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DAKAR 2012
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It truly was the most professional, organised tour I’ve ever been on, from the moment we all met at Antofagasta to our farewell dinner at Arica , you made sure we all had the best experience ever, a great mix of Biking and touristy things were included, Dakar of course was the highlight for me, and really couldn’t have asked for a better group of people to share the experience with..unreal scenery and every day was better than the next...in one word...BBBEEEAAAUUTIFUL!!!

I’d highly recommend SAMT tours and look forward to the next adventure

BRIAN BUCKLEY




 

DAKAR 2012
I ridden motorcycles since I was 8 years old, I currently compete every weekend somewhere ,,,When I need a break and really want to experience adventure and getaway from everyday work and Stress Samt is my choice. This was my second Tour and hopefully not my last. The Friends  and Bonds made along the way hopefully turn out to lifelong friends who share the same passion as me and hope to ride together again Soon.

Jerry Curtis

PD: Jerry is second tour he does with SAMt




 

DAKAR 2012
I had to present a trip report to our local BMW club this weekend and it gave me time to reflect on the trip. Having done three guided tours and four self-organized trips people asked me a lot of questions about the pros and cons of each and which tour group and location I most enjoyed. My immediate answer was that the SAMtours Dakar trip this past month was one of the best trips I’ve ever been on. It was a great combination of the Dakar excitement, fantastic scenery, great roads, lucky weather, and most of all the people. The people I traveled with and friends I made, the people we met along the way, and especially the people who ran the tour who made it all work.

Thanks.
RICHARD RYAN



 

DAKAR 2012
Riding again with SAMt was a familiar thrill, with a dynamic twist. No routes are the same and no crowds are alike, but the comfort of riding with our old friends, made it all fit perfectly with the new friends we made; a wonderful mix of people who made an excellent riding experience, into an outstanding one. I’ll see you guys again.

RODOLFO DE LA GUARDIA



 

DAKAR 2012
Mis impresiones del tour han sido excelentes. Todo muy bien organizado y bien sincronizado. Si tengo que criticar algo te diria tan solo que fuimos un poco con prisas y por ejemplo me hubiera gustado apartarme más de la carretera a la hora del almuerzo, buscando lugares más tranquilos y bucólicos. Por lo demás todo muy bien. 

MIGUEL JOSE VILA



 

TOUR ELQUI, November - December 2011
I wanted to take a moment and express my gratitude to SAMt for arranging an exceptional series of experiences for me and my colleagues. Just calling it a motorcycle tour is to marginalize the overall experience.

My interaction with SAMt started months in advance via phone and email conversations, where they took the time to listen to what my group wanted and understand our level of experience. They recommended the right itinerary for us along with some customizations to make it more memorable. They dealt with us in a professional and courteous manner from the planning stages all the way to the actual end of the ride.

We were given the privilege of crossing the Andes twice and visiting such wonderful cities as Cacheuta, Tupungato, Barreal, Mendoza, Vina del Mar/ Valparaiso over the course of the tour. In each city, they had selected some very nice, unique and hospitable boutique hotels for us to recharge and enjoy a delicious meal. Many of the roads on this tour were incredible: they amazed us with the exhilarating curves and the breathtaking scenery.

I thank Gabriela, John and Gionata for the many things they provided us: for the professionalism and attention to details; for the care and guidance; for great sense of humor; and mostly for providing us with an experience of a lifetime. I will recommend them to everyone and hope to see them again soon.

Saludos,
PARDEEP



 

TOUR ELQUI, November - December 2011
Cheers Pardeep, well said!
Thanks again South American Motorcycle Tours for an unforgettable and exhilarating experience!
KEN



 

TOUR ELQUI, November - December 2011
Most people go on vacation and say that they had a good time, and fantastic time an amazing time. Well on this trip with SAMttours I can honestly say all of the above, but really I had the time of my life and will never forget it. Most of that is due to the time and personal attention that was paid to my group by SAMttours. Thank you for making it possible.
JOGA DHALIWAL 



 

TOUR ELQUI, November - December 2011
Hi Gabriela, John, and Gionata,
Just got back to Canada. I wanted to thank you all for a trip of a lifetime.

The memories of the exhilarating rides and vistas will last a lifetime. We all appreciated your hard work in planning the perfect itinerary to suit our riding level. You also took great care in ensuring our safety. All of us feel much more confident as riders now.

We all enjoyed getting to know you a little better over our lunches and dinners.

We hope to see you again in the
near future.

Kindest regards,
MARTY 



 

John - Thanks a million for a wonderful weekend tour.  The bike, the  
sights, and the company were perfect.  Simply outstanding!

Gabriela - Thanks for all of your up-front work and coordination.    
Everything worked very smoothly.  The Hotel Latitude 33 Sur was just  
what I was looking for; location, character, and friendly staff.


Warmest regards - Fred




 

ANDEAN TOUR STAGE 2, august - september 2011
We are very happy here, with my group finishing up another stage of Transamerica, we are 200 km from Antofagasta and God willing we’ll sleep at home tonight.

We are a little tired, the suits could stand up on their own, they’re heavily used but it’s great.

I really enjoyed the narrow highway from Salta to Jujuy, and also the Jama Pass, where we realized that at 4,900 m the bike needs a bit of turbo just to keep running.

I loved the hotel in San Pedro de Atacama for its style, it’s like the desert of Arizona but it’s very luxurious.


Genaro Cueva




 

ANDEAN TOUR STAGE 2, august - september 2011
I want to tell you that I’m a person who works a lot, I started working young and I’m always looking for quality. This tour was full of special touches, and that’s what makes the difference and brings quality.

I want to thank you all - John, Gaby, and Gionata, because these days it’s not so easy to find quality. It’s hard to find someone who really makes an effort about everything and who does it with enthusiasm and dedication.

Each one of you puts a lot into making our tour interesting.

Gionata is also a very kind person. John is also a kind person, he’s easy to get on well with and he’s also a great person. Gaby is very efficient.

The curves, the tours, the routes that you have picked, and the bikes, are in great condition.

I enjoyed all of the days, but the best was the Jama Pass to San Pedro de Atacama, especially the curves to reach the salt flat.

The place that I liked best was the Cafayate vineyard, because it was a very peaceful place, and frankly I liked everything.


Guillermo Salinas




 

ANDEAN TOUR STAGE 2, august - september 2011
Another fantastic day! We can’t describe it any other way. Different places and in less than three hours we climbed 5000 meters and now we’re on an incredible salt flat. We’re very happy.

The journey keeps getting better, we’re sure this stage is going to have a fabulous finale and we’re looking forward to what’s coming.

We’re very grateful for the way you’ve looked after us and the great attitude of SAMt at all times. This is the second trip we’ve taken with you and it certainly won’t be the last.

I really enjoyed the first day. It was something new, something different, with snow, cold water, long distances; it was very demanding, we’re very tired but very happy.

I really enjoyed the Cafayate vineyard with its environment, its vines, its setting, the weather we had, the very lovely historic hotel; we saw a different side of Argentina.



Federico Haller




 

TOUR DAKAR 2011
Estimados Gaby, John and Cesar:
The tour Follow Dakar 2011 was a total success.

It was an incredible experience, with spectacular views and, of course the most important ingredient, your kindness and friendship.

All the places that you choose to watch the race were VIP places.

I want to thank all of you for all your attention in this tour, which is my opinion the trip of a lifetime.

Saludos
Daniel Sánchez-Elizondo




 




TOUR ALTIPLANO MAYO 2011
Dear Gabriella, John and Gionata:
This was just the best bike tour possible.  
Perfect organisation.  (Well done at those Customs posts)
Great accommodation choice.  (Luxury hotels to Eco Camp)
Well chosen pace (fast enough for us old guys yet slow enough for the youngsters to keep up)
Quality bikes (BMW - what do you expect)
Interspersed with interesting and historical features (Historical riders over 60)
Incredible scenery - (best ever riding the best ever i have experienced)
On board Oxygen (for those who needed a sniff)
Fantastic memories of everyone who participated.

Thanks and Best wishes

Adrian Reynard
In his early days, Adrian broke and held five land speed records on a motorcycle he built himself



 



TOUR ALTIPLANO MAYO 2011
Dear All
Thank you, John, Gabby, Gionata and Natalia for all of your hard work, which made our recent adventure so wonderful.
The organisation of the tour was first class right from the start, and the calm and efficient way that such things as border crossings were dealt with during the tour continued this excellent level of organisational efficiency.
John’s sterling work in leading, Group Guy and Group Christian around three countries without seemingly putting a foot wrong was just brilliant and Gionata’s constant support work could not be faulted.
The bikes were presented really well, were obviously well cared for and loved and thus a joy to ride. Whilst not a BMW fan the bike was the perfect tool for the job
The route was nothing short of sensational, I really had no idea that Bolivia would be quite so beautiful, and that came after crossing the Andes and Lake Titicaca, all breathtaking. The scenery just got more varied and more stunning with each day that passed….right to the end. Quite something for a 3500 km ride.
I do not believe that anyone here in Europe would believe the quality of some of the roads we went on, just classic biker’s roads, with 100kms of turn after turn after turn. I don’t think any of us will forget the charge up the Andes from Tacna to Puno…… brilliant.
The hotels we stayed at were varied and interesting; all good, even the one you apologised for. An especial highlight being the Hacienda at Potosi.
Most of all, thank you for the friendly way that you all went about your business, with nothing too much trouble. It was great to spend so much time laughing.
Group Guy is well established and it is always a pleasure to ride and spend time with the four members of our Group, but I feel especially lucky to have ridden with Group Christian , a great bunch…if a bit slow on both tarmac and unsealed roads, still, they’ll learn as they get OLDER I’m sure.
Lets hope that Group Guy are not too old yet and will be able to come back to South America and ride with you again…maybe Patagonia.
Well, back to reality and the daily grind of normal life.
Thanks again, the tour could not have been any better, really it couldn’t.

Best Regards to all

Guy Austin
Partner
For Ridge and Partners LLP




 



TOUR ALTIPLANO MAYO 2011
Dear John, Gabriella and crew,
Just a short note to say thanks so very much for taking us on tour with you on the Altiplano.
The whole experience was just fantastic, and hugely memorable. The bikes, the roads, the landscape, the hotels, the food ; all first class.
And sharing the trip with you guys was just great ; more like going on holiday with some new friends than being led by a guide.
The fact that you guys obviously enjoy doing what you do so much is testimony itself to the tour.
Wishing you all the best for the future,

Yours sincerely,
Malcolm  oastler




 



TOUR MENDOZA APRIL 2011
During those four days we had a perfect attendance from SAMt that gave us a beautiful journey.
That holiday weekend will be in my memory forever. Thanks to Gaby for her dedication and organization of the documents in Aduana and also the snacks . Thank you also to Crocodile Dundee (john) for his guide and tips on the road and thank you to our Italian friend "Gionata" without him we wouldn´t have a trip so funny.

I'm already planning the next trip.
Big hug to you all.

Claudio de O. Brandão




 



TOUR MENDOZA APRIL 2011
SAMt Tours really did a great job, always worried about our welfare.
Gabriela, John, Jono (a pleasant surprise) and Natalia were really committed with us and the result was.................a Perfect Tour. Everything worked perfectly, far beyond our expectations.
Every aspect of the tour was very well planed...the scenery, the roads, the canyons, the “rípio”, the bikes, the food, the drinks...couldn’t be better. We did not notice a single problem at all.
SAMt tours really have a great team. And they work hard. Why ? Because they are linked to motorcycle world and really like what they are doing.
I´m not afraid to say there were plenty times during the trip that they seemed to enjoy and have more fun than us; It was really an Adventure of a Lifetime !!!
Hope to be back soon.
* “There is nothing a good day riding can’t cure” !!! (Flávio Diogo- Rio de janeiro – Brasil)




 











PATAGONIA 2011
Dear John, Gabriela, Cesar, Cristian and Natalia, On reading the testimonials of previous trips, it is hard to add another point that would not have been made yet…This time round, it was a bunch of Europeans, mostly French, but also Swiss and Belgian (although living in Italy) that came across the Atlantic Ocean to figure out what motorbiking in Patagonia could look like. Our group was made of good mates who had already ridden thousands of miles together in various parts of Europe on BMW R 1200 GS and Adventures. John from California and David from Australia joined the group to make it more international and also more fun. The preparation work went extremely well, with Gabriela and Natalia working hard towards making sure that everything would have been anticipated. The most minute details were identified to make our journey as smooth as possible (including keeping our big bags in Santiago until our return from Punta Arenas at the end of the trip). In short, a great deal of professionalism was demonstrated by Gabriela and team in all instances throughout the preparation phase.

As for the trip, it was perhaps the trip of a lifetime ! Cesar and Cristian did a wonderful job in handling the group through sealed and gravel roads. And there were a lot of them ! Gabriela kept an eye on literally everything and extended an unmatched expertise to cope with the unexpected…which we provided in large amounts ! For example, one of us simply forgot his passport in his hotel bathrobe pocket…after a late evening swim in the hotel hot springs. The problem is that he realized this…after a 5 hour ride on gravel roads on reaching the Chile-Argentina border ! Gabriela kept very calm indeed and started to make phone calls. The rest of the story would be too long to explain, but she showed no particular embarrassment and did a great job to recover the situation. And there are lots of other unexpected events that she handled in the most professional and expert manner. I cannot praise her enough for her persistent good mood and calm.

We had the most wonderful experience throughout the trip, from outstanding landscapes, to excellent accommodation, food and local tours (Perito Moreno Glacier and Canal of Beagle excursion) and, as if this was not enough to make our journey exceptional, an ideal weather with virtually no rain at all.

How could I summarise all this with only key words ? Friendship, professionalism, excellence, nature, riding experience, humour, fun, occasional but sound tiredness, spa, food, wine, wind, pampa, dust, fantastic sceneries, guanacos, and so much more...Overall a full set of memories for the years to come.

I can only recommend SAMTours for their outstanding experience and professionalism in organizing motorbike tours in perhaps the most exciting and definitely unique area for motorbiking. Where do we go next ???

Stan
Paris, France (13500 km off Patagonia)




 











Thank you SAMt for making our trip an incredible experience! The attention to detail and professional manner in which you run your operation really helped to make our dream trip an effortless reality. From the upfront logistical help to meeting us on day two for GPS repairs and support all along the way, everything really added up to make our trip a remarkable experience. The dream trip for my best friend and I was to set off on an adventure across Chile. Having the reliable BMW bikes and support that SAMt provided really made choosing SAMt an easy and rewarding decision.

We cannot wait to return and ride again with SAMt furthering our adventures into other parts of S.America.

Thank you John, Gaby, Natalia and Cristian for helping to make our trip an unforgettable one that will forever continue to inspire.

Saludos!

Dillon Hohertz
Houston, Texas

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Our experience with Samt was absolutey incredible. From our first contact,their attention to detail and service was unparalleled. Every question and concern we had was addressed promptly and honestly and we just couldn't have been more pleased with the operation. This was my best friend and my dream trip, and these guys helped us make it a reality. From the basic planning and logistics to the smallest details of the bikes, they were with us every step of the way. We are already planning to come back in 2011 for the Dakar rally! First class service and first class bikes are always ready to go.

Whether you are looking for an awesome group trip or a solo adventure like we did, these are the best in the world at what they do. Ride with Samt and I guarantee you won't be disappointed. Viva la adventura, Viva Chile.

Hasta la proxima amigos.

Chase Williams
Dallas, Texas




 

TOUR DAKAR 2011
We both own BMW R 1200 GSA´s and have ridden extensively. Throughout outback Australia, and in North America, including Mexico.

We chose Samttours for our next adventure and went to the Dakar Rally, then hired the bikes to ride south from Santiago to Punta Arenas.

John, Gabriela and their right hand man Cesar worked tirelessly to attend to our needs, the bikes were well maintained and with new tires. Gaby is very well organized with everything attended to prior to all days ride. Her attention to details is to be commended. John is the tour leader a Spanish speaking Aussie and a top bloke he knew the route, the fuel stops and the best stops to view the Dakar race.

Cesar drives the backup truck with carries everything including his magic wok, in which he prepared delicious meals each lunch time as well as keeping us entertained with his humor.

The accommodation was fantastic, ranging from top hotels to boutique cabins and villas in the most remote places in Chile; how they find these fantastic spots, I’m buggered if I know!

The Dakar rally tours is not for the faint hearted, there is  often early starts to get to the race and long distances to complete the day, however there is always a cold beer waiting at the end of the ride.

Would we do it again?

Bloody Oath we would!!

Dave  &  Ken




 

TOUR DAKAR 2011
Dear Gabriela, John and Cesar

on the name of me and my 2 czechmates John and Marek we will like to thank for a fantastic organisation of the tour I was also very happy to meet my best friend DAVE a fantastic man , We make more than 4000km in all wheathers , in cold and hot , in sand , in road but still something unify the group we are 11 parts of a long snake that have see a nice Chile landscape, with all visited places , hotels, restaurants and race.

This is my second trip with Samttours but it s the best and not the last.
Gabriela is our angel , still well organised , John the best point man we have , precise strong and friendly and Cesar the best cooker and assistent.
In a group with 3 mexicans , 3 czech , 2 aussies, 1 equator, 1 canada-chile, 1 US You never loose any second still smilling, drinking and enjoying life.

Guys it was FANTASTIC
see You soon
Thank for All
VIVA SAMTTOURS  the top  professionals

Your Czechmate
Boughattas Semir




 

TOUR DAKAR 2011
Estimados Gaby, John and Cesar:
The tour Follow Dakar 2011 was a total success.

It was an incredible experience, with spectacular views and, of course the most important ingredient, your kindness and friendship.

All the places that you choose to watch the race were VIP places.

I want to thank all of you for all your attention in this tour, which is my opinion the trip of a lifetime.

Saludos
Daniel Sánchez-Elizondo




 

TOUR DAKAR 2011
Hi Gabriela,John, Cesar, Chris y Natalia.
 
When I first saw your ad on your web I thought , what a trip this Dakar tour it would be. Two minutes later I signed up. The adventure ,guides, organization,"food", on and off riding,camaraderie among participants made us fill all friends at the end of the tour even though we were  from different countries . The tour exceeded greatly my expectations. I enjoyed every single minute of it. For me it was the once of the life time trip.
Definitely I would recommend this tour .
 
Thanks samttours
 
Mario Lemoine 




 

TOUR ANDINO EXPRESS - JANUARY 2011
Hey Gaby, here is my testimonial

Just returned from Chile/Argentina on an 8 day Moto trip with SAMT...let me begin with the fact we (6 in total) originally planned on heading to S. Patagonia with another tour operator, on our arrival to Santiago we were informed of an all out strike in Punta Arenas which was our meet-up destination to begin the trip.  We were told the trip would have to be canceled/postponed which was nothing short of a disaster for 6 guys who planned this for months- fast forward to Gaby and SAMt which we contacted in desperation hoping they could help us...SAMt had just returned from a 14day Dakar run so they were tired and certainly not looking to start another trip, especially on 1 day notice BUT given John and Gaby's passion for motorcycles and riders they BAILED us out.  They drove to our hotel with the dry bags and an itinerary they put together in 1 day- we are forever grateful that they not only saved our vacation but provided us with a trip of a lifetime...I am still amazed at the riding we did and the great leadership from Cristian our head rider and support from Gaby and Angel in the truck - you all set a very high standard in service, something that is missing in today's world.  This is my advice - you will not find a better run outfitter with just great fun-loving people, they did an unbelievable job on 1 day notice so I can't even imagine what they will do with a "normal" planning schedule...look no further and treat yourself to a trip of a lifetime with SAMt , thanks again to the entire staff and my invitation to return the favor if you are ever in Chicago is open ended, all the best in 2011,

Steven Roy
USA




 

TOUR ANDINO EXPRESS - JANUARY 2011
"Gabriela and the SAMtTours did an amazing job-planning, leading and entertaining us during our recent trip to Argentina! Most exciting and challenging riding any of us had done. Top notch, Grade A, Super Great!". Ken Rapoport USA

A group of six of us just finished a tour with SAMt. In my opinion, it couldn't have gone any better. First, the riding was exciting, breathtaking and challenging; just what you want from a motorcycle vacation. Enough down time to recover, but a solid day ahead of you. I especially like the small off-road excursions into the desolate, more remote areas where you see the true character of the region.

Secondly, the hospitality was top notch. Every location we stayed was excellent: comfortable beds, good food and beautiful scenery. An abundance of good wine I seem to remember too.

Thirdly, the team that supported the trip, from start to finish were unbelievable. Our guide was the 25-year young Christian who immediately understood the dynamic and needs of the group and lead expertly through many technically challenging rides. The back-up truck always had hot coffee, cold water and any emergency needs. The attention to detail throughout the trip was beyond expectations.

The fact that SAMt accommodated us at very short notice (1 day!) and planned the itinerary and route with very well maintained BMW motorbikes is a great testimony to their strengths: they are undoubtedly South America's premier motorcycle adventure tour operator.

A five star recommendation from Ronald de Vlam, Chicago Illinois.

Ronald de Vlam  |  CEO & Global Managing Partner
Chicago




 

TOUR ANDINO EXPRESS - JANUARY 2011
I think that SAMt tours is great! Six of us found ourselves stuck in Santiago heading for Patagonia for a motorbike trip with another company when due to a labor strike in the region we were heading to our trip was over. All roads closed no way in or out and the strike was not going to end in the next few days. The trip of a lifetime that we had planned for months was over after flying from all over the United States. One of the guys on the trip remembered talking to SAMt months back during the initial planning stages of our trip and said maybe we can contact them and maybe they can help us. We had our tour operator contact  John and Gaby from SAMt to see if they could help us. They had just come back from a tour 2 days prior but felt bad for us and somehow managed to put together the trip of a lifetime in less than 48 hours. We enjoyed every aspect of the trip and in 8 days on the bike covered more miles than we would have on the other trip and saw some of the most amazing scenery, wildlife, vineyards, mountains and local culture. I have been home just a few days and cannot stop talking about the trip. My coworker said to me when I showed up at work the other day that he hadn't seen that kind of smile on my face in a long time. I want to mention how hard Gaby, Christian and Angel worked to make the adventure over the top!! We have new friends for life and if I do another trip in South America I will go with SAMt. Thanks so much for everything and the video will be the icing on the cake! Everyone from SAMt went above and beyond the entire trip when they really didn't have to. After getting to know them I know why they did.

Jon Fielding
USA




 

TOUR ANDINO EXPRESS - JANUARY 2011
"Gabriela and the SAMtTours did an amazing job-planning, leading and entertaining us during our recent trip to Argentina! Most exciting and challenging riding any of us had done. Top notch, Grade A, Super Great!".

Ken Rapoport
USA




 

TOUR ANDINO EXPRESS - JANUARY 2011
"SAMT put together a tour for our group in a very short time and it was beyond our expectations. The staff was professional and friendly and the tour was truly first class with great riding, excellent hotels and food (and wine!!!).

Knowing what I have experienced, I would not go with any other company and I look forward to another tour in the future.

Dan Roy
USA




 

Since I missed the tour season, I decided to be a little daring and take a self-guided tour based on the Mendoza Curves tour, and what a time I had! John and Gaby had my trip arranged within hours of my initial contact, and Natalia followed up on all my gear hire needs to make sure I had what I needed. Cristian gave me the confidence I needed (I speak minimal Spanish), and of I went on the most amazing three days of riding I've ever experienced.
Not only was the route awe-inspiring and breath-taking, the hotels were fabulous and the owners of both made me feel right at home. Even as a complete off-roading novice, the route was difficult, but I set my own pace and soaked in the spectacular views. I was so absorbed I mostly forgot to take photos, so my friends and family will just have to believe my tales of sheer mountain passes, open plains, wild horses and guanacos, and crazy dust storms I rode through.
I cannot speak highly enough of SAMt. The bike was faultless, the planning perfect, accommodation sumptuous, and service was impeccable. Thank you everyone at SAMt. I already have one referral on the way for you Cristian!!
All the best,
Ben Wilson-Hill
Sydney, Australia




 

As an introduction to South American Motorbike Tours, we decided to take a two-day trip over the Andes.  Guided by Cristian Mora, we had a fantastic time viewing the Aconcagua, local wineries, etc.  The riding was spectacular, as terrain ranged from on-road twists/turns to 365 bends on dirt/gravel. We were impressed with the professionalism and planning by SAMt, starting with correspondence from owners John & Gabriela. We were so enthralled by this quick trip, we are already planning our next adventure with SAMt.

Kelly & Peter




 

Gaby
Quería aprovechar esta oportunidad antes que pasen los días y luego pierda la inspiración de los días inolvidables que pasamos juntos, no tengo palabras para agradecerle a todo el equipo de trabajo que compone la familia SAMt Tours, desde el primer momento me hicieron sentir como si estuviera en casa, todas las atenciones, todas las comidas, las meriendas, las instrucciones,  absolutamente todo estuvo en su lugar y a tiempo
Quiero felicitarlos desde lo más profundo de mi ser, y espero tenerlos algún día (pronto) en Panamá.
Te mando un fuerte abrazo y que Dios te bendiga siempre, Gracias
Nani Ovadia




 

John and Gaby

I wanted to send a thanks to the both of you for putting together an unforgettable experience that I plan on sharing with everyone. It was a flawless tour (for us) and one that will be difficult to match, but I'm sure you'll find a way on the Peru/Bolivia trip we would like to plan for next year.
Best to you,  both. You run an amazing company.

Jamison Savage




 

Gaby, queria aprovechar para felicitarlos a todo el grupo que conforma SAmttours......realmente son muy profesionales, tanto los dueños como los guías.
Fue una experiencia inolvidable, jamas pensé que la podía pasar tan bien  y poder hacer todo el recorrido que hicimos, quiero felicitar a CESAR, CRISTIAN y por supuesto a GABY por su gentileza y la manera que nos trataron.
Las motos, hoteles, comidas fueron de primera y lo  mas  importante la compañía, o sea todo el grupo que fuimos, fue una experiencia maravillosa y espero que se repita el próximo año.

Gracias.

Saludos.

Ricardo Roizental




 

Gabi:

This tour in every way have surpassed all of my expectations. For all practical purposes and for lack of a better word, I have to call it: PERFECT.

Thanks a lot.

Rodolfo De La Guardia




 

Gabriela and John:

As the "Legend" of the group I have ridden motorcycles for many years and have competed in over 1000 events, I wanted to say the time I spent on the Tour and with Samt was the most memorable time ever spent on two wheels. Your team made the Experience awesome and the group now feels like my extended family. I truly look forward to  the next adventure.

Thank You  and hope to see you soon!

Jerry Curtis




 

Hi John and Gaby ,      
                                 
My holiday to South America with SAMT was the adventure of a lifetime, and one I will never forget. My experience was made even more special as I shared it with my brother John, Gaby and our 'Cobber' Cristian.
The journey was unexplainable to family and friends at home, you had to be there to believe it!   It's a must do adventure for those who enjoy touring on two wheels.   The variety of roads, breath taking scenery, high altitudes, busy cities, dry deserts and local culture made this trip very unique.
With SAMT being such a professionally run company with top quality and well maintained equipment, I was able to relax and enjoy the great company (with a lot of laughs), good food, and everything else that was on offer.
 
Thanks John, Gaby and Cristian for this wonderful experience.
Michael Wells, Tasmania, Australia.




 

Dear Gaby and John.
Peddals and I would like to say thank you to you all including Natalie for organizing the most incredible journey of a lifetime on the bikes.   We just had a fantastic time.  It was an unbelievable experience we just loved every minute, we really do mean that. We loved yours Gaby John and Christian´s company, the bears and everyone else in the group. All your day to day management,  wake up calls, breakfast, packing up, fuelling up, morning tea ,lunches,  and PISCOSOWS on arrival !!    Certainly did the trick. Team meetings were great You were  all  absolutely wonderful no stones left unturned!  We loved your free spirits your sense of adventure, landscape, unbelievable, rainforest and desert and the wonderful people.We are talking about join more adventures. 
Hope you are missing us on the next tour. I'm sure every tour is just fantastic; it takes special people to do what you are doing.
Anyway once again a very big thank you, it was just the best , we just loved every minute and Peddals and I feel that we have both made some great friends . GRACIAS!
ANDREW CARRINGTON PEDLEY  - JUDITH ANN PEDLEY
Tasmania - Australia




 

To whom it may concern,

Our recent adventure to Chile, Bolivia and Peru was a once in a lifetime chance to experience the culture, dramatic scenery and people of these exciting destinations in South America.

John and Gaby with their company South America Motorbike Tours were our hosts on this trip, which from start to finish worked like a well oiled machine, with a friendly and helpful atmosphere offered to my wife (who was pillion) and me.

Our 23 day long adventure holiday exceeded all our expectations from the top of the range BMW motorbikes, top the quality of our hotel accommodation.

Special thanks to Gaby who supplied our on road meals and coffee breaks, which were timely and tasty.  We all look forward to the rest off the bikes and the occasional extra chocolate treats.

Both my wife Helene and I are telling swashbuckling stories to friends of the place, people and lifetime experiences we had. 

Please don't hesitate to ring or email the writer for any extra information or just a chat.

Alan Weeding
Managing Director
Weeding Party Hire
Ph: 0418 131 563

Thanks again John and Gaby for your extra care and attention to details.  I would recommend your company without hesitation.




 

We decided to go on this trip because we thought it would be exciting and different and of course, great to share the experience with our friends.
What we didn't expect was to experience the trip of a lifetime which was definitely not for the faint-hearted!
 
Thank you so much to our wonderful tour guides who planned such an amazing tour.... to John for getting us there every day, to Gaby for looking after us so well and dealing with any difficulties that arose (in what appeared to be an effortless manner!) and to Cristian for his capable assistance and coping so beautifully with a bunch of 'nearly' middle-aged women!
 
We would thoroughly recommend SAM Tours to anyone wanting a holiday full of action, diversity, challenges (with a few hairy moments thrown in for good measure!) and last but not least, spectacular scenery.
 
It is certainly going to be hard to beat this one!
 
Muchas Gracias,
 
John and Penny Hewitt



 

Well what can I say? I wish I was still there "cruisin". There would be no better way to see South America than on a motorcycle.

Gracias John (El Gringo), Gabriela (Flaca) & Cristian (Eduardo the Pool Boy) for a well organized tour & most enjoyable trip. Every day since returning I have flashbacks to the wonderful scenery, the roads, the people we met & the experiences gained. It was the holiday I needed to clear the mind, but still see & do so much all at the same time. People ask me what was the highlight & I tell them "all of it, everyday was a highlight". It truly was an adventure of a lifetime that I must do more than once.

All the Best

Brendan Groves (Barney, Baby Bear, Teddy Bear) Tasmania, Australia




 

Follow the Dakar tour
Dear Gabriela
I miss You all so much
it was the nicest holiday i had in my life!, You, John and Cesar were FANTASTIC also our friends from Australia and USA
I hope to return in 2011

Best regards and one more time thank for all !

Boughattas Semir
managing director
semir@ivarcs.cz
Czech republic



 

Follow the Dakar tour
good morning gabriela,
well I am officially back to my daily grind now but I did remember to bring my cup to the office today so I can have some coffee... I can't thank you and john enough for putting together the follow the dakar tour. your thoughtful planning and constant day to day efforts to make the ride a success are appreciated. I had a fantastic trip. the riding was superb and the landscapes were stunningly beautiful, surreal and sometimes otherworldly. the dakar rally was exciting but what made the trip rewarding was the people. I truly enjoyed spending time with you, john, cesar, my new aussie mates and of course, czechmate.

"life is not without a passion" is a great marketing slogan but as I discovered it is much more. thanks for sharing and I look forward to another trip in the future.

dave
   

   
 
I and two friends decided to do a motorbike tour in Chile, best way to know and view country. Finding SAMt we were lucky !
They are very efficient, on time, helping us to have a safe and great time in our 14 days trip. The BMW 1200 GS were new and responded very well.
If you like to ride motorbikes and plan to go to Chile I recommend SAMt for sure!
Joao Coelho
SAO Brasil



 

 
 
Dear Gabriela

I'd like to thanks you and John for your professionalism and the excellent condition of the motorbikes you rented to us. They worked extremely well on every conditions of the journey, very safe, comfortable and efficient.

Your company on our trip to Mendoza was excellent too. Thanks for all the work you had on the crazy customs and immigration systems between the hermanos chilenos e argentinos.

Ricardo M. Simonsen
Brasil

 


 
 
My brother and I decided we wanted to go on an trip together in South America. We had been thinking about it for a while, however it came down to the last few weeks before we planned to go and still hadn't confirmed what we were doing! My brother wanted to do a motorcycle trip, and it seemed like it would be a great adventure for us to ride and see the country. After trying a few sites online through out South America we fortunately found contact with SAMt. We wanted a custom ride that would fit our schedule on short notice, (about 3 weeks time!), and would still allow us to have a great adventure seeing lots of sites. SAMt really came through, planning for us an extraordinary trip starting in Santiago, and riding up along the coast, staying in beautiful ocean side hotels and then trekking through the pisco wine valleys. The winding roads alongside the mountains were wonderful and the scenery was breathtaking, we both couldn't have imagined a better time for our first time in Chile and SA! Everyone was so helpful at SAMt and coordinating our trip via email before we arrived was a breeze. The 1200 BMW was a perfect bike for the ride, very comfortable and handles well. Everything was beyond what we expected, and although we didn't have time to fit into one of the larger group tours this time, we will definitely try to get in on a longer trip in the future with them. My brother and I highly recommend SAMt to anyone who loves to ride and wants to have a wonderful experience in South America on a motorbike with great people. We also highly suggest this type of custom tour for siblings, couples, or friends, who want a personal experience and adventure that is as beautiful as it is unforgettable.

Karen Hesto

 


 
 
I wish to thank you for this incredible and unforgettable adventure of nine days which was an endless feeling of emotions. To tour on a motorcycle, this "World Class" two thousand eight hundred kilometers tour, which included some of the most beautiful roads in the highlands of Bolivia, Chile and Argentina was amazing. Also, thanks for the incredible organization and concern for every detail by Gabriela and John.
Cheers
Marco Cornejo,
Manager - Partner, Supply Center Ltd.

 


 
 
Most of my motorcycle experience is riding motocross, so to get on a BMW GS1200 and go for a tour through Chile, Bolivia and Argentina was of course something very different for me and an experience I'll never forget. The diversity of the landscapes and the many personal experiences was very enriching. To find ourselves in the highland trails with people who walk for days to get food is something that I cannot get out of my memory. I think more than a ¨motorcycle tour¨, this was an opportunity to grow as a person and to experience places I never even knew existed !

Thank you SAMt for the opportunity." Sincerely
Alvaro Cornejo.
Investment and advisory Soc ACV Ltd.

 


 
 
I really had a great time . What I enjoyed was not only the very good organisation and the route and the place we stayed, I also enjoyed the group we went with. The bikes are a pleasure to ride and the pass over the Andes to Mendoza, especially with the snow, was great.

Regards
Gary Hughes
President Sandvik -Minimg and Contruction

 


 
 
Gracias Gabriela y John por la invitación a su viaje inaugural de South America Motorbike Tours. Tuvimos la oportunidad de compartir su pasión por las motos y los viajes en un grupo de 7 motos BMW y un grupo humano realmente excepcional. La organización, las atenciones en ruta y la estadía en Mendoza no pudo ser mejor y creo que esto les auguria mucho éxito en este lindo proyecto.
"La Vida Exige una Pasión" es vuestro slogan y mejor aún cuando ésta se puede compartir con otras personas.
Nuevamente muchas gracias por la invitación y mucho éxito.
Saludos
Alfonso y Patty