Distinguished Motorcycle Tours
5-Day Eswatini / Swaziland Motorcycle Tour & Safari — premium, slow-paced tar-road journeys designed exclusively for the discerning, mature rider.
For Riders Who Appreciate the Finer Details of Travel
Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) is a compact, culturally rich African destination and the perfect road trip from South Africa. Think: excellent winding roads, big-game safaris, ancient mountains, and vibrant traditions!
Distinguished Motorcycle Tours offer premium, slow-paced journeys designed exclusively for the discerning, mature rider. Every itinerary showcases breathtaking natural wonders paired with characterful accommodation. Whether you ride a classic cruiser, a modern tourer, or an adventure bike, all reliable motorcycles and classic motorcycles are welcome. We bypass unpaved roads wherever possible, prioritizing the joy of the journey over speed.
5-Day Eswatini Motorcycle Safari Itinerary
Gauteng to Ngwenya Glass & Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
Depart from Gauteng and ride via Carolina to the Oshoek border post. After entering Eswatini, stop at Ngwenya Glass for lunch. Ride via the capital, Mbabane, into Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary—Eswatini’s pioneer conservation area proclaimed in 1961—where we have special authorisation to ride our motorcycles inside the sanctuary to our overnight accommodation.
Tonight we share a cold one around the legendary Mlilwane campfire that has been burning non-stop for over 50 years!
Nkwene Rolling Hills & Hlatikulu Mountain Vistas to KaMsholo
Exit the sanctuary onto the newly paved access road joining the MR3 highway. Turn south near Manzini through the rolling hills of Nkwene to Nhlangano for fuel and lunch. Ride the highly scenic mountain pass cutting through Hlatikulu before descending into the Lowveld plains adjacent to the Lebombo mountains to overnight at KaMsholo Nature Reserve.
Leisure Ride to Hlane Royal National Park & Sunset Game Drive
After two fun days in the saddle, we take it easy and depart KaMsholo at 10h00 for a scenic 90 km ride through the Lowveld to Hlane Royal National Park—a 22,000-hectare big-game reserve home to lion, elephant, rhino, and ancient hardwood trees. End the afternoon with an optional 2.5-hour Sunset Game Drive in an open safari vehicle.
Sugar Cane Museum, Carlos Portuguese Prawns & Boulders Safari Lodge
Enjoy an early morning bush activity before riding through northern Eswatini past the sugar cane estates to the Sugar Cane Museum. Cross the Mananga Border Post back into South Africa for our highlight lunch stop at the famous Carlos for the best Portuguese prawns and chicken in the Lowveld! Ride a short distance to Boulders Safari Lodge to relax in the rock pool overlooking the untamed Lowveld sunset.
Return Ride Along the N4 to Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng
Cruise back along the N4 to Gauteng, bidding farewell in “Bronkies” (Bronkhorstspruit) with memories of an unforgettable 1,200 km cross-border ride.
Johan Kriek — 40+ Years of Saddle Time
With over 40 years of saddle time and a proven track record as a successful tour operator, Johan Kriek understands exactly what makes a motorcycle journey unforgettable. Johan invites you to step away from the demands of everyday life, reconnect with your passion for the open road, and rediscover the true joy of the journey.
Included (R7,750 Rider / R4,995 Pillion)
- Professional tour leader (Johan Kriek)
- 4 nights single or shared accommodation with en-suite bathrooms
- Full English Breakfasts
- Special permission to ride into Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary and Royal Hlane National Park
Excluded & Important Notes
- Border fees, park entrance fees (SANParks Wild Card is valid) & museum fees
- Lunches, dinners, drinks & optional sunset game drive
- NB: No back-up vehicle — riders carry their own luggage
- Fuel, gratuities & personal travel insurance