South Africa and Namibia Sand Route in May 2025

The tentative plans are to start in South Africa in May riding the Sand Route https://bikepacking.com/routes/sand-s1/. The plan would be to generally follow the Sand Route with possible detours to parks and other interesting places. I prefer wild camping when possible. After finishing the Sand Route in Namibia I will look at continuing to Botswana and further.
Last year I cycled the length of South America. Most trips I take end up 3 to 6 months in West Africa, Southeast Asia and many trips through Europe. Not having a return ticket until needed is nice as there is no set schedule.
I ride 60 to 70k when the roads and hills are good. When food and the need for water drive me on I do 100k+ days. Hills and other challenges I learned to enjoy and wonder which local god is having fun with me.
Event Information
Start Date | 15-May-2025 9:00 am |
Organiser Profile >> | Steve Cassady |
Approximate Daily Distance | 40 - 49 miles |
Approximate Total Distance | 5000+ kilometres |
Preferred Sleeping Option | Camping |
Terrain | Roads, cycle paths and off road |
Starting Location | Cape Town, South Africa |
Category | Multi-Month Bicycle Tour |
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