This popular cycle tour takes you to the scenic and cultural highlights of eastern South Africa and Eswatini. Your tour guide will show you this extremely varied region on cycling stages of between 18 km and 56 km with few climbs and short hikes. You cycle along the panoramic route along the Blyde River Canyon and then go on safari in the famous Kruger National Park with its astonishing diversity of species. You will get to know the interesting culture of the friendly Swazi people before travelling on to the charming Hluhluwe\/Umfolozi National Park with the largest rhino population in the world. You will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site iSimangaliso Greater Wetlands and take a boat trip there.<\/p>\n
Notes: A light to moderate level of fitness is required for the climbs on this route. The backup also allows for shorter distances and recharging during climbs. On the travel dates offered, the climate in Kruger National Park and in Eswatini is up to 25-30 \u00b0C, and there can be rain or thunderstorms in the afternoons in the summer months.<\/p>\n Health notice: \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>","cost_includes":"Alle Fahrten und Transfers im klimatisierten Minibus\nUnterk\u00fcnfte in ausgesuchten G\u00e4steh\u00e4usern, Hotels und komfortablen Lodges im 3-4* Niveau\nVerpflegung: 11x Fr\u00fchst\u00fcck, 1 x Picknick\nBei allen Radausfl\u00fcgen Back-up mit Begleitfahrzeug\nEintrittsgelder f\u00fcr alle genannten Aktivit\u00e4ten\nDeutschsprachige Reiseleitung auf dem Fahrrad","cost_excludes":"Alle Fl\u00fcge \r\nTrinkgelder\r\nNicht erw\u00e4hnte Mahlzeiten\r\nAusgaben pers\u00f6nlicher Natur","itineraries":[{"title":"Arrival and overnight stay in Entebbe","content":" After a stopover in Johannesburg, you will land at Kruger Park International Airport (MQP), where your tour guide will meet you. One-hour transfer to Hippo Hollow Estate 4*.<\/p>\n Hippo Hollow Estate 3*<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Distance by bus 60 km, duration 1 h<\/p>"},{"title":"Safari in Kruger National Park","content":" Fitting of e-bikes in the morning. Your tour guide offers a 10 km cycling tour in the area. A first afternoon safari in an open off-road vehicle takes you to the southwestern part of the world-famous Kruger National Park. You can experience lions, elephants, zebras, hippos, rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, wild dogs but also a colorful world of birds and diverse vegetation. (B)<\/p>\n Hippo Hollow Estate 3*<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Cycling route 10 km, 50 am, to warm up<\/p>"},{"title":"Bike tour at the edge of the large edge","content":" We take the bus to the small town of Graskop. Past the Pinnacle, a free-standing rock column, we go to the Gods Window viewpoint. From here you have the first impressive view of the lowlands. A long descent leads to the Lisbon Waterfalls, which plunge 50m into the depths. We continue along the Blyde River to Bourke's Luck Potholes. Water has created impressive whirlpools here. After a picnic, we take the bus up to 3 Rondavel Blick. Deep below lies the Blyderiverpoort reservoir. The bus takes you back to Hazyview. (B)<\/p>\n Hippo Hollow Estate 3*<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Bus route 100 km, duration 1.5 h<\/p>\n Cycle route 50 km, 770 am, tarmac<\/p>"},{"title":"Full day safari in Kruger National Park","content":" Since the animals are most active in the morning, after a small snack we will go to one of Africa's most famous national parks in an open safari vehicle. The park, half the size of Switzerland, is home to a very large number of mammals, birds and insects due to its large differences in landscape. On the way you will have breakfast and lunch. You will be back later in the afternoon and can relax by the pool. (B)<\/p>\n Hippo Hollow Estate 3*<\/span><\/a><\/p>"},{"title":"Cycle tour in the Kingdom of Eswatini","content":" The bus takes you through the tropical lowlands past banana and avocado plantations to the border of the Kingdom of Eswatini. After entering the country, we change the means of transport and cycle past the local farms, on a quiet track near the Phophonyane Lodge, idyllically located in the jungle, for two nights. (B)\u00a0<\/p>\n Phophonyane Lodge 3*<\/a><\/p>\n Distance travelled by bus 160 km, duration 2.5 h<\/p>\n Cycle route 23 km, 410 am, gravel<\/p>\n no additional KNP entry fee<\/p>"},{"title":"Cycle tour Piggs Peak - Mandlangempisi","content":" A 15-minute transfer takes you to the next starting point just outside Piggs Peak. The hilly, scenic track takes you through the fertile Komati Valley. The vegetation changes and thorn bush savannah accompanies us. After a lunch break, we return to the lodge in the afternoon. An afternoon excursion to the nearby waterfalls is well worthwhile. (B)<\/p>\n Phophonyane Lodge 3*<\/a><\/p>\n Distance by bus 90 km, duration 2 h<\/p>\n Cycling route 48 km, 580 am, tarmac\/track<\/p>"},{"title":"Cycling tour Bhunya \u2013 Mlilwane","content":" During the transfer to the uSutu forest, you will pass the main palace of the king. On a quiet country road you cycle through the rural landscape past numerous kraals to a craft workshop where the beautiful Swazi candles are made to upbeat music. We then cycle to the Mlilwane Animal Protection Park. Accommodation is in a cozy lodge with free roaming animals. (B)<\/p>\n Mlilwane Game Reserve 2-3*<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Bus distance 100 km, duration 2 h<\/p>\n Cycling route 55 km, 570 am, tarmac\/track<\/p>\n For 2026:<\/strong><\/p>\n Benka Lifestyle Country Lodge 3*<\/a><\/p>"},{"title":"Animal safari on the bike","content":" From the houses, you set off directly on a cycling safari. Apart from crocodiles and hippos, no dangerous animals live in this game reserve, so you go on safari on foot and by bike - an impressive experience! Zebras, blesboks, impalas, ostriches, warthogs and elands, among others, can be seen from the saddle of a bike. After a lunch break, we return to South Africa by bus. Accommodation is at the beautiful Zulu Nyala Lodge near the town of Hluhluwe. (B)<\/span><\/p>\n Zulu Nyala Heritage Lodge 4*<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Distance bus 260 km, duration 3.25 h<\/p>\n Cycle route 25 km, 300 am, gravel slope<\/p>"},{"title":"Safari in the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve","content":" In the nearby Hluhluwe-iMfolozi National Park, world-famous for its successful species conservation programme for white and black rhino, you will go on a safari in an open safari vehicle. In addition to the Big 5: lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo, you will also see the beautiful lowland nyala, a species of antelope native to the area. There is a bush picnic on the way. At the park exit, we get back on our bikes. The slightly hilly road takes us past Zulu villages to the town of Mtubatuba. Short transfer to the sea. For the next two nights, you will stay in a beautiful 4* guesthouse in the seaside resort of St Lucia. The town is located directly on the UNESCO World Heritage Site iSimangaliso Wetland Park. (B,L)<\/p>\n Umhlanga Lodge 4*<\/a><\/p>\n Distance by bus 50 km, duration 0.5 h<\/p>\n Cycle route 27 km, 250 am, tarmac<\/p>\n For 2026:<\/strong><\/p>\n Ndiza Lodge 4*<\/a><\/p>"},{"title":"St. Lucia \u2013 boat trip and bike rest day","content":" Morning boat trip on the St Lucia Lagoon. The mixed waters are home to crocodiles, hippos, lesser spotted eagles, goliath herons and many other bird species. The rest of the day is at leisure. Swim in the warm Indian Ocean or go for a hike in the rainforest. (B)<\/p>\n Umhlanga Lodge 4*<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Distance by bus 10 km, 0.25 h<\/p>\n
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The Kruger National Park is a malaria risk area. Please speak to your doctor about possible malaria prophylaxis.<\/p>\n