
Dirt Bike Riding Weekend Getaways
Fancy a weekend away where you can ride dirt bike all day, every day for as long as you like? When it comes to spending quality time with your riding buddies, or maybe the wife and kids, why not an all-out, action-packed, weekend away with the dirt bikes! We made this list of places to ride dirt bikes while enjoying a weekend getaway.
Amara Tomana
Amara Tomana
Free State
Baviaans Lodge
Eastern Cape
Bonniedale Farm
Hartenbos, Western Cape
Blue Haze Country Lodge
Drakensberg, Kwazulu-Natal
Clarens Rocks
Clarens Rocks
Kwazulu-Natal
Emoyeni Dive Lodge
Ferndale Farm
Cathcart, Eastern Cape
Grootnek Guest Farm
Eastern Cape
Itula Guest Ranch
George, Western Cape
Lekoa Lodge
Grootvlei, Mpumalanga
Louvain Guestfarm
Langkloof valley, Western Cape
Maggie May
Nutbush Lodge
Orange River Lodge
Dirtbike Adventures – Southern Namibia
Namibia
Piesangkloof 4×4 Trails
Majanakeng, Nortyh West
Reedsdell Country Guest Farm
Rooihoogte Quad & Offroad Track
Badplaas, Farm, Buffelspruit, 1185, South Africa
Serendipity Eco Trails
Swartbergvlei
Tankwa Tented Camp
The Farm, Buffalo Drift
The Farm, Buffalo Drift
Ruigtevlei Farm, R44,
Tulbagh, 6821
Western Cape
The Guesthouse Pongola
Amara Tomana is the ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of the big city life, perfect for a romantic escape or just a cosy time away with friends and family. The cottage sleeps 8 people and is fully equipped for self-catering. There is no electricity at Amara Tomana. Candles and paraffin lamps are provided for lighting and the Milky Way offers free television viewing for the whole family. There are numerous off road tracks and trails that will challenge and delight the most ardent off-road enthusiast. Bring your own motorbike or quad bike for hours of fun on the network of roads on the farm. The outside boma is very convenient with a braai and entertainment area, with a beautiful view over the Free State landscape.
www.amaratomana.co.za | facebook
Baviaans Lodge offers superb rustic 1 and 2 bedroom natural stone cottages and 1 mountain farm cottage accommodation in the Baviaanskloof region. These farm-style mountain cottages have fireplaces in the bedrooms, traditional farm decor, warm water, hand showers, parafin lamps and coffee / tea facilities. Private family or group couples accommodation. Freshly prepared, home cooked, country style meals are one of the highlights of your stay with us at Baviaans Lodge.
www.baviaanslodge.com | facebook
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate | Advanced
Bonniedale is a 1650ha Fynbos farm, situated in the Outeniqua Mountains between Mossel bay and Oudtshoorn. Guesthouse accommodation is in the thatched roof farmhouse built in 1890. Self-catering accommodation is available in a large chalet (Sleeps 16) and equipped caravans. There are tented sites, shaded camping sites, a lapa and hot / cold ablution facilities. The farm is ideally situated for off-road motorcycles and mountain bikes, with numerous day trips from the farm. The dirt road running through the Attaquaskloof is ideal for Beginners and Intermediate but the 30kms on Bonniedale is for the Advanced, being steep & rocky mountain terrain with river crossings which is only a stream most of the time. You can link up with several dirt roads from Bonniedale to take you on a circular route which most locals do over a week-end and spend a night on Bonniedale.
www.bonniedale.com | Facebook
Blue Haze Country Lodge is a charming lodge, set in spectacular mountain and lake scenery bordering the popular Wagendrift Dam in the picturesque foothills of the Drakensberg mountain range. Situated 450km from Jhb, 170km from Durban and 7km from the town of Estcourt. Blue Haze offers 27 accommodation units including standard en-suite rooms, deluxe, executive and 7 self-catering. For the best fun you’ve ever had! Bring your own dirt bike or quad bike and gear. Guided trails per hour or self guided GPS riding with no time limit.
www.bluehaze.co.za | Facebook
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate | Advanced
Clarens Rocks offers tailor made guided trails and Enduro Weekends for dirt bikes. The farm is 20km outside Clarens on the border of Lesotho. Clarens Rocks is situated on the Omega Luxury Mountain Retreat. Flowing Madalas style riding with a few roof type obstacles (all with escape routes). Trails vary from moderately difficult to very easy. Omega Luxury Mountain Retreat offers luxurious, self-catering cabins in the breathtaking Maluti Mountains. Explore the endless kilometers of trails without ever touching tar… A adventurers paradise!
www.omegaclarens.co.za | Facebook
Emoyeni Dive Lodge (Sodwana Bay, Kwazulu-Natal)
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate
The Emoyeni Dive Lodge is situated in Sodwana Bay, South Africa and offers local guiding for dirt bike riding in the area. We have secured guest parking for trailers and motorbikes. Accommodation is available in Chalets and Safari Tents. We cater for the beginner to intermediate rider with different types of terrain. The rides are not too technical and are through veld and plantations on mostly sandy paths and tracks. The rides are tailored to the abilities of the riders and groups & families are welcome.
https://twobar.co.za/emoyeni-dirtriders/ | Youtube
Ferndale is a place that should be on every off-roaders bucket list. Come visit Ferndale farm for an affordable, safe family getaway just 110km from East London. There are four official off-road trails which are graded 3 – 5 that offer something for everyone: 4×4 Vehicles, Quad Bikes, Dirt Bikes & Mountain bikes. There is a camp site chalet with 3 double rooms and 2 sleeper couches for kids. The farmhouse has 2 double rooms and 2 single-bed rooms. The camp sites are beautifully grassed, with a lapa that is equipped with fridge / freezers electric kettle and table and chairs. Brand new ablution block. Hot water & flush toilets.
www.ferndale4x4.co.za | Facebook
Grootnek Guest Farm is situated in the Langkloof Valley along the scenic Cape Route 62 between Joubertina and Krakeel River. Our Guest Farm offers a unique accommodation experience for visitors to the Eastern Cape. Off-road dirt bike riding is allowed at our lodge and on our 4×4 route. Guests can choose to enjoy their stay in the comfort of one of three quaint, self-catering, fully equipped cottages nestled amongst the orchards of this quiet and peaceful fruit farm. The cottages each boast their own unique farm Jacuzzi.
www.grootnekguestfarm.co.za | Facebook
Itula Guest Ranch offers three self catering units. These cottages are equipped with a kitchen (with fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster and necessary cutlery and crockery) and a separate bathroom with shower. Linen and towels are supplied. The self catering units offer an affordable accommodation option for overnight stays, weekend breakaways and holidays in the Garden Route. On site activities and facilities includes a swimming pool, kiddies play area, canoes, fishing, dirt biking and quad biking (bring your own bikes), braai facilities, licensed bar and Wi-Fi.
itulaguestranch.co.za | Facebook
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate | Advanced
Lekoa Lodge is situated in the Southern Gauteng-Vaal region, an hour and a half from Johannesburg. With 18 beautiful thatched chalets as well as fully serviced campsites, Lekoa Lodge is particularly popular amongst off-road biking enthusiasts. There are 34 kms of beginner, intermediate and advanced routes across the rolling grasslands, with river crossings and obstacles set in 8000 hectares. Please visit the website for reservations and more information.
www.lekoalodge.com | Facebook
Louvain Guestfarm is a tranquil working farm situated in the upper Langkloof valley, halfway between George and Uniondale in the Western Cape. Experience starry nights and fresh mountain air in this perfect breakaway from city life. We offer a super endurance track as well as a motorcross track, Louvain Guest Farm is a popular destination amongst the brotherhood of local bikers. Our tracks and facilities are often used for enduros, bike training and outrides. We do not allow day visitors with bikes.
www.louvain.co.za | Facebook
Intermediate | Advanced
The Maggie May Enduro Track is situated 5km North of Bela-Bela on the Alma Road. It is the ideal place for the dirt bike riders to come and stay over for a weekend or day trips. There are about 30km of trails which are probably worth about 8 hours of riding if you are fit. The enduro track is more advanced / difficult and should not be attempted by beginner riders.
The Nutbush has a variety of 8 different tracks to ride dirt bike. We offer Enduro, EnduroX, Motocross and Off-road. Families are welcome and accommodation is available at The Nutbush Boma Lodge. The Nutbush is situated in the mountains overlooking the highest peak of the Magaliesberg, which is the longest continuous mountain range in Africa.
Come and ride your dirt bike for a weekend in the Southern parts of Namibia. Excellent terrain, spectacular views and great hospitality at the Orange River Lodge at Noordoewer, situated 680km from Cape Town and 800km from Windhoek. On the banks of the Orange River, which forms the natural border between South Africa and Namibia, you will find Orange River Lodge. We offer 4 double self-catering rooms, 2 double rooms and 6 family rooms.
http://www.orlodge.iway.na/ | Facebook
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate | Advanced
Situated at the foothills of Magaliesberg, North West, near Hartbeespoort we offer trails for 4×4 vehicles, quads, enduro offroads, mountain biking and hiking (unguided). We operate within an un-spoilt nature area. Come test your 4×4 skills in these beautiful mountains and enjoy the day with jaw-dropping views and waterpools in the rivine. Self-help braai facility down at our bush camp and/or braai on top of the mountain.
www.piesangkloof.co.za | Facebook
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate | Advanced
Reedsdell Country Guest Farm offers accommodation and adventures in the Wartrail Valley of the Drakensberg, Eastern Cape. Bring your own dirt bike or quad bike for the ride of a lifetime. The spectacular mountainous terrain of the Southern Drakensberg is the perfect setting for awesome guided trails that provide fun for the whole family. Steep mountain tracks and challenging river crossings test your technical riding skills. Trails are guided and range from easy to difficult. Along the way there is always time to admire the breath-taking views, cool off in the mountain streams and roost each other in the muddy riverbed!
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate
The Rooihoogte Quad & Offroad Track is situated at Rooihoogte Guest Cottage on the farm Buffelspruit, 25km from Carolina, Mpumalanga. Quad bikes and dirt bikes are welcome. Rooihoogte Guest Cottage is surrounded by rolling hills and spectacular countryside but still close enough to all the amenities if you wish.
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Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate | Advanced
Serendipity Eco Trails is situated on a private game farm in Naboomspruit about 140km from Pretoria. The dirt bike enduro trails encompass a wide variety of terrains and cater for all levels of riders. There is an approximately 110km of marked enduro trail. All three trials have marked shortcuts. No quads allowed. We have 3 trails. Green (beginner), Blue (intermediate) and Red (advanced). All 3 are very technical Enduro trails – Beginner riders and children find it very difficult if they don’t have enough experience on rough terrain. The riders however that are used to our trails, come back time after time, it always gives them great pleasure and is always a challenge. There are very nice swimming spots as well. Self catering lodge accommodation and camping facilities available.
www.serendipitytrails.co.za | Facebook
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate | Advanced
Swartbergvlei is situated a convenient 80km’s from Cape Town on the beautiful West Coast route. They accommodate 4×4’s, off-road bikes and quad bikes. The difficulties of the trails range from easy to nearly impossible, to satisfy every level of riding. You can experience this outdoor adventure whilst enjoying surroundings of fynbos and raw nature. Once you have conquered the hills, you can enjoy the magnificent bird eye view of Table Mountain and surroundings. After a day’s hard work, kick back and enjoy the braai facilities whilst your kids have fun swimming. Bring your friends and family and enjoy true West Coast hospitality and scenic views.
www.swartbergsvlei.co.za | Facebook
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate
The Tankwa Tented camp is situated in the 3200Ha Stonehenge Nature Reserve almost halfway between Ceres and Calvinia in the Tankwa karoo. We offer 13 permanent ripstop canvas tents, farmhouse accommodation and 5 en-suite chalets available (each chalet sleeps 2). We have various 4×4 or outrides from a 200km half-day route… and for those looking for more action, we have a 32km Enduro track (loop) right here on the farm. We have two approach routes on the R355, one from Ceres and the other from Calvinia. They are both doable by beginners. The approach through the Tankwa National Park from Middelpos / Sutherland are intermediate.
www.tankwa.net | Facebook
The Farm, Buffalo Drift (Gouda, Western Cape)
Novice | Weekend Warrior | Intermediate
The Farm, Buffalo Drift is a new dirt bike riding lodge that is situated in Gouda, Western Cape. Perfect for an active group of dirt bike riders, ready for a weekend filled with fun, or a family who loves and enjoys nature at its best! Dirt bikes are allowed on the farm at R150 per bike. If guests stay at the venue, the track is FREE to use as well as fishing in the dam.
https://www.buffalodrift.co.za/accomodation/the-farm/ | Facebook
Pongola Enduro Adventures offer dirt bike rides on single track, jeep track and dirt roads, riding through virgin bush land, river crossings, & farmlands. They offer tailor made guided trails from The Guest House Pongola that have some of the best dirt bike riding terrain in the country. Children are welcome and they have lots of secure space for them to play. You will find the comfortable, twelve room Guest House well positioned in a beautiful tropical garden opposite the Rugby Club in Pongola. Large tropical garden and swimming Pool. Secure Parking for Cars and bikes.
http://scottperry3.wixsite.com/pongola-enduro-adven | Facebook