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This is my third trip with…

06 November 2025

Fréderic

Adventure in South Africa
This is my third trip with Vintage. A great experience every time. From the booking to handing back the motorcycle, it is always very well organized. The trip itself was a complete change of scene and a total discovery. One small remark: please stop saying the trip lasts 10 days when the motorcycles are returned on day 9, the guide finishes on day 9 and there are 9 hotel nights; it artificially inflates the length of the trip. I will still keep trusting you, for...
Vintage Rides' response

Thank you for your loyalty and your detailed feedback, Frédéric. We are delighted that this motorcycle road trip in South Africa let you fully enjoy the change of scene and the landscapes. Regarding the length of the trip: we always state the duration covering the whole stay, from your pick-up at the arrival airport to your departure flight. The program published online and sent at booking clearly details the number of riding days and the full course of the stay. This therefore includes the riding, the accommodation and all the logistical support, so that your experience is complete and well supported. Thank you for your renewed trust; we will be happy to see you again for a new adventure.

Flawless organization as always and a…

31 October 2025

thierry

Adventure in South Africa
Flawless organization as always and a wonderful country, a great discovery. When will Vintage go to space...???
Vintage Rides' response

Thank you for your feedback, Thierry! South Africa is one of those destinations we love to offer for its incredible variety: legendary roads, ever-changing landscapes and that end-of-the-world feeling that makes every day different on a motorcycle tour in South Africa. We are glad you enjoyed the organization and discovering the country... as for space, we're working on it! In the meantime, we offer a few destinations that, on some stretches, might remind you of the Moon or Mars ^^

Discovering South Africa in the best…

30 October 2025

Patrice

Adventure in South Africa
Discovering South Africa in the best possible conditions. I particularly loved the sumptuous scenery, and although the Royal Enfield Classic is less comfortable than the adventure bikes I am used to, it shows its versatility on the roads and above all on the tracks of this country, where I rode with great pleasure. Having never ridden off-road before, I had taken the precaution of doing the Vintage introductory course last spring. My understandable apprehension disappeared very quickly on the first day, within the first miles of track, and although some sections were a little surprising, with scree and/or sandy stretches, everything went well thanks to the wise advice of Clément and of my fellow riders, some of whom already had long off-road experience. The variety of landscapes on this tour made me open my eyes wide and stock up on memories, photos and videos that will keep me going until my next trip. The welcome at each stop was perfect: the hotels, very well chosen by the Vintage team, offered quality and comfort worthy of the best standards; the prize, for me, goes to the Karoo Art Hotel in Barrydale, a charming guesthouse where the setting and the quality of the rooms leave little room for criticism. A special mention for the lunch stop at the Porcupine Rest Camp, lost in the middle of nowhere and run by Joy and François. In the restaurants, the quality of the produce and the cooking never struck a false note; again it is hard to choose a favorite, but the dinner show on the first evening in Cape Town is well worth it. If you want to feast your eyes without sacrificing comfort, these 8 days in South Africa are for you. Thank you to the whole Vintage Rides team, and a special mention for Clément, a seasoned guide who discovered this country at the same time as us.
Vintage Rides' response

Thank you very much for this extremely thorough and enthusiastic review! South Africa is precisely a destination we love to offer for its rare variety: long panoramic roads, tracks that are sometimes more technical, and above all constant changes of scenery that give the impression of crossing several countries in a single motorcycle tour in South Africa. We are very happy to read that preparing beforehand with the course allowed you to approach the more demanding sections calmly, and that Clément's advice and the group dynamic quickly eased your apprehension. This is exactly the spirit in which we build these adventures. Thank you also for your comments on the stops and the accommodation: places like the Karoo Art Hotel or the more unusual stops are part of what gives the trip its character. We look forward to seeing you on another motorcycle adventure.

Delighted with this wonderful discovery of…

29 October 2025

Pierre

Adventure in South Africa
Delighted with this wonderful discovery of South Africa with Vintage Rides. Everything was perfect; you can tell the team is well practiced and competent. A big thank you to VR.
Vintage Rides' response

Thank you for your feedback, Pierre! We are delighted that this motorcycle tour in South Africa let you discover such a rich and varied destination, with that feeling of ease and serenity throughout the route. Thank you also for your trust and your kind words about the team, which are always a pleasure to read. We look forward to seeing you on another motorcycle adventure.

I recommend an adventure like this…

29 October 2025

Sébastien

Adventure in South Africa
I recommend an adventure like this one: no risk, completely safe because you are well supported.
Vintage Rides' response

Thank you for your recommendation, Sébastien. South Africa is precisely a destination we love to offer for this blend of adventure and peace of mind: magnificent roads, accessible tracks and a support team designed to let everyone make the most of the trip. We are glad you were able to enjoy this experience with complete confidence. We look forward to seeing you on another motorcycle adventure.

Thanks to Vintage and Francois, I have…

01 March 2025

Vincent

Adventure in South Africa
Thanks to Vintage and Francois, I've discovered a new way of discovering a country that's second to none.
Vintage Rides' response

Merci Vincent pour ton message ! Découvrir un pays à moto, c’est une expérience unique — et on est ravies que François et l’aventure en Afrique du Sud t’aient permis de vivre ça pleinement 🙌 Une autre manière de voyager, plus libre, plus intense… et inégalable, comme tu dis si bien ! À très vite pour ta prochaine ride ! Alexane, Alyssa, Polina & Astrid

The single room surcharge is…

27 February 2025

Philippe

Adventure in South Africa
The single room surcharge is high. Ditto for the passenger price. To be reviewed.
Vintage Rides' response

Bonjour Philippe, Merci pour votre retour. Les tarifs appliqués, notamment pour les chambres individuelles et les passagers, reflètent les coûts élevés de l’hébergement en Afrique du Sud, et nous nous efforçons de rester au plus juste par rapport aux prix pratiqués sur place. Nous restons à votre écoute. Bien à vous, L’équipe Vintage Rides

Very professional organization for a trip…

27 February 2025

Olivier

Adventure in South Africa
Very professional organization for a pure adventure trip.
Vintage Rides' response

Merci pour ton retour, Olivier ! On est super contentes que tu aies ressenti tout le sérieux de l’organisation, au service d’une vraie aventure comme on les aime. L’Afrique du Sud, c’est un sacré terrain de jeu ! Merci d’avoir roulé avec nous et à bientôt pour de nouvelles virées. Alexane, Alyssa, Polina & Astrid

Wonderful discovery, beautiful journey, beautiful…

15 February 2025

Phillippe

Adventure in South Africa
A marvellous discovery, a wonderful trip, a wonderful adventure in all comfort.... A real vacation, discovering places you'd never dream of, and that you wouldn't have discovered without the excellent organization provided by vintage rides and its excellent guide. Ready for a new adventure!
Vintage Rides' response

Merci pour ton avis Philippe ! On est vraiment contents de voir que tu as adoré ton expérience et que nos équipes ont su répondre à tes attentes. A bientôt sur les routes ! Alexane, Orlane, Magalie et Astrid.

A great experience with a group of…

14 February 2025

Nicolas

Adventure in South Africa
A great experience with a top-notch group and team, top-notch accommodation and top-notch meals. Images that will stay with you for a very long time. Thanks to François and Quevin + the whole V.R. team.
Vintage Rides' response

Nous te remercions pour ton retour Nicolas. Nous sommes heureuses que tu aies pleinement savouré ton périple à moto ! Nous espérons te retrouver bientôt pour une nouvelle expédition sur les routes. Alexane, Orlane, Magalie et Astrid.

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