TRIPPING/W/STEVE
AN ADVENTURE BIKING TOUR COMPANY

EASTERN CAPE
Transkei Wild Coast
Baviaanskloof
/ Valley of Desolation
Browse our areas, view the galleries, check your bucket list, select your sweet spots,
we'll create your custom tour
to your requirements with professionalism
& precision planning.

Embark on an epic adventure across the diverse landscapes of South Africa's Eastern Cape with Tripping With Steve's exclusive motorbike tour. This expedition unfolds breathtaking scenery and cultural richness, beginning with the untamed beauty of the former Transkei region. Riders will navigate winding coastal roads, encountering traditional Xhosa villages and pristine beaches, experiencing the vibrant local culture and warm hospitality along the way. Journeying further, the tour leads to the awe-inspiring Valley of Desolation, a geological marvel within the Camdeboo National Park, offering riders panoramic views of towering rock formations amidst the vast plains. The exploration continues along the iconic Garden Route, revealing lush forests, stunning coastal vistas, and diverse wildlife. From the enchanting Tsitsikamma Forest to the charming towns like Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, riders will immerse themselves in the region's natural beauty, historical sites, and abundant flora and fauna. Led by knowledgeable guides, this tour promises an immersive experience, blending adventure, history, culture, and the wonders of nature across diverse terrains, making it an unforgettable journey for motorbike enthusiasts seeking the essence of Eastern Cape's allure.

TRANSKEI WILD COAST
Untamed beauty



TRANSKEI - WILD COAST
This tour will take us up to Port Elizabeth via Vanwyksdorp and the beautiful Cloetes pass in the Vreysrant mountains where we spend time on a game ride through the Addo Elephant park before moving on to Kei mouth where we cross the great Kei River on a Pont before heading up to Coffee Bay. The scenery and diversity on this tour is beautiful and will leave lasting impressions. We travel through rural Transkei until Port St Johns where we circle back towards Cape Town via the Karoo and garden route.
DURATION: 8-day tour.
BEST TIME: This can be ridden all year round but the wettest months are the summer months January/February and November/December.
TECH: This is a 60/40 on /off road tour and pillion friendly.
Embark on an exhilarating adventure with Tripping With Steve's Transkei Tour designed exclusively for motorbike enthusiasts. Nestled in the rugged beauty of South Africa's Eastern Cape, this tour offers an unforgettable journey through the mesmerizing landscapes of the former Transkei region. Feel the rush as you navigate winding roads that hug the dramatic coastline, revealing breathtaking vistas of untouched beaches, rolling hills, and traditional Xhosa villages. Led by experienced guides, riders will encounter a perfect blend of thrilling rides and cultural immersion, stopping at local hotspots for authentic cuisine and engaging with the welcoming communities along the way. From adrenaline-pumping twists and turns to moments of serenity amidst nature's bounty, the Transkei Tour promises an extraordinary and soul-stirring experience for motorcycle enthusiasts seeking the ultimate escapade.

BAVIAANSKLOOF / VALLEY OF DESOLATION
Pristine wilderness, rock & fynbos



BAVIAANSKLOOF - VALLEY OF DESOLATION
This tour will take us up to Patensie where we will experience the beautiful Baviaanskloof coming out at Willmore after experiencing a night sleeping in the Makkedat caves. From here we head up to the Valley of desolation before heading back to Cape Town via two majestic mountain passes. This tour will show case the diversity of South Africa. Off-road experience is a must.
DURATION: 5- day tour
BEST TIME: March- May and September-November but can be done all year round except the rainy season (February and March) where the river crossing might be impassable. Summertime can get VERY hot in the valley and very cold at night.
TECH: Very experienced off-road riders may bring a pillion. This is a 60/40 on/off road tour.
Delve deep into the awe-inspiring majesty of the Valley of Desolation. This tour promises an adventure through diverse landscapes, leading riders to the Camdeboo National Park's geological marvel. Encircled by the historic town of Graaff-Reinet, the Valley of Desolation offers riders panoramic vistas of towering dolerite pillars amid the sweeping plains, an unforgettable visual spectacle. As riders traverse the rugged terrain, they'll encounter a rich tapestry of flora and fauna, including unique species like the Cape Mountain Zebra and various birdlife. Delve into the area's historical significance, discovering traces of ancient civilizations and the stories etched into the landscape. Led by experienced guides, this tour ensures an immersive experience, blending natural wonders, cultural insights, and thrilling rides across the Eastern Cape's diverse countryside and terrains, creating an unforgettable journey for motorbike enthusiasts seeking the Valley of Desolation's mesmerizing allure.