Cape Winelands Adventures

The Cape Winelands is world-renowned for its unsurpassed scenery and vineyards, but there is more to this vast area than exquisite wine. With Stellenbosch at its heart, it is filled with events and happenings offering a kaleidoscope of outdoor adventures in spectacular surroundings. 

Select your route and enjoy the abundance of opportunities to explore the great outdoors. The historical vineyards and surrounding mountains in the area provide endless outdoor adventures, including international events like the Cape Epic mountain bike race. Take a leisurely stroll along vineyard trails through a conservancy and yellowwood forest or choose an unforgettable full moon or sunset hike. Search for the source of the Breede River, hike through indigenous fynbos or mountain bike your way through forest reserve, mountain pathways and spectacular waterfalls. A wealth of experiences awaits you along the river – cruises, hiking trails, canoeing, horse riding safaris, kloofing and 4x4 trails.

Travel through the longest tunnel in Africa into a magic valley below jagged mountains. Famous for its fly-fishing legends, this is an area of endless outdoor adventure and family fun, authentic country restaurants and genuine hospitality. Swim in secluded mountain rock pools, relax in warm mineral spring waters, go river-tubing or search for the African Fish Eagle. The mountains surrounding the valley and villages offer excellent hiking, climbing and mountain biking, from old wagon trails through pristine fynbos, with spectacular views, to challenging rock climbing at world famous sites and South Africa’s toughest 4x4 trail.

The Cape Winelands adventure activities’ calendar is fast and furious, so don’t miss the opportunity to experience some of the best South Africa has to offer.