Klein Karoo / Swartberg Cycle Tour

Klein Karoo / Swartberg Cycle Tour

A stunning ride over historic passes, winding through the poorts and landscapes of the Klein Karoo ending in the Wilderness.  Experience the hospitality of the Karoo.

Dates:

2 – 9 April 2022

 

At a glance:

  • 8 days of cycling with vehicle support
  • Cycling starts near Ladismith and ends in the Wilderness
  • Daily cycling from one accommodation to the next
  • Mainly district roads with some unavoidable tar
  • Scenic mountain roads and challenging climbs such as Rooiberg, Swartberg and Montagu passes
  • Group of 8/10 cyclists with registered guide and driver
  • 7 nights accommodation
  • All meals included
  • Daily tea stops
  • All transport from and to Cape Town included in tour price

Activity level:

Moderate / challenging

 

Accommodation:

Guest houses on local farms with delicious home-made cuisine.

 

Itinerary:

Day 1 Depart Cape Town and drive towards Ladismith

Cycle to a farm stay just outside of Ladismith

Day 2 Meander along to Van Wyksdorp and Rooiberg lodge

Day 3 Conquer the Rooiberg pass

Day 4 Cycle through to the foothills of the Swartberg

Day 5 Optional rest or ride the Swartberg pass

Day 6 Head down to the outskirts of Oudtshoorn

Day 7 Enjoy the beautiful Montagu pass

Day 8 After a cycle to Wilderness, head back to Cape Town

 

Included in tour price:

All transport from Cape town

Back up vehicle support during cycle rides

Tea / Refreshment stops during ride

All meals

Two guides

Seven nights accommodation

 

Not included in tour price:

Alcoholic beverages

Bicycle hire