Gravel Africa

With Gravel Africa, you won’t find a standard cycling trip. Gravel Africa is all about pure enjoyment: enjoying unspoiled landscapes, friendly interaction with fellow travellers, great conversations on the bike, unique and small-scale accommodation and of course contact with the local population. Ready to experience an unforgettable gravel adventure in Southern Africa?

Cycling through South Africa, Namibia and along the magical Zambezi

At Gravel Africa we offer cycling holidays that embody the essence of slow travel. Take your time to explore the beautiful landscapes and experience local life up close. Along the way you can enjoy the fantastic gastronomy of the destinations, such as at La Petite Colombe in South Africa, set amidst the vineyards in Franschhoek. Or by a campfire in Namibia under the stars. If you want to know more about Gravel Africa, read on!

Best time to travel

For our cycling tours we recommend the months of April to November. During this period the temperatures in South Africa, Namibia and along the Zambezi are the most suitable for cycling. Although Africa can be visited all year round, the summer months can be extremely hot, with temperatures rising to over 40 degrees – not ideal for a gravel adventure!

CLIMATE

From subtropical to desert and tropical, Southern Africa’s climate is incredibly diverse and varies by region. Summers (December to February) can be extremely hot, while winters (June to August) are mostly dry and sunny, with pleasant temperatures for cycling. Spring and autumn offer the ideal balance of warmth and comfort, perfect for a gravel adventure.

tailor-made cycling tours

Gravel Africa organizes three fully catered gravel trips through Southern Africa every year. Do you want a tailor-made adventure for your family, company or group of friends? That’s possible! We are happy to put together a trip that perfectly matches your wishes, from challenging routes to special overnight stays and unique local experiences.

Our Gravel Destinations

South Africa

The Cape Cross takes you on a breathtaking adventure through South Africa. In eight days you cycle over endless gravel roads, through rugged mountain passes and past vast vineyards, while enjoying spectacular views and the pure beauty of the country. With atmospheric accommodations, local specialties and perfect organization, this is an unforgettable experience.

Namibia

The Gravel Africa Namibia tour takes you through one of the most pristine and rugged landscapes in the world. In eight days you will cycle on endless gravel roads, through vast savannahs and along deep river gorges, while enjoying the silence and pure beauty of the desert. With unique overnight stays under the stars and authentic local experiences, this is an adventure you will never forget.

Zambezi

The Zambezi Gravel Tour is an adventurous journey along one of Africa’s most iconic rivers. In eight days you will cycle through vast savannahs, along the mighty Zambezi and over endless gravel roads, while spotting wildlife and experiencing the pristine wilderness. With unique overnight stays, a boat trip on Lake Kariba and a final game drive, this is a cycling adventure that you will remember forever.

Our Accommodations

Gravel Africa selects only small-scale lodges and unique country estates that match the adventurous nature of our trips. Many of these accommodations are run by local communities, which ensures an authentic and hospitable experience. We choose our accommodations strategically, close to nature reserves and along the most beautiful gravel routes, so that after a day of cycling you can enjoy peace, comfort and a good meal in a special environment.

Wildlife

Experience the magic of Africa with Gravel Africa tours through South Africa, Namibia and the Zambezi region. Our routes are carefully put together so that you can enjoy cycling through breathtaking landscapes without a care in the world. Each tour offers a unique experience: from luxury lodges and culinary highlights in South Africa, to the untamed wilderness of Namibia and the adventure of cycling along the Zambezi, among the African wildlife.

Small-scale and personal

Our gravel trips are small-scale, with groups of up to ten participants. During your cycling adventure with Gravel Africa, you will be accompanied by two experienced guides who know the route like no other and can solve technical problems immediately. If there is a problem, there is always a support vehicle with bicycle racks ready to help. This way, we ensure that you can start your cycling adventure through Africa without any worries!

Gravel Agenda

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September 2025

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