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Horizon MTB - Cycle Mashatu Offering unique mountain biking getaways in the African wilderness since 2003.
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Cycle Mashatu has been pioneering mountain biking holidays in the African wilderness since 2003. Operating in South Africa and Botswana, our tour packages range from 4 to 10 day guided safaris on mountain bikes. Experience Africa from a different perspective and traverse a variety of terrains, from picturesque mountain trails to flowing single track in big game wilderness reserves. Cycle Mashatu offers a journey like no other; come join us for the ultimate African MTB experience!

Tuli Elephant Trail8 days of magnificent cycling in the truly pristine wilderness of Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.Cy...
23/07/2024

Tuli Elephant Trail

8 days of magnificent cycling in the truly pristine wilderness of Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.

Cycling for 4-5 hours a day across the reserve from camp to camp. Mashatu is home to a large resident population of elephants and riding alongside them is an incredible experience. We ride on elephant trails a lot of time, as they make perfectly smooth single tracks.
Other wildlife that you can encounter on the journey include multiple giraffe, kudu, eland, impala and other antelope, lions, leopard, hyenas and cheetah and more.

We stay at three of our camps in the bush, which are very comfortable, distinct and unique.

On safari you will be accompanied by two of our professional guides at all time and each group is a maximum of 10 cyclists.

Afternoon activities include a game drive with Mashatu Game Reserve, bush walk and sundowners.

For more details, send us a direct message, email [email protected] or What’s App +27-83-419-1929

Photo and Film: Dr Tanya Baber

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11/03/2024

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We really appreciate all your support and look forward to taking you on safari again soon.

4 & 7 night cycling in Botswana (on Mashatu Game Reserve)
Drop us a direct message for details.

On an 8 day MTB safari with us you will stay in three of our camps on Mashatu Game Reserve in Bostwana: Two Mashatus, Tr...
10/05/2023

On an 8 day MTB safari with us you will stay in three of our camps on Mashatu Game Reserve in Bostwana: Two Mashatus, Tree Camp and Kgotla. After many hours in the saddle riding across the wilderness, it is very nice to be able to have a hot shower and a relaxing evening by the fire. This is a magnificent safari for any who loves a bit of adventure and adrenaline.

Email [email protected] for more information and to book one of this safaris.

Available dates:
19-23 June
17-24 July
24-28 July
28 Aug - 4 Sept

Photos:

The sunsets on Mashatu Game Reserve at this time of year are completely stunning. This is one of the best spots on the r...
10/05/2023

The sunsets on Mashatu Game Reserve at this time of year are completely stunning. This is one of the best spots on the reserve for a sundowner - Mmamagwa. The view back into Bostwana from his sandstone buttress / cliff is incomparable and breath taking. Join us for a 7 or 4 night safari on Mashatu Game Reserve soon.

Email [email protected] for more information and to book one of this safaris.

Photots:

This is a great cycling safari for solo travellers or groups. We can take unto 10 cyclists at a time for 7 nights / 8 da...
26/10/2022

This is a great cycling safari for solo travellers or groups. We can take unto 10 cyclists at a time for 7 nights / 8 days cycling. Cycle across the stunning and varied Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana and share intimate wildlife sightings.Our professional guides and back up guide will guide you along the elephant trails and share their in depth knowledge of the bush and wildlife of the reserve. With large herds of elephant, this is an exciting trip. Enjoy reconnecting to nature from the back of your bike.
We have a fleet of bikes in different size frames for you to use.

Join us soon on one of our 7 night safaris.

Up coming dates:

16-23 Nov
30-7 Dec
9-16 Jan
23-20 Jan
30-6 Feb

For more information send us a message or email [email protected]

Photo credit Dr Tanya Baber


This was dawn on the western side of Mashatu Game Reserve, in front of Sacred Rock, which is not far for our Kgotla camp...
25/10/2022

This was dawn on the western side of Mashatu Game Reserve, in front of Sacred Rock, which is not far for our Kgotla camp. The gentle morning light brought out the colour in the grass and the rocks. This is a stunning part of the reserve to ride around.

Join us soon on one of our 7 night safaris.

Up coming dates:

16-23 Nov
30-7 Dec
9-16 Jan
23-20 Jan
30-6 Feb

Photo /film credit Dr Tanya Baber Crew: Laura Dowinton


Riding with elephants. This is a fabulous experience for those people who love nature, Africa and cycling. Feeling the b...
07/09/2022

Riding with elephants.

This is a fabulous experience for those people who love nature, Africa and cycling. Feeling the breeze across your face and hearing and smelling a herd of elephant in the bush is exhilarating.

Join us on an MTB safari in Botswana, on Mashatu Game Reserve, soon. We have dates throughout the year for this 7 night safari.

Up coming dates to consider:

5-12 October
19-26 October
30 Nov - 7 Dec

For more information, please send us a direct message or email [email protected]

Photo credit Dr Tanya Baber

Let’s ride at sunset.One evening cycling Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana, not far from our Two Mashatus Camp.ON this 7 ni...
04/09/2022

Let’s ride at sunset.

One evening cycling Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana, not far from our Two Mashatus Camp.

ON this 7 night MTB cycling safari, we stay in our three camps across the reserve. The safari is a journey across the reserve.

Wildlife to be seen include, elephant, giraffe, hippo, zebra, eland, kudu, impala, and large herd of plains game. There are lions, leopards and cheetah in the reserve, but they do not to bother the bikes and we keep our distance and have a ride away policy. Close encounters with predators is possible in game drive vehicle with Mashatu one afternoon.

5-12 October
19-26 October
2-9 November

For more information send us a DM or email [email protected]

Film and photo credit Dr Tanya Baber

One species you will see on a Cycle Mashatu Safari on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana is elephant, lots of them. This w...
10/08/2022

One species you will see on a Cycle Mashatu Safari on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana is elephant, lots of them. This was a lovely sighting of a herd of elephant coming down to drink in the river. Lovely to watch them play in the water.
We also saw these giraffe and this vervet monkey from the Tree Camp deck. This is a very comfortable camp after a long day in the saddle 😁🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🚴🏽‍♂️ And the team are always smiley and ready to bring you refreshments 😁🍇

DM or email [email protected] for more information on this safari and to book.

Up coming safari dates:
14-21 September
5-12 October
19-26 October

30/05/2022

An MTB safari of a lifetime. 8 days cycling through 100,000 acres of pristine wilderness in Botswana. This is an epic journey across Mashatu Game Reserve, which is famous for its incredible wildlife sightings, stunning topography and landscapes. Stay in our three different and unique camps en route.

If you love being active and love being in the wilderness, this is the holiday for you. Wildlife is plentiful all year round on Mashatu Game Reserve. You will ride with two professionally qualified guides at all times, who will share their knowledge of the area and fauna and flora with you.

Guest are very welcome to bring their own bikes, but we do also have a fleet of Silver Stride bikes of different frame sizes for our guests.

(As we are cycling in country with large game, our lead guide does carry a rifle.)

Direct message or email [email protected] for details.
Film credit: Dr Tanya Baber

16/03/2022

An MTB holiday of a lifetime. 8 days cycling through 72,000 acres of pristine wilderness in Botswana, Africa. This is an epic journey across Mashatu Game Reserve which is renowned for its incredible wildlife sightings and stunning topography and landscapes.

Evenings are spent in our three unique bush camps across the reserve: Tree Camp, Two Mashatus Camp and Kgotla camp.

This is an amazing experience for anyone who loves the outdoors, being active and loves adventure with a bit of adrenaline.
Take home indelible memories - the perfect holiday.

Join us on a safari:

27 April - 4 May
1 - 8 June

Other dates throughout the year too.

DM or email [email protected] for more information on this safari and to book.

wilderness area of Mashatu Game Reserve with horizon MTN Cycle Mashatu. This is an epic 8 day trail traversing 72,000 ac...
16/03/2022

wilderness area of Mashatu Game Reserve with horizon MTN Cycle Mashatu.
This is an epic 8 day trail traversing 72,000 acre wildlife reserve. We stay at three of our unique and stylish camps: Two Mashatus camp, Tree Camp and Kgotla Camp during the trip.
The topography across the reserve is very varied and great cycling country, with some more challenging rocky areas and river bed for fun.
Expect close encounters with Africa’s iconic species, such as herd of elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, eland, impala, warthog, jackal and other predators.
This is a trip not to miss. If you love nature and wildlife, and love being active, this is the trip for you.
Silverstride bikes are supplied.

Join us on an up and coming safari:

27 April - 4 May
1 - 8 June

DM or email [email protected] for more information on this safari and to book.

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It is that time of year again - the rains have come and the Devil’s thorns are beginning to flower. So beautiful. We hav...
05/01/2022

It is that time of year again - the rains have come and the Devil’s thorns are beginning to flower. So beautiful. We have some great safaris lined up for you for 2022. Contact us for details.

Email [email protected]

Photocredit: Dr Tanya Baber

Sunsets and dust, a photographers dream. Beautiful golden moments on Mashatu Game Reserve. Who else feels like its nearl...
09/09/2021

Sunsets and dust, a photographers dream. Beautiful golden moments on Mashatu Game Reserve. Who else feels like its nearly the weekend…?

Join us for a 7 night cycling safari on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.

Mountain bike across 100,000 acres of wilderness area encountering the best of Africa’s wildlife: herds of elephant, zebra, eland, wilderbeest, impala, and journeys of giraffe. This reserve is also home to the large cats (lion, leopard, cheetah), although close viewing will be from a game drive vehicle. Enjoy the space and ancient topography and magnificent views. Three camps of distinct character will be your resting place over night: Two Mashatus Camp has classic safari style tents and an open rondavel dining and lounge area. Tree camp is exactly that - a camp in the boughs of a huge Mashatu tree. Something completely different, fun, elegant and stylish. The Kgotla camp is designed like a traditional Botswana court - sleep in the enclosure with the stars as your ceiling canvas.
Rides are lead by one of our professional cycling guides with a back up guide and are tailor-made to suit guests riding ability.

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.

Up coming dates:
Oct 2-11
Nov 6-13
Dec 13-20

DM your email address to us or email Laura [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Sunset on the South Eastern side of Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana. The wetland area was looking stunning with all the w...
09/09/2021

Sunset on the South Eastern side of Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana. The wetland area was looking stunning with all the water last season. Looking forward to the rains again, soon please…

Join us for a 7 night cycling safari on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.

Mountain bike across 100,000 acres of wilderness area encountering the best of Africa’s wildlife: herds of elephant, zebra, eland, wilderbeest, impala, and journeys of giraffe. This reserve is also home to the large cats (lion, leopard, cheetah), although close viewing will be from a game drive vehicle. Enjoy the space and ancient topography and magnificent views. Three camps of distinct character will be your resting place over night: Two Mashatus Camp has classic safari style tents and an open rondavel dining and lounge area. Tree camp is exactly that - a camp in the boughs of a huge Mashatu tree. Something completely different, fun, elegant and stylish. The Kgotla camp is designed like a traditional Botswana court - sleep in the enclosure with the stars as your ceiling canvas.
Rides are lead by one of our professional cycling guides with a back up guide and are tailor-made to suit guests riding ability.

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.

Up coming dates:
Oct 2-11
Nov 6-13
Dec 13-20

DM your email address to us or email Laura [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Join us for a 7 night cycling safari on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana. Mountain bike across 100,000 acres of wilderne...
09/09/2021

Join us for a 7 night cycling safari on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.

Mountain bike across 100,000 acres of wilderness area encountering the best of Africa’s wildlife: herds of elephant, zebra, eland, wilderbeest, impala, and journeys of giraffe. This reserve is also home to the large cats (lion, leopard, cheetah), although close viewing will be from a game drive vehicle. Enjoy the space and ancient topography and magnificent views. Three camps of distinct character will be your resting place over night: Two Mashatus Camp has classic safari style tents and an open rondavel dining and lounge area. Tree camp is exactly that - a camp in the boughs of a huge Mashatu tree. Something completely different, fun, elegant and stylish. The Kgotla camp is designed like a traditional Botswana court - sleep in the enclosure with the stars as your ceiling canvas.
Rides are lead by one of our professional cycling guides with a back up guide and are tailor-made to suit guests riding ability.

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.

Up coming dates:
Oct 2-11
Nov 6-13
Dec 13-20

DM your email address to us or email Laura [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Film credit: Dr Tanya Baber

The zebbies aren’t really bothered about the bikes here on safari in Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana. Join us for a safar...
25/06/2021

The zebbies aren’t really bothered about the bikes here on safari in Mashatu Game Reserve, Botswana.
Join us for a safari when you can.

Dm for details.

Photo:

Enjoying the zebra on Mashatu Game Reserve. Join us when you can for a 5 night safaris. DM for details.Photo            ...
25/06/2021

Enjoying the zebra on Mashatu Game Reserve. Join us when you can for a 5 night safaris.
DM for details.

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Mosa loves to do wheelies! Mosa is one of our lead guides who will take you on your MTB safaris though the stunning Mash...
24/06/2021

Mosa loves to do wheelies! Mosa is one of our lead guides who will take you on your MTB safaris though the stunning Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.

DM your email address to us or email Laura - [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Lead guide, Mosa enjoying the space on Mashatu Game Reserve Botswana. SPECIAL - We are running a special for May - June ...
24/06/2021

Lead guide, Mosa enjoying the space on Mashatu Game Reserve Botswana.

SPECIAL - We are running a special for May - June - July.

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.
For groups of 6 to 10. R14,000 per person.

DM your email address to us or email Laura - [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Lead guide, Mosa having fun on his bike in the bush on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.SPECIAL - We are running a speci...
24/06/2021

Lead guide, Mosa having fun on his bike in the bush on Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana.

SPECIAL - We are running a special for May - June - July.

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.
For groups of 6 to 10. R14,000 per person.

DM your email address to us or email Laura - [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

It is wonderful to watch a herd of elephant meander past through the wild sage.Join us for an escape to the bush.  Cycli...
28/05/2021

It is wonderful to watch a herd of elephant meander past through the wild sage.

Join us for an escape to the bush. Cycling Safaris in Botswana (5 - 7 night MTB safaris). This ride covers the vast Mashatu Game Reserve, known as the ‘Land of the Giants’. This semi-arid landscape, bisected by numbers rivers and flanked by the mighty Limpopo, is famed for its density of elephants, gigantic Baobab trees, impressive rock formations and unsurpassed big cat sightings. We traverse the entire reserve, and using two or more beautifully appointed camps, we are able to tailor each cycling MTB holiday to the needs and ambitions of the group. A seven night safaris enables a complete exploration of this vast reserve. Technicality: Moderate

Drop us a DM if you would like some information on our cycling safaris. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Watching elephant -  a great way to spend the weekend.Join us for an escape to the bush.  Cycling Safaris in Botswana  (...
28/05/2021

Watching elephant - a great way to spend the weekend.

Join us for an escape to the bush. Cycling Safaris in Botswana (5 - 7 night MTB safaris). This ride covers the vast Mashatu Game Reserve, known as the ‘Land of the Giants’. This semi-arid landscape, bisected by numbers rivers and flanked by the mighty Limpopo, is famed for its density of elephants, gigantic Baobab trees, impressive rock formations and unsurpassed big cat sightings. We traverse the entire reserve, and using two or more beautifully appointed camps, we are able to tailor each cycling MTB holiday to the needs and ambitions of the group. A seven night safaris enables a complete exploration of this vast reserve. Technicality: Moderate

Drop us a DM if you would like some information on our cycling safaris. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Sarah: Is that elephant following us?Max: No…, but they are!Join us for an escape to the bush.  Cycling Safaris in Botsw...
28/05/2021

Sarah: Is that elephant following us?
Max: No…, but they are!

Join us for an escape to the bush. Cycling Safaris in Botswana (5 - 7 night MTB safaris). This ride covers the vast Mashatu Game Reserve, known as the ‘Land of the Giants’. This semi-arid landscape, bisected by numbers rivers and flanked by the mighty Limpopo, is famed for its density of elephants, gigantic Baobab trees, impressive rock formations and unsurpassed big cat sightings. We traverse the entire reserve, and using two or more beautifully appointed camps, we are able to tailor each cycling MTB holiday to the needs and ambitions of the group. A seven night safaris enables a complete exploration of this vast reserve. Technicality: Moderate

Drop us a DM if you would like some information on our cycling safaris. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Great way to cool down after the morning ride -  Lead guide Mosa at the Motlouse river after a morning ride en route to ...
05/05/2021

Great way to cool down after the morning ride - Lead guide Mosa at the Motlouse river after a morning ride en route to Kgotla camp.

SPECIAL - We are running a special for May - June - July.

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.
For groups of 6 to 10. R14,000 per person.

DM your email address to us or email Laura - [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Mosa cooling off at the Motlouse river after a morning ride en route to Kgotla camp.SPECIAL - We are running a special f...
05/05/2021

Mosa cooling off at the Motlouse river after a morning ride en route to Kgotla camp.

SPECIAL - We are running a special for May - June - July.

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.
For groups of 6 to 10. R14,000 per person.

DM your email address to us or email Laura - [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

France enjoying the water in the Motlouse river after a morning ride to Kgotla camp.SPECIAL - We are running a special f...
05/05/2021

France enjoying the water in the Motlouse river after a morning ride to Kgotla camp.

SPECIAL - We are running a special for May - June - July.

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.
For groups of 6 to 10. R14,000 per person.

DM your email address to us or email Laura - [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana SPECIAL May - June - July3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single ...
27/04/2021

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

SPECIAL May - June - July

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.
For groups of 6 to 10. R14,000 per person.

DM your email address to us or email Laura [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana SPECIAL May - June - JulyMountain bike across 100,000 acres of wildernes...
27/04/2021

Join us for a five night MTB safari in Botswana

SPECIAL May - June - July

Mountain bike across 100,000 acres of wilderness area encountering the best of Africa’s wildlife: herds of elephant, zebra, eland, wilderbeest, impala, and journeys of giraffe. This reserve is also home to the large cats (lion, leopard, cheetah), although close viewing will be from a game drive vehicle. Enjoy the space and ancient topography and magnificent views. Three camps of distinct character will be your resting place over night: Two Mashatus Camp has classic safari style tents and an open rondavel dining and lounge area. Tree camp is exactly that - a camp in the boughs of a huge Mashatu tree. Something completely different, fun, elegant and stylish. The Kgotla camp is designed like a traditional Botswana court - sleep in the enclosure with the stars as your ceiling canvas.
Rides are lead by one of our professional cycling guides with a back up guide and are tailor-made to suit guests riding ability.

3-5 hours (30 - 60 km) cycling a day on single tracks. Bring your own bikes if you prefer, or hire one of our Silverback Stride 29Sx 29” bikes.
For groups of 6 to 10. R14,000 per person.

DM your email address to us or email Laura [email protected] for details and itineraries.

Covid requirements for entry into Botswana include a negative PCR test within 72 hours of arrival.

Photo credit: Dr Tanya Baber

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Mashatu Game Reserve

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+27834191929

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