Guided Motorcycle Tours

Exiting Cross Tour, 14 Days

Antananarivo, Madagascar

14 days

Fourteen days along Madagascar's east coast, where the riding alternates between rainforest tarmac, sandy coastal tracks and river crossings by pirogue. From Antananarivo the route runs through Antsirabe to the rainforest of Ranomafana National Park, then follows the Pangalanes Channel through Mananjary, Nosy Varika and Vatomandry to Toamasina, finishing with lemur encounters at Ankanin'ny Nofy and Andasibe. It is the greener, wetter face of Madagascar: twelve lemur species at Ranomafana alone, beach riding on the Indian Ocean, and villages that see very few travellers. Guide, mechanic, hotels and breakfast included; contact the operator for a quote.

Moto Safari Tour, 13 Days

Antananarivo, Madagascar

13 days

Thirteen days from Antananarivo into the wild west of Madagascar: down through Antsirabe and Miandrivazo to Morondava, out to the fishing village of Belo sur Mer, along the Avenue of the Baobabs, across the Tsiribihina river by boat, and up to the Tsingy de Bemaraha, the strangest mountains you will ever hike. The route is described by the operator as a proper adventure for experienced endurists, with tent nights on the riverbank between hotel stays. Bike, internal flights, breakfast, guide, mechanic and support are included; prices depend on the motorcycle chosen, so contact the operator for a quote.

Moto Desert Tour, 14 Days

Antananarivo, Madagascar

14 days

Fourteen days of self-ride enduro through western and southwestern Madagascar, a route that runs from Morondava past the Avenue of the Baobabs to the limestone spires of the Tsingy de Bemaraha, then south through Manja and Morombe to finish on the beaches of Ifaty. The riding is red dirt roads and long remote stretches through Menabe country, with lemurs, chameleons and baobab forests along the way and a night or two under canvas. An English speaking guide, a mechanic and hotels are included, with a 4x4 support car for groups of five or more. Prices depend on the motorcycle you choose; contact the operator for a quote.

$2,550 / person

Scenic

Top of the World Day Trip

Medellin, Colombia

1 day

A single day out of Medellin that climbs to 3,200 metres, high enough that the city and its valley shrink to a map below you. It is the taster ride: one day, big mountains, and a feel for how quickly the Andes rise out of Medellin's eternal spring. A good shakedown before committing to a longer tour, or the best possible use of a spare day in the city. From 250 dollars.

$250 / person

Scenic

Coffee Region and Andes Quick Trip, 5 Days

Medellin, Colombia

5 days

Five days through the heart of Colombia's coffee country: volcano views, natural hot springs, hummingbird gardens and the winding Andes roads that connect them. It is the compact version of the Colombian riding experience, ideal if your schedule is tight but you want more than a day ride. Run from Medellin by Colombia Moto Adventures, with routes adjusted to your riding level. From 825 dollars per person.

$825 / person

The Perfect Loop, 7 Days

Medellin, Colombia

7 days

Seven days of the best riding Colombia has: off-road sections, remote towns, cloud forests, a volcano road that climbs to 13,500 feet, the wax palm forest of the Cocora region and natural hot springs to soak the day off. This is Colombia Moto Adventures' signature loop out of Medellin, built by Jeff Cremer around what actually makes the Andes special rather than a highway checklist. Tours are shaped to your group's skill level and pace. From 1,775 dollars per person.

$1,775 / person

Classic Enduro Tour, 4 Days

Luang Prabang, Laos

4 days

The short answer to a Laos off-road itch: four days of classic enduro riding out of Luang Prabang. The operator's own description is honest about what this is, a fun, focused off-road tour for riders who want dirt under the wheels without committing a full week. Technical riding, so bring genuine off-road experience. As with all their tours, a guide and mechanic come along and the bike, fuel, meals and accommodation are included. Contact the operator for pricing and dates.

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Secret War Trails of Northern Laos, 7 Days

Luang Prabang, Laos

7 days

Seven days of technical riding through country that carries more history than almost anywhere in Southeast Asia. Northern Laos was the theatre of the Secret War, and this tour threads wartime sites and Lima Site airstrips together with the region's headline landscapes, on trails that demand real off-road experience. A local guide and mechanic ride along, and bike, fuel, meals and accommodation are included. Run from Luang Prabang by a Laos Tourist Board registered operator whose guides are licensed locals. Contact the operator for pricing and departures.

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The Trails of Northern Laos, 5 Days

Luang Prabang, Laos

5 days

Five days of trail riding out of Luang Prabang with a local guide and mechanic along, on the hidden paths and dirt tracks that lace the mountains of northern Laos. The riding mixes terrain constantly: jungle single track, river valleys, ridge lines and the kind of remote villages that only see traffic on two wheels. Laos remains one of Southeast Asia's least ridden countries, which is exactly the appeal; the trails are quiet and the country is huge. Bike, fuel, meals and accommodation are included. Contact the operator for pricing and dates.