
Continue to Arniston Spa Hotel for a seaside overnight stay.
Day 4 — Arniston → Cape Agulhas → Albertinia
Distance: ±260 km | ±5.5 hours
Photo stop at Africa’s southernmost point (Cape Agulhas lighthouse & latitude marker).
Ride along the N2 into the Garden Route.
Check in at Garden Route Game Lodge.
Evening and sunrise safari game drives (Big 5 experience).
Day 5 — Albertinia → Mossel Bay → Knysna
Distance: ±190 km | ±5 hours
Optional Mossel Bay adventures (time and conditions permitting):
Dragon Dune sandboarding
Great White Shark cage dive
Ocean zipline
Afternoon in Knysna:
Yacht cruise to the Knysna Heads
Visit the Motorcycle Room Museum
Day 6 — Knysna → Plettenberg Bay → Tsitsikamma
Distance: ±120 km | ±3 hours
Morning hike on Robberg Peninsula with ocean views and seal sightings.
Continue to Tsitsikamma Village Inn.
Choose one included adventure: Treetop Zipline or Blackwater Tubing (Storms River).
Day 7 — Tsitsikamma → Bloukrans → Addo
Distance: ±250 km | ±5.5 hours
Optional bungy jump at the famous Bloukrans Bridge.
Ride inland towards the Addo Elephant Park region.
Overnight near Addo with a dawn game drive the following morning.
Day 8 — Addo → Oudtshoorn
Distance: ±340 km | ±6.5 hours
Ride back towards the Garden Route and over Outeniqua Pass.
Arrive in Oudtshoorn, the ostrich capital of South Africa.
Day 9 — Oudtshoorn → Montagu (Route 62)
Distance: ±220 km | ±5 hours
Early meerkat experience at Buffelsdrift Game Farm.
Visit the Cango Caves and a working ostrich farm.
Follow the iconic Route 62 to Montagu.
Overnight at Montagu Country Hotel; dinner at a local favourite restaurant.
Day 10 — Montagu → Robertson → Rawsonville → Cape Town
Distance: ±220 km | ±5 hours
Wine and beer tastings in the Cape Winelands.
Final epic ride via R101 / Du Toitskloof Pass toward Cape Town.
Return bikes to the depot and shuttle to your hotel.
Day 11 — Free Day in Cape Town
Relax at the V&A Waterfront or choose from optional adventures:
Paragliding from Signal Hill
Sunset cruise
Two Oceans Aquarium
Day 12 — Departure
Private shuttle to Cape Town International Airport.
Culinary Experiences
This tour is as much about taste as it is about the ride:
Daily breakfasts included
Authentic South African braai under the stars
Fresh seafood in coastal villages along the Garden Route
Curated wine and craft beer tastings in the Winelands
Gourmet dinners at some of Cape Town’s finest restaurants
Group Size & Safety
Ride with confidence in a small, well-supported group:
Small groups: approx. 6–10 bikes (pillion passengers welcome)
First-aid trained staff with direct medical access if needed
All accommodation and activity suppliers vetted for quality and safety
Support vehicle following with luggage and spare bike
Ready to Ride the Great Cape?
You didn’t just visit Africa — you rode it.
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Tour Details & Booking
What's Included
- Harley-Davidson touring motorcycle rental
- Full comprehensive motorcycle insurance
- Fuel and toll fees for the entire ride
- 11 nights’ 4-star accommodation
- 11 daily breakfasts
- Professional tour guide and full support vehicle with luggage transfer
- All airport transfers
- Activities: 2 safari game drives , whale-watching tour , zipline canopy tour , Cango Caves guided experience , ostrich farm visit , and a beer tasting
Not Included
- International flights
- Security Deposit
- Optional bungee jump
- Mandatory travel insurance
- Personal drinks, expenses, and gratuities
- Meals not specifically listed in the inclusions
Guided tour Per Rider
(Pillion / Passenger options available)
All our tours can be fully customized to suit your preferences, with the option to add or shorten days, ensuring a truly bespoke and unforgettable experience tailored to your interests.
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