BIKE

Many may argue that South Africa's beauty is best viewed from behind the handle bars of a motorbike. BIKE tar & gravel adventures in South Africa is just that - real bike journeys to far flung corners and back of beyond. This title takes the reader on a journey through a diverse landscape with 84 pages of bike tours from scenic routes and mountain passes to tough gravel roads and dirt tracks. It includes photos and detailed route maps, making it a handy guide to exploring small town South Africa. The title is a comprehensive resource for any traveller and includes full map coverage of South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland. Points of interest include accommodation establishments, camp sites, historical monuments, mountain passes and national parks. Each chapter contains regional travel info & facts, journey distances, "best bike to ride" info and a complete Q&A from experienced riders. Coverage includes Route 62, The Cederberg & West Coast Region, Little and Great Karoo, Baviaanskloof, Transkei, Mpumalanga, Swaziland and Lesotho.