Ride With Locals

South Africa · Guided Off-Road Expedition

7-days South Africa Enduro Safari

A guided 7-day enduro safari in KwaZulu-Natal on KTM and Husqvarna two-strokes. Bikes, all meals, mechanical support and a 2-day Big 5 safari included.

Duration
07 Days
Grade
Advanced
From
€4,500
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What’s included

Included

  • Airport transfers
  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 5 days motorcycle hire
  • All meals
  • Mechanical support
  • Fuel
  • Two guides
  • 2-day game reserve safari with Big 5 wildlife viewing
  • Sunset boat cruise
  • Luggage transfers

Not included

  • Flights
  • Crash damage insurance
  • Visas
  • Medical travel insurance
  • Personal protective gear
  • Alcoholic beverages
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Bikes & gear

KTM EXC 250 & 300 two-strokes, and Husqvarna EXC 250 or 300 models.

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How to book

  • Secure your spot with a 20% deposit.
  • The balance is due no later than 30 days before the trip.
  • Booking within 30 days of departure? The full amount is due within 3 days of confirmation.
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Good to know

  • Maximum of 6 riders, guided by 2 Ride With Locals guides.
  • A minimum of 3 riders is needed for the tour to go ahead.
  • For intermediate riders with previous enduro experience — the terrain is varied and technical.
  • Tours depart from King Shaka International Airport, KwaZulu-Natal.
  • We always recommend travel insurance that also covers transport back to your home country.
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The Route

01
King Shaka – Ballito

Arrival on the Dolphin Coast

Airport pickup from King Shaka International and transfer to Ballito. Settle in beside the Indian Ocean, meet the guides and check over the bikes.

King ShakaBallitoDolphin Coast
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Ballito – Glendale

Into the jungle single-track

First full day on the bikes in the lush subtropical forests of Glendale Heights above Ballito — tropical forest, mountain ridges and technical terrain at every level.

GlendaleJungle single-track
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Ballito – Glendale

Glendale Heights

A second day exploring the endless trail network above the coast, with alternative lines for easier passes or harder climbs depending on how the group is riding.

GlendaleMountain ridges
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Ballito – Glendale

Coast and forest

The last of the three Glendale days. Evenings back on the North Coast for local food and the Indian Ocean.

GlendaleBallito
05
Ballito – St Lucia

Riding gear to safari attire

North into the wildlife-rich bushveld. A sunset cruise on the St Lucia estuary among hippo and crocodile, then a night in the coastal town.

St LuciaSunset estuary cruise
06
St Lucia – Valley of 1000 Hills

Big Five, then back on two wheels

A morning game drive through Hluhluwe-iMfolozi, South Africa’s oldest proclaimed game reserve, then back on the bikes through mountain scenery to the Valley of 1000 Hills. Night at an eclectic African palace overlooking Krantzkloof Nature Reserve.

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Krantzkloof – Valley of 1000 Hills

The Valley of 1000 Hills

A full day of technical single-track, flowing descents, optional climbs and viewpoints over the Valley, before the transfer back to King Shaka.

Valley of 1000 HillsTechnical single-trackViewpoints

Ride With Locals South Africa Enduro Tours are designed for riders who love real off-road terrain and want to build their technical riding confidence.

Our 7-day tours take you on an epic enduro holiday. Think twisty single-track in the tropical jungle, beach swims and a Big 5 Safari experience.

The terrain we ride is varied, giving riders the chance to have fun, challenge themselves, improve their skills, and experience the thrill of riding in the South African tropical jungle.

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The map

Route overview7 days · 7 stops
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Waypoints

  1. Day 1
  2. 01King Shaka
  3. 02Dolphin Coast
  4. 03Ballito
  5. Day 2
  6. 04Glendale
  7. Day 5
  8. 05St Lucia
  9. Day 6
  10. 06Hluhluwe-iMfolozi
  11. 07Krantzkloof
Indicative route overview
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On the trail

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