THE
CHARTER

No stage, no trail objective and no riding ambition is worth a human life. Every ATT rider commits to riding within their personal limits, wearing full protective gear at all times on the trail, following safety briefings without exception and immediately reporting any incident — however minor — to the medical or marshal team. The group waits for its slowest rider. No one is left behind.

ATT riders uphold a standard of personal conduct that reflects the prestige of this movement. On the trail: follow marshals' instructions, maintain safe following distances, do not overtake without clear sight lines, and never ride under the influence of alcohol or substances. Off the trail: represent ATT with dignity in every village, town and camp. You are an ambassador of this movement and of Africa.

We are guests on every road we ride. The communities along our route have welcomed us — that welcome is earned and must be honoured. Pilotes must not ride through villages at excessive speed, must greet local populations with respect, must not photograph community members without permission, and must always demonstrate that the presence of ATT brings positive energy, not disruption.

Africa's landscapes are irreplaceable. ATT operates a strict no-trace policy: no waste left on trails, no fires outside designated areas, no damage to vegetation or wildlife habitat. Pilotes who use the environment as a backdrop have an obligation to leave it exactly as they found it — or better. ATT editions include environmental solidarity actions in every host region.

The ATT brotherhood is its greatest asset. Every rider commits to looking out for their fellow riders — on the trail and off it. If you see a rider in difficulty, you stop. If a fellow rider needs mechanical help, you offer yours. Competition has no place here. The only measure of a successful ATT day is that every rider arrived at camp safely and left knowing they mattered to the group.

Africa Trail Trophy is a celebration of African identity. Pilotes participate in cultural ceremonies and village interactions with genuine respect and curiosity — never as tourists seeking a photo opportunity, but as travellers seeking genuine human connection. We learn the customs of each region we enter, we respect religious and social practices, and we carry African culture forward with pride.

ATT operates as a professional platform. Pilotes are expected to be punctual for briefings, prepared for each stage, and cooperative with the organisation team. Communication channels must be respected. Any rider whose behaviour compromises the safety, reputation or cohesion of the group may be asked to withdraw from the edition — without refund and without discussion.

Aventure carries risk — that is its nature. But responsible adventure means managing that risk intelligently. ATT riders must arrive in good physical condition, ensure their motorcycle is trail-ready before departure, carry personal first aid equipment, maintain travel insurance with emergency repatriation coverage, and inform the organisation of any medical conditions that may affect their ability to ride safely.

Every image, video and post published under the ATT banner is a representation of this movement and of the host country. Pilotes are encouraged to share their experience generously — but with care. Content that portrays Africa negatively, that disrespects communities or individuals, or that contradicts the values of ATT will be grounds for social exclusion from the movement's platforms and future editions.

An ATT rider does not simply ride an edition and return home. They become part of a living legacy — one that grows with every wheel turn, every border crossed, every community touched. We ask every rider to become an advocate for African adventure tourism, a mentor to riders who come after them, and a guardian of everything the Africa Trail Trophy stands for. This is not a participation. It is a commitment.