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From Cape Town, South Africa to Cairo, Egypt - a 54-day, 9,000-mile Adventure through a dozen African countries - from the southernmost point on the African continent to the Mediterranean Sea. The very words "Cape to Cairo" evoke images of a thrilling, romantic expedition through the very heart of Africa on one of the most fabled overland routes in the world. Experience dense jungles, arid deserts, stunning mountains, expansive lakes, raging rivers and the continent's incredible, exotic wildlife.

This very special Adventure is offered "Ayres Adventures Style" - with premium accommodations, meals and support services. "Best Available" will be used for the few overnight stops in which premium accommodations are not available. Many 4 and 5 star game lodges and boutique hotels will be used, especially south of Ethiopia and Sudan. (No, we DO NOT contract this or any other Ayres Adventure to other tour operators - the trip will be operated by Ayres Adventures).

Highlights include:
  • Cape Town, South Africa - including luxury accommodations on the Waterfront. Ride the Cape Peninsula including Chapman's Peak Drive - one of the most scenic motorcycling roads in the world.
  • Cape L'Agulhas - the most southern point on the African continent, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet.
  • Chobe National Park in Botswana. Trip includes a cruise on the Chobe River and a game drive in Chobe National Park.
  • Victoria Falls, with optional activities that include white water rafting (Class 5), one of the world's highest bungee jumps, sunset cruises and leisurely canoe trips.
  • Lake Malawi - the huge fresh water lake that dominates the country.
  • Several nights on the island of Zanzibar, where we'll relax on the island's famous white beaches, visit the historic slave forts and dungeons, and stroll through the exotic spice markets.
  • Multiple overnight stops at upscale game lodges in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda.
  • Kenya's Ngorongora Crater and Serengeti National Parks (by 4x4 safari vehicle, of course). From the floor of the crater we'll view elephant, lion, rhino, hippo, crocodile, pink flamingos and much more.
  • Great photo opportunities of Mt. Kilimanjaro - weather permitting, of course.
  • Visit to a local Masai village in Arusha.
  • Lake Victoria, where the Nile River begins it's more than 4,000-mile journey to the sea.
  • A gorilla safari to see mountain gorillas in Uganda. Many experienced travelers rate this as one of the greatest wildlife experiences in the world.
  • Cross the equator during our journey through Tanzania and Rwanda.
  • The Blue Nile Gorge and Blue Nile Falls near Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
  • Khartoum, the capital of Sudan where the Blue Nile and the White Nile converge. The trip includes a boat trip on the Nile River and a visit to the nearby temples at Naqa and the Pyramids at Meroe.
  • Luxor, Egypt including a visit to Luxor Temples and the Valley of Kings and Queens.
  • A guided tour of the Great Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza.

Some sections of the trip will entail riding on poor quality, unpaved roads. Riders must be experienced and comfortable with riding on non-paved roads. As with most of our Adventures, we use the best roads available and avoid roads requiring a high degree of technical skill. Nonetheless, some portions may be rough.

Considering the level of accommodations and amenities, the trip is suitable for experienced two-up riders. A comfortable support vehicle will be available for non-riding companions (or "sometimes" riding companions) as well as a trailer for transporting luggage and a spare motorcycle. For situations in which a co-rider prefers to avoid the more arduous portions of the trip, they may decide to join us for a portion of the trip. Call or write for details.

We will offer the opportunity to participate in two days of BMW off road training at the BMW Rider Training center in South Africa immediately prior to the start of the trip. The cost of this training will vary, depending on the number of riders who express interest in booking it, as the course will be conducted as a private class for trip participants.

The route includes a wide variety of road conditions and varying geographical features. A major feature of this Adventure is the extensive wildlife viewing that takes place during the many game drives and river cruise in the major game parks in Botswana, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda. Many game sightings will also occur from the seat of the motorcycle.
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Dates and Prices:  
(Arrive at departure city on start date, depart final destination on end date) Includes BMW F650GS. 

Start Date End Date Duration Price (USD) Co-Rider Using Own Bike Note
May 1 2011 Jun 23 2011 54 Days $34,500 $24,500 $29,500  

A deposit of $1,500 per person is required to book this trip.

Additional charge of $1,600 for BMW F800GS
Additional charge of $3,000 for a BMW R1200GS
Additional charge of $3,850 for a BMW R1200GS Adventure
Additional charge of $700 for panniers (F650GS, F800GS, R1200GS)
Additional charge of $1,150 for panniers (R1200GS Adventure)
Additional charge of $375 for top box

Riders who wish to use their own motorcycle will be required to arrange for and pay for all shipping charges, carnets, and maintenance on the motorcycle during the tour.

Single room supplement - $3,850
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Meals:
All breakfasts and dinners.

Motorcycles Available:

Model   Specifications

BMW F650GS

(2 Cylinder)

Seat Height: 820 mm / 790 mm

Seat Height: 32.3 inches / 31.1 inches

Dry Weight: 171 kg / 377 lb

Fuel Capacity: 16 Liters / 4.2 Gallons

Displacement: 798 cc

Damage Deposit: $2,500

BMW F800 GS

Seat Height: 880 mm / 850 mm

Seat Height: 34.65 inches / 33.46 inches

Dry Weight: 178 kg / 392 lb

Fuel Capacity: 16 Liters / 4.3 Gallons

Displacement: 798 cc

Damage Deposit: $2,500

BMW R1200 GS

 

Seat Height: 870 mm / 850 mm

Seat Height: 34.25 inches / 33.46 inches

Dry Weight: 199 kg / 439 lb

Fuel Capacity: 20 Liters / 5.3 Gallons

Displacement: 1170 cc

Damage Deposit: $2,500

BMW R1200 GS

Adventure

 

Seat Height: 915 mm / 895 mm

Seat Height: 36.02 inches / 35.24 inches

Dry Weight: 223 kg / 492 lb

Fuel Capacity: 33 Liters / 8.7 Gallons

Displacement: 1170 cc

Damage Deposit: $2,500

 
 
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