Top Stellenbosch Outdoor Activities

Roll through the picturesque Western Cape Winelands on this 4 to 5-hour bike tour of Stellenbosch with wine tastings. Cycle through the historic center of Stellenbosch and Stellenbosch University's campus. Stop at two estates for cellar tours and wine tastings. Enjoy fresh air and the great outdoors.

Explore the bounty of the Cape Winelands on this full-day small-group guided cycling tour around Stellenbosch, including food and wine tastings. Pedal your way on a 9-mile (15-km) route through one of South Africa's most prominent wine-growing regions. Stop along the way for wine tastings with food.

First-time riders and travelers with time constraints can experience the thrill of an all-terrain-vehicle adventure on this convenient 1-hour ride. A guide takes you through a scenic valley where you can enjoy the scenery without the time commitment required on many other ATV adventures. The protected valley also offers a welcome escape from Cape Town’s coastal wind.

Walk through the beautiful wine valleys of the Cape Winelands on this vineyard walk with a wine guide. Enjoy a stroll through the scenic landscape while learning about different wine varietals. Stop to enjoy wine tastings with a cellar tour at a winery before finishing the tour with a light lunch.

Explore the beautiful countryside of the Cape Winelands on a half-day bike tour around Stellenbosch, including two wine tastings. Wind your way through vineyard-covered farmland to take in the views. Stop at two wine estates for tastings.

Enjoy the convenience of a hop-on hop-off tour while exploring the Stellenbosch wine route with the Vine Hopper's Northern Route. This circuit runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, stopping at six wineries along the way. Choose which wineries to visit and how long to stay. Get on the next Vine Hopper when you're ready to move on. Stops include Simonsig, Beyerskloof, Bergkelder, Delheim Warwick and Marianne Wine Estate.

Relax and enjoy a wine tour without the fuss on a hop-on hop-off Vine Hopper through Stellenbosch's Southern Route. This circuit stops at six wineries and you choose to disembark at any winery you'd like to visit for wine tasting, then simply climb back on the next Vine Hopper when you're done. Stops include Spier, Bilton, Alto, Neethlingshof, Kleine Zalze, and Van Ryn Brandy Distillery.

Stroll through Stellenbosch with a purpose on this guided walking tour. Learn about the Cape Dutch architecture and hear about the town's history and culture through your guide's in-depth commentary. You'll learn much more than you would exploring on your own and ensure that you don't miss any of the town's highlights on this curated tour of highlights such as Mill Stream, the Eerste River, and Dorp Street.

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this wine region tour from Stellenbosch. Spend the whole day in the rolling vineyards, visiting various wineries off the beaten path. Traveling on this small-group tour, limited to eight travelers, means you discover boutique wineries you might not find on your own; the itinerary is created according to the group's wine tastes.

Combine several tastings of local South African products—cheese, wine, and olives—in a single tour from Stellenbosch. With round-trip transportation around the Cape Winelands, you won't need to worry about who's going to be the sober driver. Make multiple stops throughout the region at some of the most well-regarded wine estates, enjoying tasting notes and different chocolate, cheese, wine, and olive combination tastings.

Eliminate the worries about choosing a sober driver with this convenient hop-on hop-off tour of the Stellenbosch wine region. Make your own itinerary by choosing which of the five wineries you'd like to explore; stay as long as you want at each. Stops include Boscendal, Zorgvliet, Neil Ellis, Thelema, and Lanzerac. Choose your own departure time from Stellenbosch town with minibuses that depart on the hour throughout the day.

Immerse yourself in the wines of the Cape Winelands with this full-day small-group wine tasting tour around Stellenbosch. Enjoy pickup in central Stellenbosch and get driven around to several different farms and wine estates for cellar tours and wine tastings. Learn about wine making, culture, and history, and savor an included lunch.

Explore the beautiful landscape of the Cape Winelands on horseback with this small-group guided ride from the Rhebokskloof Wine Estate in Paarl. Suitable for riders of all abilities, including beginners. Riders with similar experience are grouped together and will have their own guide to take them around a variety of trails, including tractor trails, open spaces, and mountain climbs.

Save tired legs and explore the vast Cape Winelands at a faster pace than a walking tour with this private horseback riding adventure. No need to worry if it’s your first time horseback riding—a short lesson is provided at the start. Once you’re comfortable, set off through farmland trails and vineyards with incredible views and insightful commentary along the way.

Explore the beauty of the Cape Winelands on this horseback riding tour that's suitable for all experience levels—from beginners to advanced riders. There’s no need to plan a route or worry about getting lost, as a guide is with you throughout. A highlight is a climb to the top of Paarl Mountain—a route that would be much more challenging if traveling on foot rather than on horseback.

Stellenbosch’s dispersed wineries can be tricky to get between if you don’t have your own transport, but with this tour, you can reap the benefits of having a driver for the day. Travel in an atmospheric open safari vehicle, and make stops at award-winning wineries where you can stop for tastings and learn about local wine.

Pedal out of the town of Stellenbosch and along the Eerste River, past vineyards and historic buildings, on this wine-tasting tour. You'll enjoy the fresh air while you cycle; no sitting on a glassed-in tour vehicle. Follow your guide on the track into the Jonkershoiek Valley for multiple wine farms, where you can do tastings and learn about the terroir.

With sun-soaked hills and plump grapes flourishing in the fertile soils, the Cape Winelands are home to some of South Africa’s oldest vineyards. On this private tour, explore the Franschhoek, Paarl, and Stellenbosch countryside with your guide, and sample some of the delicate wines for which the Cape Winelands are famous. With pickup and drop-off at your Franschhoek, Paarl, or Stellenbosch accommodation, see the best of the South African wine scene with ease.

This 2 hour ride starts off at Wine Valley Adventures and the trail will showcase the breathtaking view of the valley with the Du Toit’s Kloof Mountain range as backdrop.   This trail takes you to the lookout point at the top of Paarl Mountain with a breathtaking view of the area.  Here you can enjoy sundowners & snacks.  Alcohol strictly for persons over 18. When Cape Town coastal areas are windy come to our valley for a calm sunny day!  Group size limited to 15 riders. PLEASE SEND US THE RIDERS WEIGHTS AND EXPERIENCE LEVEL.

Join us for a unique guided half day cycling tour of 5-6 kms with an electric bike which takes you on an adventure through the picturesque Banhoek Valley,Stellenbosch in the heart of the Winelands. It allows the most breath-taking views of the valley while on the bike. Along the way we are stopping to taste wine at two family owned and award winning small boutique wineries. You will have a specialist wine guide that will talk you through the wine history, seasons of the vines and the gorgeous valley you will be in. One epic adventure on a bike to see one of Stellenbosch's wine valleys.

Cycle around the wineries of Stellenbosch on this bike tour. You'll get out from behind glass bus windows to breathe the fresh air of the wine country. Ride at a relaxed pace, stopping at two wineries to do tastings of the local vintages and learn about their production. Your guide will provide all of the navigation so you can focus on the scenery.

Make the most of your time with this private tour that combines horse riding with winery visits. Ride to three of South Africa's most famous wine estates, enjoy wine tastings, and a delicious lunch.

Party Bike offers the unique opportunity of tasting wines in the vineyards where they are grown, whilst spending time outdoors on the largest E Bike in Africa. A simple get together with friends, to a birthday celebration, through to an educational tour of the vineyards can be organised.

Situated at both Rhebokskloof Wine Estate in Paarl, we pride ourselves in providing our clients with the best trail experience that the Cape Winelands has to offer. We cater for all levels of riders, from beginners to experienced. Our well trained horses and experienced guides will ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure!