The thrill of a ride in Africa,
the security of an expert support crew
Your African Motorcycle Adventure - Made Easy
Your African Motorcycle Adventure - Safe & Done Right
Incredible Destinations
& Riding Mates
Expert Crew that Makes it
All Happen Seamlessly
Unforgettable Experiences
Along the Way
Dreaming of an African motorcycle adventure but uncertain about safety and logistics?
We get it
There are so many motorcycle tours out there, how do you know you can trust us to deliver your dream ride?
What if…
Your bike breaks down?
You lose your passport?
Your phone gets lost on a dusty road?
There are too many bugs?
You don’t like the other people on the ride?
You break a leg and get stuck in Botswana?
We’ve dealt with all these and more and never left anyone behind!
We have you covered
Your adventure comes with
Experienced rider guides and support crew
Safety backup
and trained medics
Motorcycles designed for Africa
A balance of adventure and comfort
Guaranteed timings and clear costs
Meet Your Expert Support Crew
founder & director
Andrew Vaughan
Founded Ride Down South after a decade of riding in Africa and an epic adventure from Canada to Cape Town
lead guide
Michael Durham
Our lead guide and Southern Africa expert loves people and riding the open roads of Africa
Chief mechanic
Henry Diedricks
Our chief mechanic, Henry keeps our beloved motorcycles Africa-ready
support crew
Rogan Muller
Rogan always has your back, driving our support vehicle and handling anything that crops up on the road
tour logistics
Helen Baker
Our bookings expert Helen ensures all the little details are taken care of so you can enjoy a hassle-free adventure
social media & marketing
Linda Martindale
Linda captures and helps us tell the stories from each unforgettable ride
With over 20 years of experience exclusively in Southern and East Africa, we offer unparalleled local knowledge and a community of passionate riders.
In over 20 years of riding in Africa, we've done...
motorcycle tours
334000
fleet miles ridden
259
tour days
124
happy guests
10
years organising tours
3 Steps to Plan Your Adventure
select your route
Choose from our curated tours or customize your own. Chat with us and we'll help you choose the best option for you
Book with Confidence
Secure your spot with transparent pricing and flexible options
Experience the Journey
Ride through Africa's stunning landscapes with our expert guides
Get in touch and let's get your adventure started!
Where do
you want to go next?
Explore our top three routes
Winelands, Mountains & Magnificent Namibia
14 Days | Tar & Gravel Roads
Ride through South Africa’s beautiful Western Cape and Karoo into Namibia’s vast landscapes, and southern night skies on this 14-day guided motorcycle tour.
Total Distance: 3300 km
Riding: 11 Days
Free Time: 3 Days
Level: Intermediate
Feast of Southern Africa
20 Days | Tar & Gravel Roads
Ride through South Africa's beautiful Western Cape and Karoo into Namibia's vast landscapes and on to the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls.
Total Distance: 4850 km
Riding: 16 Days
Free Time: 5 Days
Level: Intermediate
Seascapes, Switchbacks & Safaris
14 Days | All Tar Roads with Some Optional Gravel
Ride through South Africa's beautiful Cape coast and fold mountains, Great Karoo, Route 62, Garden Route, Drakensberg and the Kruger National Park on this 15-day guided motorcycle tour.
Total Distance: 3300 km
Riding: 11 Days
Free Time: 4
Days
Level: Intermediate
Explore more tour options or talk to us about creating your very own custom ride
Best of Namibia
Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Skeleton Coast & a top-rated game parks.
Zimbabwe’s Hidden Gems
14-day loop from Vic Falls to the Eastern Highlands & top-rated game reserves.
Great Lakes & Rift Valley
Victoria Falls to Rwanda via Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
Western Cape Adventure
Cape Winelands, Route 62, Garden Route, Karoo & Swartberg.
Cape Town & Cape Coast
Short rides from Cape Town through the winelands and fold mountains.
Let's Start Your Adventure!
We have great motorbikes to take you on your African motorbike adventure!
We operate a fleet of 18 Honda motorcycles: the Africa Twin CRF1000, Transalp 750 and Africa Twin XRV750. All the bikes are owned and lovingly taken care of by us.
Come try them out with us 😁
Email andrew@ridedownsouth.com to set up a call to answer any questions you may have.
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Experience the best of our African Motorcycle Adventures without the stress - we handle it all!
Email andrew@ridedownsouth.com to set up a call and ask any questions about what`s on offer.
See the incredible wildlife of sub-Saharan Africa up close.
Come ride with us ...
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We have space on our Winelands, Mountains and Magnificent Namibia tour that sets off in May 2025.
Join us for an African Motorcycle Adventure!
Drop us a line to hear more about what is on offer or email andrew@ridedownsouth.com to set up an online chat to ask any questions.
Don`t miss the opportunity for a great time with Ride Down South this year!
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Fun guaranteed! More than just the riding, we make sure to take time to stop and experience amazing things along the way.
Join us in 2025! We have lots of excellent tours ahead.
Wanna chat more and ask questions?
Email andrew@ridedownsouth.com and set up a call.
Come ride with us! We have a couple of spaces on our upcoming tours 😃
And loads of adventures loading ...
Email andrew@ridedownsouth.com for more information on what is coming up or to schedule a call on Zoom.
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There is fun to be had!
Come have it with us.
Email andrew@ridedownsouth.com for more information on what is coming up or to schedule a call on Zoom.
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“Work, Travel, Save, Repeat.” – Unknown
Come ride the Feast of Southern Africa with us!
Adventures await on the wide open road between Cape Town and Victoria Falls.
We have space on our ride in March!
https://ridedownsouth.com/feast-of-southern-africa/
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One of our favourite stops along the Cape to Namibia tour is at Norotshama on the Orange River.
We have a couple of spaces on our upcoming trip in March.
Email andrew@ridedownsouth.com for more on this fantastic trip!
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You’re in
great hands
for your
Southern
African
Adventure
Some awesome TripAdvisor reviews we’d like to share
When I booked this motorcycle trip I wanted the trip of a lifetime...
I got it and then some. Wow. What an experience! Andrew and the team aren't just great guides, they're also just really great people -- a joy to ride with and also a joy to hang out with. They ran my 22 day tour without a hitch and made sure we stopped at all the best secret spots. And the bikes we rode for absolutely perfect for the trip. Africa Twin! I'm a fan for life.
WILL ELLIOT
San Francisco
We had considered navigating the trip ourselves...
...but we would have missed out on so many personal insights, hidden gems and juicy tit-bits of local folklore. An unforgettable four days of biking through breathtakingly beautiful scenery and daily excursions which left us wishing that we’d booked double the time.
LAURA IDENSOHN
Saudi Arabia
If you’re after adventure, mateship and a real sense of achievement…
...I’d highly recommend a trip with Ride Down South. As a long time tour organiser and operator, this was actually the first time I’ve ever gone on a tour as a customer and you far exceeded my expectations. It wasn’t just the riding or the bikes, it was the whole package, the choices of accommodation, the great meals but above all the enthusiasm and willingness to go that extra mile (or 100 km) that shone through in you and your team.
OWEN HOLCOMBE
Cambodia
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