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Kyalami Racetrack

Kyalami racetrack in Midrand is South Africa’s best-known racing circuit and home to a whole host of two and four wheeled racing events

Kaapsehoop Horse Trails Volunteer Project

Stretch your horizons and saddle up. The Kaapsehoop Horse Trails Volunteer Project will change your life and the lives of the local community.

Baracka - an Arabian horse at Pakamisa Game Reserve.

Pakamisa's Arabian Horses

Choose just to visit and admire the Arabian horses at Pakamisa Private Game Reserve, or take a horseback safari on strong, reliable horses with Arabian blood lines.

EEZI biking through the Tsitsikamma forest.

Tsitsikamma EEZI Bikes

You'd love to do a long cycle ride but you're not sure if you have the stamina? Now there's an easier way with EEZI Bikes in the Tsitsikamma.

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Tokai Forest mountain biking

Cape Town's reputation as an excellent city for cycling is greatly enhanced by the off-road routes within Tokai Forest, which offer opportunities for mountain bikers to test their skills.

Mountain biking in the Kruger National Park

Come face-to-face with the Big 5, or any of the Kruger National Park's amazing diversity of animals, birds and plants, from the seat of your mountain bike.

Cycling the Midlands Meander

Get on your bike and explore the intriguing towns that comprise the Midlands Meander, one of South Africa’s best established country routes.

Cycling Helshoogte Pass

Mountain bike enthusiasts in South Africa rate Helshoogte Pass as one of the most scenic routes in the country. Hop on your bike and find out why.

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Hot air ballooning over the Pilanesberg Game Reserve.

Hot air ballooning over an African wilderness

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Cycle routes

Helshoogte Pass, Cape Winelands

From Stellenbosch to Franschhoek, crank your way up the pass and then emulate your Giro del Capo heroes and speed back down again.
Follow the Owl Route, Eastern Cape

A 50km horseshoe-shaped scenic route with views of the Compassberg. Simply spectacular!
Midlands Meander, KwaZulu-Natal

A 2-day guided cycle tour with routes for roadies and/or mountain-bikers.
Long Tom Pass, Mpumalanga

Wind your way up Long Tom, then make a day of it on a circular route, or simply head back down.
Cruise the Karoo

Fantastic for a challenging ride on quiet country roads with awe-inspiring scenery.
Thabo Mofutsanyana

The Eastern Free State is where it's all happening. There are rides to suit all levels of fitness around Ficksburg, Clarens and Golden Gate National Park.
West Coast

Hit the gravel roads during wild flower season when acres of blooms are a treat for the eyes.
Garden Route

Wind your way up some of the country’s most magnificent passes and freewheel through shady forests and lush landscapes. Stop for photos and picnic lunches in interesting places.
Battlefields

Explore battlefields, scenic stretches of road and KwaZulu-Natal mountainscapes by bike.
Suikerbosrand, Gauteng

Kilometres of tarred road to explore in a scenic nature reserve.