A LUXURY MOTORCYCLE SAFARI
The Call of the Wild Adventure combines motorcycle touring with luxury game lodges to provide an in-depth experience of the continent’s incredible wildlife. The Adventure begins in Sandton, South Africa (a suburb of Johannesburg) and continues through Botswana and Namibia, with a side trip to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. The trip ends in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia.
Highlights of this Adventure include:
- Nearly all accommodations are in luxury game lodges (several 5-star lodges and hotels) in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia. (All luxury tented lodges include full private en suite bath facilities.)
- Numerous game drives in 4×4 safari vehicles to see Africa’s Big Five (lion, rhino, leopard, Cape buffalo, and elephant) – as well as a wide variety of other wildlife.
- A free day in Kasane, Botswana, with ample time for a day trip to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. The stay also includes a river cruise on the Chobe River and game drives in the Chobe National Park.
- Three nights at a luxury lodge in Namibia’s famed Etosha National Park, where guests may use their own 4×4 vehicles for their own daily game drives.
Jamie Elvidge, editor of Motorcycle Escape Magazine, described the Call of the Wild as “the coolest way to ride a motorcycle from one safari to another.”
Interested in a longer trip? You can precede this tour with our Southern Cross Adventure, which takes place immediately before Call of the Wild.
At a Glance Your CALL OF THE WILD Adventure
DAY 1 – ARRIVE IN JOHANNESBURG
The tour leaders will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel where you have the day to relax, take a tour of Soweto or enjoy the upscale shopping, restaurants and cafes of the nearby Mandela Square. Later in the afternoon, the tour leaders will hand over the bikes before hosting a group briefing with more detailed information about the tour. After the briefing, we will enjoy our first dinner together at a wonderful local restaurant.
DAY 2 – SANDTON TO WELGEVONDEN ~ 220 MILES
We will have a very pleasant first day riding through the South African countryside as we head to our 5-star game lodge in the game reserve. Parking our motorcycles at the gate, we will enjoy a 45-minute drive in a 4×4 safari vehicle on our way to the lodge. Once checked in and unpacked, we will head out for an afternoon game drive and sunset drinks.
DAY 3 – FREE DAY IN WELGEVONDEN
An early morning game drive is a great way to start the day and watch the wildlife come to life as they begin their day. Afterwards, we will have brunch and then you can relax around the swimming pool or visit the spa. On our late afternoon game drive, we will enjoy sunset drinks in the bush and then continue to search for nocturnal wildlife as we head back to the lodge.
DAY 4 – WELGEVONDEN TO PALAPYE, BOTSWANA ~ 190 MILES
Before our noon departure, we will have another opportunity for a morning game drive followed by a great brunch. We will cross the border into Botswana today and then have a short ride to our destination of Palapye.
DAY 5 – PALAPYE TO NATA ~ 220 MILES
The road to Nata takes us through rural Botswana on good two-lane paved highways. We will pass many picturesque native villages with possible wildlife sightings along the way.
DAY 6 – NATA TO KASANE ~ 200 MILES
The road to Kasane is exciting because we often encounter elephants, giraffes, and other wildlife alongside or crossing the road. We will arrive at the lodge in time to enjoy lunch before taking an afternoon boat cruise on the Chobe River. This cruise offers spectacular and up-close game viewing of hippos, elephants, giraffes, Cape buffalo, and many other species of animals and birds.
DAY 7 – FREE DAY IN KASANE
This free day offers several great options to choose from. You could opt for an early morning game drive through Chobe National Park in an open safari vehicle and perhaps repeat the boat cruise in the afternoon.
Another great option is a day trip to Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, where you can take a guided tour, bungee jump from the falls, or take a helicopter flight over the falls.
DAY 8 – KASANE TO BAGANI, NAMIBIA ~ 275 MILES
On our way to Bagani, we will ride through Chobe National Park, where we once again have the opportunity for some great wildlife sightings. We will cross into Namibia and ride along the Zambezi Region to reach the lodge where we will spend the next two nights.
DAY 9 – FREE DAY IN BAGANI
Options for this free day include a boat cruise on the Okavango River to see hippos, crocodiles and other wildlife, a game drive at a nearby reserve, or simply relaxing and enjoying the amenities of this luxurious lodge.
DAY 10 – BAGANI TO ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK ~ 395 MILES
Today, we will continue across the Caprivi Strip on our way to Etosha, with the opportunity for some interesting stops for crafts and souvenirs. At our destination, you will have the option to trade your bike for a 4×4 vehicle for two days of self-directed game viewing in Etosha National Park.
DAY 11 & 12 – FREE DAYS IN ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Etosha National Park is one of the most popular game parks on the African continent. After the many game drives you’ve participated in during this tour, you’ll be ready to take the wheel of your own 4×4 and explore the park at your leisure. The lodge is located close to the Etosha gate, making it easy to visit the park as often as you like.
DAY 13 – ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK TO WINDHOEK ~ 335 MILES
Our ride to Windhoek will include some interesting curio shopping along the way. Our final celebration dinner will be at one of Windhoek’s trendiest restaurants, featuring a menu that includes popular African game dishes.
DAY 14 – DEPARTURE FROM WINDHOEK
After a relaxing breakfast, the tour leaders will arrange your transfer to the airport for your flight home.
TOTAL MILES: ~ 1,835 MILES
Road Conditions
Most of this tour is on good, mostly straight, paved roads. There are a few short sections of unpaved road leading to some of the game lodges. These roads are hard-packed gravel and the sections are not very long. The tour leaders will be happy to assist on these sections if you do not feel comfortable riding them.
A major feature of this Adventure is the extensive wildlife viewing that takes place during the many game drives and river cruises in the major game parks, especially in Botswana and Namibia. Many game sightings will also occur from the seat of the motorcycle on Botswana’s and Namibia’s national highways.
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Weather
The weather will be warm and dry for most of the tour. Very occasionally we come across late afternoon rainstorms in northern Botswana but for the most part, we will already be checked into the hotel/lodge for the night.
BMW F800GS
Upgrade fee (for duration of tour):
Included
Unladen weight (with fuel): 214 kg/472 lbs
Engine displacement: 895 cc
Power output: 87 hp
Fuel capacity: 15 L/4.0 gal
Standard seat height: 815 mm/32.1 inches
Low seat height: 790 mm/31.1 inches
Low frame and low seat height: 762 mm/30.0 inches
Panniers included: Yes
Top case included: Yes
Tank bag available: Yes
Damage deductible: $3,400
BMW F900GS
Upgrade fee (for duration of tour):
$250
Unladen weight (with fuel): 219 kg/483 lbs
Engine displacement: 895 cc
Power output: 105 hp
Fuel capacity: 14.5 L/3.8 gal
Standard seat height: 870 mm/34.3 inches
Low seat height: 835 mm/32.3 inches
Low frame and low seat height: 805 mm/31.7 inches
Panniers included: Yes
Top case included: Yes
Tank bag available: Yes
Damage deductible: $3,400
BMW F900GS (Enduro)
Upgrade fee (for duration of tour):
$450
Unladen weight (with fuel): 219 kg/483 lbs
Engine displacement: 895 cc
Power output: 105 hp
Fuel capacity: 14.5 L/3.8 gal
Standard seat height: 895 mm/35.2 inches
Low seat height: 860 mm/33.9 inches
Low frame and low seat height: –
Panniers included: Yes
Top case included: Yes
Tank bag available: Yes
Damage deductible: $3,400
BMW F900GS Adv
Upgrade fee (for duration of tour):
$650
Unladen weight (with fuel): 246 kg/543 lbs
Engine displacement: 895 cc
Power output: 105 hp
Fuel capacity: 23 L/6.1 gal
Standard seat height: 875 mm/34.4 inches
Low seat height: 835 mm/32.3 inches
Low frame and low seat height: N/A
Panniers included: Yes
Top case included: Yes
Tank bag available: Yes
Damage deductible: $3,400
BMW R1300GS
Upgrade fee (for duration of tour):
$1,400
Unladen weight (with fuel): 237 kg/523 lbs
Engine displacement: 1300 cc
Power output: 145 hp
Fuel capacity: 19 L/5.0 gal
Standard seat height: 800 mm/31.5 inches to 890 mm/35 inches
Low seat height: 800 mm/31.5 inches to 890 mm/35 inches
Low frame and low seat height: 800 mm/31.5 inches to 890 mm/35 inches
Panniers included: Yes
Top case included: Yes
Tank bag available: Yes
Damage deductible: $3,400
BMW R1300GS Adv
Upgrade fee (for duration of tour):
$1,750
Unladen weight (with fuel): 269 kg/593 lbs
Engine displacement: 1300 cc
Power output: 145 hp
Fuel capacity: 30 L/7.9 gal
Standard seat height: 841 mm/33.1 inches to 890 mm/35 inches
Low seat height: 841 mm/33.1 inches to 890 mm/35 inches
Low frame and low seat height: 841 mm/33.1 inches to 890 mm/35 inches
Panniers included: Yes
Top case included: Yes
Tank bag available: Yes
Damage deductible: $3,400
Personal Motorcycle
Deduct from rider tour price:
-$2,050
Please contact us at [email protected] if you would like a make or model of motorcycle that is not listed on this page for your tour and we will make every effort to secure the motorcycle of your choice.
Standard Inclusions
- Late model, low mileage motorcycle
- Upscale accommodations
- À la carte dining
- Two Ayres Adventures professional tour leaders
- Airport arrival/departure transfers
- Luggage handling
- Comfortable support vehicle for non-riding companions
- Comprehensive pre-trip planning and assistance
- Customized trip booklet with day-by-day itinerary and attractions
- Commemorative shirt
- Adventurer Club travel award credit
Meals
- All breakfasts
- All dinners
- Several lunches
Special Inclusions
- Game viewing boat cruise on the Chobe River
- Entrance to Victoria Falls
- All National Park fees
- Luxury game lodges
- Multiple morning & evening game drives
Deposit per person: $800
2026 Schedule
| Date | 2026 Adventures | Length | Rider Price (USD) | Co-Rider Price (USD) | Single Room Supplement | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 26 - October 9 | Call of the Wild (Johannesburg to Windhoek) | 14 days | $9,700 | $6,400 | $1,425 | Waitlist only (Add Name) |
2027 Schedule
| Date | 2027 Adventures | Length | Rider Price (USD) | Co-Rider Price (USD) | Single Room Supplement | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 25 - October 8 | Call of the Wild (Johannesburg to Windhoek) | 14 days | $10,150 | $6,750 | $1,425 | |
2028 Schedule
| Date | 2028 Adventures | Length | Rider Price (USD) | Co-Rider Price (USD) | Single Room Supplement | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 23 - October 6 | Call of the Wild (Johannesburg to Windhoek) | 14 days | $12,700 | $9,500 | $1,500 | |
Cancellation fee and refunds
| FROM DATE OF SCHEDULED COMMENCEMENT | AMOUNT FORFEITED |
|---|---|
| More than 60 days | 50% of deposit |
| 60 days or fewer but more than 45 days | 100% of deposit |
| 45 days or fewer but more than 30 days | 50% of full tour payment |
| 30 days or fewer | 100% of full tour payment |
We're already looking forward to our next Ayres Adventure
As U.S. diplomats who have traveled the world and lived in sub-Saharan Africa for six years, and as newcomers to organized tours, we might have been among your toughest clients to please - instead, Ayres Adventures won us over from our first email exchange! We can't say enough about the quality and professionalism of our Call of the Wild tour. Africa is not for everyone, but if you experience it with Ayres Adventures, you will not be disappointed. From amazing lodges to beautiful landscapes and wildlife, combined with two absolutely incredible guides (Jason and Claus) we could not have been more impressed. Thank you so much for going above and beyond our expectations - we're already looking forward to our next Ayres Adventure!
Jean and John's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild
Kampala, Uganda
This was our third Ayres tour and it clearly is the best motorcycle tour that money can buy
This was our third Ayres tour (Call of the Wild) and it clearly is the best motorcycle tour that money can buy. Claus and Jason were the best guides, very organized and very much understand people. Our accommodations were top notch and all planned extremely well.
Don and Vicki's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild
Best of Brazil
Escape to Machu Picchu
Inverness, FL
I can highly recommend Ayres Adventures for any motorcycle adventure
The "Call of the Wild" tour offered tremendous value for the money. It gave access to high end lodges such as Sediba which one would normally not necessarily consider. The wildlife sightings were spectacular. Game drives were offered twice a day when at game reserves. The local guides were outstanding and offered a ton of information. The opportunity to visit Victoria Falls was great and a must when in that area. The tour guides Claus and Jason made the tour enjoyable. They are professionals and know their stuff. Especially to have Jason, a South African on the tour gave us so much good insight into the country's history, current affairs etc. Jason's knowledge of the wildlife was especially helpful. Special thanks to Jason for helping me in refreshing my Afrikaans. I felt in good hands with both Claus and Jason. The good chemistry among the tour participants also helped to make this trip an unreserved success. I can highly recommend Ayres Adventures for any motorcycle adventure. Their organization and attention to detail is second to none. I am looking forward to the next tour.
Dietrich's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild
Bariloche to Ushuaia
Kitchener, Canada
If you’ve never been to Africa, Ayres Heart of Africa tour is certainly a trip of a lifetime
If you’ve never been to Africa, Ayres Heart of Africa tour is certainly a trip of a lifetime. A word of caution: You will want to return to Africa again and again, once you’ve experienced the wonderful people, riding, wildlife and culture.
The highlight of the trip was spending time with the Mountain Gorillas in Rwanda. What a privilege to be a few feet from these magnificent animals. To be able to view, interact and take pictures of a gorilla family where the elder Silverback watches over his group is breathtaking. The young ones are very curious and may very well come right up to you for a closer look.
The safaris in the Serengeti region include the Serengeti National Park and the Ngorogoro Conservation Area. From the comfort of your private game vehicle, you’ll view and learn about the abundant wildlife.
The great riding in East Africa contains a smorgasbord of roads that carve through pristine mountain sweepers to rural villages where speed bumps are common to large cities where few road rules exist or enforced, and mix in some unpaved patches to keep things interesting and a lot of fun.
The people you’ll see and interact with are amazing, especially the children who are sweet and beautiful. The gorgeous, colorful clothes locals wear will amaze you. Beware, the motorcycles will attract a LOT of attention from the locals. We all felt like royalty, as huge crowds of locals stare, question you about the bike and snap pictures with their cell phones.
Our tour leaders were outstanding with their attention to details, their wealth of knowledge on the history of the areas and current events, and their willingness to go the extra mile. They worked tirelessly to make the tour an unforgettable experience.
Ayres Adventures will not disappoint with the premium accommodations, food and activities you’ll encounter. They simply are the best.
Paul and Lisa's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild
Prudhoe Bay Excursion
Best of Alaska/Canada
Heart of Africa
Trussville, AL
Thank you again for another wonderful tour!
Thank you again for another wonderful tour! We always wanted to go to the North Cape, with all the planning you did for us, you made this trip a great experience. You found nice twisties with spectacular views, stunning landscapes and outrageous bridges from one island to another, which made our hearts beat faster.
Our tour leaders had a lot of inside information on special routes, which were not crowded at all. GREAT RIDING!
Birgit and Manfred's Adventures include:
Norwegian Midnight Sun Adventure
Japan Cherry Blossom
Call of the Wild
Machu Picchu Excursion
Hamburg, Germany
Ayres Adventures you have done it again!
Ayres Adventures you have done it again! Our second tour (Southern Cross) was amazing. Another trip with top notch motorcycles, accommodations, guides, scenery and excursions. It is obvious how passionate John and Jason are about Africa as well as accommodating each individual
tour participant. Ayres attention to detail sets them apart from other touring companies. Thanks again for another great adventure.
Chris and Jann's Adventures include:
Triple S Harley-Davidson Southern Cross
Call of the Wild Adventure
Chris and Jann created a video about our Call of the Wild Adventure. Click here to watch the video.
Morgantown, West Virginia
Once you travel with Ayres Adventures there is no going back!
First class all the way! Awesome roads and amazing lodging. Staff brings the group together and makes everyone feel welcome and at ease. Gives us plenty of time on the bikes and off the bikes to enjoy our new friends. Does a great job dealing with the unexpected and last minute changes which are bound to happen with any event. Why go with any other group - once you travel with Ayres Adventures there is no going back - they are top notch. This is my 4th trip and saving my money for the next one.
John and Heidi's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Ushuaia and Antarctica
Africa Call of the Wild
Iron Butt Viking Run
We had an amazing Adventure and are looking forward to more trips with Ayres!
This trip exceeded our expectations time and again. From the moment we arrived in Africa, everything was well-planned and easy. The accommodations were top notch and our tour guides, John and Jason, were the icing on the cake. They were fun, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. We had an amazing Adventure and are looking forward to more trips with Ayres.
Chris and Jann's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild Adventure
Triple S Harley-Davidson Southern Cross
Morgantown, West Virginia
This trip was set up to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but I hope it was not the only time I will visit.
"My lasting impressions of South Africa, Botswana and Namibia are overwhelmingly positive. This trip was set up to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but I hope it was not the only time I will visit." - Corey Hinderstein
"To encapsulate the experience of traveling by Ayres, I compare it to traveling with a wealthy and experienced older brother, one committed to showing you a great time. Once you’ve joined them, you don’t have to worry about a thing beyond paying for a bit of beer or wine on occasion." - Chase Hinderstein
Corey submitted an article about her trip with us. The article was published in Between the Spokes - the magazine of the BMW Club. Click here to see Corey's article.
Chase and Corey's Adventures include:
African Call of the Wild Adventure
Burke, Virginia
What a Ride!
What a ride! The IBA (Iron Butt Association) Ushuaia trip attracted me because of the opportunity to ride with like minded individuals who like doing the miles, and I was not disappointed. Challenging conditions like the Patagonian winds and the gravel roads of Chile were taken in stride by this bunch, and we all looked forward to great accommodations and good company at the end of every day.
My personal highlights were chasing Mike Kneebone and Nuno Leotte on the twisty pavement to the Perito Moreno glacier and the 1100 km day riding from Ushuaia to Torres del Paine through some of the finest scenery in the world.
I'll be back for more.
Rick's Adventures include:
IBA (Iron Butt Association) Ushuaia Tour
African Call of the Wild
African Southern Cross
Portugal, Spain and Morocco
Machu Picchu Excursion
Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
Overall, it was a wonderful experience!
Overall, it was a wonderful experience.
I expect to tour with Ayres again, and would highly recommend Ayres Adventures to anyone interested in motorcycle touring.
Burt's Adventures include:
South American Splendors
Call of the Wild
Machu Picchu Excursion
Richmond, Virginia
My husband loves motorcycle touring and now I must admit I have grown to love it too!
The camaraderie of our tour group, good natured people, well cared for roads, twistie turns and gorgeous scenery enhanced by beautiful silver ferns, crystal blue lakes, and of course lots of sheep!
These all describe the memories I will cherish when I think about New Zealand. My husband loves motorcycle touring and now I must admit I have grown to love it too! ...Susan"
Bob and Sue's Adventures include:
New Zealand Top Down Adventure
Call of the Wild
Escape to Antarctica (and Ushuaia)
Machu Picchu Excursion
Norwegian Midnight Sun
Lake Villa, Illinois
All of the tours that I have taken with Ayres Adventures have been excellent from start to finish
All of the tours that I have taken with Ayres Adventures have been excellent from start to finish. The itineraries, accommodations, and activities during the tours have provided many incredible experiences. Ron and his tour leaders have a way of finding the very best in each geographic area in which they travel.
John's Adventures include:
Escape to Ushuaia
Southern Cross
Call of the Wild
Namibian Splendors
Machu Picchu Excursion
Into Africa (Cape Town to Nairobi)
White Salmon, Washington
The professionalism of your organization is outstanding!
What a time we had in Africa, and the professionalism of your operation is outstanding. The routes, people, sights, hotels, food and animals all exceeded our expectations.
When you come back from any holiday there are usually a few things that stand out as being special. However regarding our tour it all blended into what can only be described as "Boys Own Stuff". It was truly the adventure we all dream about growing up as children. However to experience it later on in your life, is a dream come true.
We really want to participate in the South American Adventure next October!
Bill and Carolina's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild
Namibian Splendors
Bogota, Columbia
The sixteen tours we were on with Ayres Adventures are the best we have ever been on!
“We have taken more than 20 motorcycle tours; sixteen of the last seventeen were with Ayres Adventures.
The sixteen tours that we have taken with Ayres Adventures were the best trips we have ever been on.”
Denny and Alice's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild
Best of Brazil
Southern Cross
Diamonds, Desert and Dunes (Africa)
South American Five Flags
South American Four Flags
Mediterranean Odyssey
Escape to Ushuaia
Swiss Alps and Italian Dolomites
Swiss, French and Italian Alps
Adventure Center Holiday (USA)
Escape to Colorado (USA)
Rocky Mountain Holiday (USA)
National Parks Tour (USA)
Prudhoe Bay Excursion
Best of Alaska and Canada
Portugal, Spain and Morocco
Anchorage, Alaska
Once again, we came away thrilled...
"The Antarctica trip was our fifth tour (or 6th if you count Hyder) with Ayres Adventures and once again we came away thrilled with the experience.
The Antarctica portion was a life changing event, much the same as our three trips in Africa with Ayres forever changed our view of the world. Having now toured on all 7 continents, we can say that while the trip to Antarctica is costly and can be difficult at times, it is worth every cent if you enjoy adventure travel to new places. It will change your perspective of our planet and all it entails in a way that is impossible to explain unless you have made the voyage!
Mike and Cara's Adventures include:
Escape to Antarctica (and Ushuaia)
Call of the Wild (Africa)
Southern Cross (Africa)
Namibian Splendors (Africa)
Into Africa
New Zealand Top Down Tour
Greece and Italy - Golden Odyssey
Machu Picchu Excursion
Portugal and Spain Adventure
Portugal, Spain and Morocco Adventure
Southern Pines, North Carolina
Trip of a Lifetime
When we signed up for our Alaskan Splendors adventure, David and I thought we would have a good time, see some wonderful things, and meet interesting people. We never expected that a short trip to Alaska would prove to be the trip of a lifetime, led by guides who not only set the bar, but exceeded it, for professionalism, technical expertise, patience and pure fun!
John Jesson had us all laughing together from the first day, and working together as a team by the second. Traveling with him was a pleasure from start to finish, and you may be sure that we’ll look for him on future Ayres Adventures.
David and Ruth's Adventures include:
Alaskan Splendors
New Zealand Top Down Tour
Call of the Wild (Africa)
Stockton Springs, Maine
How does Ayres Adventures keep coming up with these ideas?!
Recipe for an awesome motorcycle adventure: start with a destination that's on every motorcyclist's bucket list (Ushuaia, "The End of The World"), toss in a trip to Antarctica on a world-class cruise ship, and then finish it off with drop-dead gorgeous scenery in the southern Andes.
How does Ayres Adventures keep coming up with these ideas?!
I've been looking forward to this trip for 2 years, and yet, despite having been on other Ayres Adventures and knowing what an outstanding outfit they have, Ron, Barb, Mauricio, John, and Nuno again managed to exceed my expectations. So, for that matter, did Antarctica.
Well done, Ron and Ayres Adventures!
Don's Adventures include:
Escape to Antarctica (and Ushuaia)
Call of the Wild (Africa)
Brazil - Rendezvous in Rio
Heart of Africa
Don created a blog post about his Heart of Africa Adventure. Click here to read Don’s blog.
Cornelius, North Carolina
The photos can't express exactly what I carry in my memory
The "Best of Alaska and Canada Adventure" was one of the most beautiful tours that we have ever done. The photos can't express exactly what I carry in my memory.
Thank you very much for everything. See you on the Africa tour, or perhaps on another USA tour.
Edison and Denise's Adventures include:
Escape to Ushuaia
BMW Motorrad Days (The Alps)
Best of Alaska and Canada
Call of the Wild Adventure (Africa)
Belo Horizonte, Brazil
I'm looking forward to Portugal and Spain next Spring
Thanks to everyone involved at Ayres Adventures. Shirley was great and both Malcolm and John did a great job. I'm looking forward to Portugal and Spain next Spring.
Mike's Adventures include:
Call of the Wild (Africa)
Spain and Morocco
Machu Picchu Excursion
Wellington, Florida
We can't wait for the next one!
It’s been less than two weeks since we completed the African trilogy and I’ve wondered how I’d ever find the words to describe our feelings about this extraordinary adventure. When the October 2008 Waypoints Bulletin arrived, it gave me the perfect start. As one who had to “overcome initial apprehension about travel to the ‘Dark Continent’,” I can honestly say that none of my fears materialized. Nick and I fell in love with Africa. From day one and throughout nearly seven weeks of travel, Africa grabbed us with the warmth of the people, the cultural diversity, the mind-blowing wildlife, and the spectacular scenery. Ayres Adventures delivered in its usual superb fashion on each and every day of the three distinctly unique tours.
The “Southern Cross” could be described as “Africa 101”, offering a taste of everything—from the busy, upscale Capetown waterfront to the luxury of L’Agulhas Country Lodge, from the cultural experiences in Eshowe and Shakaland to the overall African immersion at Otter’s Den. Leaving Johannesburg at the start of the second tour, we mistakenly thought ourselves steeped in a sense of place. Then came Shibula Lodge and we realized that a very different African adventure was just beginning. The “Call of the Wild” is truly all about the wildlife—watching the elephants crossing the river in Chobe can only be termed a life-altering event. As for Namibia, we’ll never forget the sands—towering over us on the dunes and shifting under our tires as we crossed the Kalahari! But the challenge was thrilling and the landscapes incomparable.
We’ll always be grateful to the Ayres “family” with whom we shared this amazing experience. So while "doing 'Africa Ayres Adventures Style'" may be addictive, I think it’s more accurate to say that we’ve simply become addicted to Ayres Adventures. We can’t wait for the next one!
Nick and Susan's Adventures include:
New Zealand Grand Tour
Southern Cross - TWICE!
Call of the Wild - TWICE!
Namibian Splendors
Escape to Ushuaia
South American Splendors
Best of the Mediterranean
Susan wrote an article about her African trips which was published in BMW Owners News. Click here to read her article.
Upper Saddle River, New Jersey
Exceptional Road Support and Tour Leadership
While searching on-line for motorcycle travel I came across the Ayres Adventures website. The site was far and away better than any other so I called Ron, took a chance, signed up for the South America 5 Flags Tour and never looked back. The trip was well run and well planned, offered reliable road support, experienced tour leaders and attracted fun, adventurous people.The next trip I took was an Ayres Adventure to Africa and this past summer I rode with Ayres in Alaska and Yukon Territory. By now I knew I could count on Ayres for exceptional road support and tour leadership and I was not disappointed. The Alaska challenge for me was riding the Dalton Highway to Prudhoe Bay and our leaders, John and Ed, aside from the expected road support, offered moral support and encouragement. I couldn't have done that ride without them.My challenge now will be deciding which Ayres Adventure to sign up for next.
Marilyn's Adventures include:
Prudhoe Bay Excursion
Alaska/Yukon Adventure
Southern Cross
Call of the Wild
South America 5 Flags
The Epic Journey - Moscow to Hong Kong
Antarctica Adventure
Santa Barbara, California
START CITY: Johannesburg
- Nearest international airport: O.R. Tambo International Airport
- Airport code: JNB
- Approximate distance from city centre: 16 miles/26 kms
END CITY: Windhoek
- Nearest international airport: Hosea Kutako International Airport
- Airport code: WDH
- Approximate distance from city centre: 28 miles/45 kms
Private Tour Inquiry
We are happy to book any of our motorcycle tours as a private tour. For most tours, we require a minimum of 8 bikes or 12 participants (riders plus co-riders). We can provide a private motorcycle tour for smaller groups, but a surcharge may apply. We can also customize any of our regular tours for a private group.