BORN OUT OF A PASSION FOR AFRICA...

Under the notably passionate care of Heine Engelbrecht and John Gilbert, Tuli Tours Africa was born, designed to offer an immersive experience into Africa as it was 500 years ago.

Having jointly hosted a series of International inbound motorcycle tour groups in 2022, in collaboration with Bret Tkacs of MotoTrek International, it soon became apparent that Heine and John’s combined passion for, wildlife, motorcycles, travel, and adventure are the basis of a winning formula that underpin every aspect of the Tuli Tours Africa experience.

With the peace of mind that you are in safe and capable hands, client satisfaction, value for money, safety and unique exclusive adventure experiences are the core values we strive to deliver on for every tour.

HEINE ENGELBRECHT

Heine has over 33 years of experience in the motorcycle, touring and motor vehicle Industry. He is the founder of African Dream Adventure (ADA) and True Adventures.

ADA has been awarded numerous motorcycle manufacturers launches over the years – the KTM 790 in Morocco, the Africa Twin launch in South Africa, the Harley Davidson Launch in Florida and numerous vehicle launches, both locally and internationally.

Heine has also been awarded the official press launch tour of the much-anticipated Honda Trans Alp in May of 2023, which Tuli Tours Africa will be hosting. ADA has also been awarded the contract to manage the Nissan Adventure Club doing all Nissan Navara training and events.

Heine has hosted tours into Africa going as far north as Kenya and Tanzania (Land Rover 50^th anniversary). Over and above being a certified 4×4 and motorcycle instructor, Heine is certified as CPR/AED + First Aid, Nature Site Guide Level 2, and a member of Field Guide Association of Southern Africa.

Perhaps even more notable than his experience and qualifications, Heine’s open, warm and friendly demeaner is something guests always make particular reference to. You are truly safe in this man’s care and can expect hospitality and professionalism on a world class level. One would be hard pressed to find someone with stronger credentials.

JOHN GILBERT

John hales from a family whose history is steeped in a long heritage of travel and tourism. John’s father was the marketing manager of Southern Sun, reporting directly to the legendary Sol Kerzner in its early inception, and pioneered tourism to the Seychelle’s.

John continued the family tradition by founding Tuli-Adventures (now rebranded to Tuli Tours Africa) and has been running motorcycle tours to Botswana from Johannesburg since 2016. He has visited the country more than forty times in that time period. In that same year he completed a solo navigation of the perimeter of South Africa in just nine days on an adventure motorcycle.

John has been riding motorcycles for over 30 years and has a wealth of global corporate expertise, as well as vast travel and tourism experience, including having experienced Gorilla tracking at Five Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, to internationally renowned Safari resorts such as Shamwari, Londolozi, Mala Mala, Sabi Sabi and Kanana Okavango Delta. This has afforded him a fantastic frame of reference to draw on when designing tailor made itineraries.

MOTORCYCLE TOURS

The exclusive 7-day, 6-night motorcycle exploration of the Land of Giants – Tuli Wilderness…

This incredible expedition, which takes place over an 7 days and 6 nights, is the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It is the Safari adventure of a lifetime…

ON A MOTORCYCLE!

The Tuli Motorcycle Tour departs from Johannesburg. The route takes us up through the meandering roads of the scenic Waterberg, merging onto the lightly technical gravel roads, onto the path to the Botswana border post, and lastly up to Tuli Wilderness. This allows for both seasoned adventure tourer and lightly travelled adventurer to put to full use the capabilities of their motorcycles.

Tuli Wilderness is our base for the trip and finds itself located near the Platjan border crossing. The route is carefully charted to provide maximum enjoyment for all types of adventure motorcyclists; providing opportunities to experience various terrains that both intrigue and test riders from novice to intermediate levels.

Groups are limited to 10 motorcycles so as to limit the impact we have on the indigenous surroundings of the Tuli ecosystem.

This allows for an intimate tour of the renowned Tuli Wilderness and offers the unique opportunity to view a vast array of wildlife from the back of your motorcycle.

EXAMPLE ITINERARY

An example itinerary for the 7-day, 6-night tours is provided below. Please download or enquire about the confirmed itinerary for specific dates.

**DISCLAIMER**
Kindly be advised that, despite every reasonable effort that will be made to adhere to the Itinerary, last-minute changes may occur due to factors out of our control. These factors are including, but not limited to, weather conditions, accidents, dangerous wild animal movements, and road closures. Please refer to our detailed Terms and Conditions for more information.

PRE-TOUR ORIENTATION

Guest Arrival in Johannesburg
Tuli Tours Africa Team will collect and transfer guests to their hotel of choice for the night.
Overnight stay at Hotel of Choice.
TTA will collect guests from the hotel the next morning, and transfer to collect rental bikes.
Travel to ADA to do bike familiarization, tour Introduction, lunch and welcome braai, as well as a transfer back to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel of Choice.

**All Transfers from Airport to Hotel, and between bike collections and ADA, back to the Hotel are included in the Tour Package.

**Hotel Accommodation is NOT included in the Tour Package. Please liaise with us should you require recommendations on Hotels or assistance with bookings.

Guests may select to arrive a few days before the tour to familiarize themselves with Johannesburg, visit some tourist attractions, and allow jet lag to settle.

DAY 1 - START OF TOUR

Pickup at the hotel and transfer to ADA for the official start of the bike tour.
Depart ADA and travel approximately 280km (85% sand roads) to Eventeria Lodge, Milkwood.
Check-In approximately 15h00 for overnight at Eventeria Lodge – Bed and Breakfast Basis.

** Dinner and Drinks at Overnight Lodge are for Guests own account.

Please note that all luggage that will be taken on the tour will be transported on an open back, a pickup-style vehicle for the duration of the tour and as such all bags must be dust a rainproof luggage.

DAY 2

Depart after Breakfast from Eventeria Lodge to Mapesu Private Game Reserve.
Lunch stop en-route for guests’ account.
Total route approximately 340km (85% sand roads)
Check-In for overnight stay at Mapesu Game Reserve, Wilderness Camp on a Dinner, Bed and Breakfast basis.

**All drinks are for guests’ own account other than tea and coffee station in Mapesu room.

Mapesu Accomodation

Mapesu Accomodation

Mapesu Accomodation

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DAY 3

Heritage Tour in Mapungubwe National Park.
After breakfast and the Heritage tour, check out and depart for Platjan Border Post into Botswana.
Once through the border, you will ride through the Northern Tuli Game Reserve to Tuli Wilderness Area.
The total distance for the day is approximately 180km, predominantly off-road, single tracks and scenic dirt roads, through Wildlife areas and big game wildlife areas.
Check-In at Eagle View Star Deck, Tuli Wilderness on a Full Board basis. This includes all meals and specified activities (Game Drives, Outrides, Bush Dinner, Eagle Rock guided bush walk.)
The camp is non-electrified. Accommodation is in individual Dome Tents, with camping cots, bedding and towels provided. There are shared ablutions, showers and toilets. The camp is an unfenced, remote and wild camp. A central solar charging station is available.

**All drinks are for guests’ own account other than tea and coffee.

Mapungubwe National Park

Mapungubwe Landscape

Mapungubwe Museum

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DAY 4

Breakfast in Camp.
Out ride in Tuli Wilderness, visiting Mthathathane Village and Thune Dam.
Approximately 130km 90% off road, single track and dirt roads. Alternative tar route available for novice riders if require.
Relocate to the unfenced Mohave Bush Camp. Accommodation is in 5 semi-canvas chalets. Electricity in the camp is provided by solar power. There are shared ablutions, open-air showers and toilets.
Evening Game Drive on an open Game Vehicle. Game that can be seen includes: Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Spotted Hyaena, Brown Hyaena, Eland, Giraffe, Burchell’s Zebra, Blue Wildebeest, Kudu, Impala, Klipspringer, Steenbok, Black-Backed Jackal, Bat- eared Fox, Warthog, Small-Spotted and Large-Spotted Genet, Civet, Porcupine, African Wildcat, Banded, Slender and Selous’ Mongoose, Rock and Yellow-Spotted Dassie, Hippo, Crocodile and more.

**All drinks are for guests’ own account other than tea and coffee.

Eagle View Star Deck

Eagle View Tents

Eagle View Camp

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DAY 5

Early morning Game Drive, followed by a relaxed breakfast at Mohave Bush Camp.
Rest day in Mohave Bush Camp with plenty of leisure time to relax by the pool and in camp.
A guided bush walk to Eagle Rock, visit the nest of the breeding pair of Verreaux Black Eagles.
Afternoon transfer to Serolo Safari Camp. Accommodation is in 5 Canvas Tents, each with an ensuite bathroom, shower and toilets.
Afternoon Game Drive and sundowners visit to Pels Pools.
Full Board Bush Dinner under the stars.

**All drinks are for guests’ own account other than tea and coffee.

Mohave Bush Camp

Mohave Rooms

Mohave Rooms

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DAY 6

Relaxed Breakfast in Camp before refueling bikes at Serolo Safari Camp prior to departure back to South Africa. Fuel will be available at Serolo Safari Camp but will need to be paid for in cash. The Lodge accepts South African Rands, which can be withdrawn from ATM in Johannesburg prior to leaving on the tour. Recommended R2000.00 per person minimum.
Check out and depart Serolo Safari Camp. Travel Tuli Reserves Road to Platjan Border post, to re-enter South Africa.
Lunch stop on route and lunch is for the guests’ account.
Travel to the town of Lephalale in the Northern Province, South Africa, approximately 250 km 80% sand roads.
Check-in for an overnight Machauka Lodge on a Bed and Breakfast basis, accommodation in Chalets.
Final night braai and Farewell Party at Machauka Pub.

**All drinks are for guests’ own account.

Serolo Safari Camp

Serolo Rooms

Serolo Rooms

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DAY 7 - END OF TOUR

After a relaxed Breakfast at Machauka Lodge, at approximately 9am we will depart to travel back to Johannesburg on 50% sand roads – approximately 370km.
Return rental bikes to the rental company.
Transfer all guests back to the Johannesburg Hotel of their choice.
This marks the end of the tour!

**Hotel Accommodation is NOT included in the Tour Package. Please liaise with us should you require recommendations on Hotels or assistance with bookings.

2023 TOUR DATES

30 May – 6 June 2023

7 days, 6 nights

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16 – 19 June 2023

4 days, 3 nights

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22 – 29 August 2023

7 days, 6 nights

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CUSTOM TOURS

Tuli Tours Africa is not limited to hosting the standard 7-day, 6-night Motorcycle Tour.

Tuli Tours Africa is able to offer tailor-made tours that suit a clients’ preferred dates, budget and bucket list destination. This is available on request and a minimum number of guests and days will apply.

For both local and international, beginner or intermediate adventurers, Tuli Tours Africa offers a completely unique and tailormade experience.