Cape town, South Africa
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Highlights
Experience the Cape Winelands
Ride world-class trails on a top-quality Specialized e-bike
Taste wine and explore the historic town of Stellenbosch
Description
Immerse yourself in the wine and mountain bike culture of Stellenbosch, by going on two amazing mountain bike rides through the vineyards, ending the ride with a wine tasting and exploring the town and its various top-class restaurants in the evening.
Who This Experience Is Good For
People who love wine, being in nature and seeing new places! You do not need a lot of cycling experience for the rides, as the routes will be easy to ride and tailored to your ability.
Meet Our Local Host
Your guide will meet you at the Specialized Stellenbosch Experience Centre at Blaauwklippen Farm just outside of Stellenbosch. The guide will be quick to assess your riding capabilities and will choose a route that is pitch-perfect for you. We work with only the most knowledgeable guides with years of experience on the trails in and around Stellenbosch.
Itinerary
Saturday
11am Pick up from apartments
12pm Get bikes fitted and sorted at Specialized Stellenbosch Experience Centre
Explore Blaauwklippen market/restaurant while waiting for bikes to be ready
3pm Collect bikes and bike to Stellenbosch town. Explore trails by the Eerste River and Lanzerac Wine Farm
6:30pm arrive at accommodation
Dinner in Stellenbosch Old Town at own cost
Sunday
7:30 am Breakfast
8 am Ride at Mont Marie/Stellenzicht/Dornier/Jonkershoek – depending on skill level.
2 pm Traditional South African lunch (potjie or braai)
Dinner in Stellenbosch Old Town at own cost
Monday
8am Breakfast and depart for Breakwater Apartments
What’s Included
Transport to and from Cape Town
Specialized Turbo E-bike
Helmet.
South Sky socks
Winelands mountain bike network pass
Accommodation
Guide
2 x breakfast
1 x lunch
What’s Not Included
Lunch on day 1
Dinner both days
Gratuity
Cycling Clothes
Travel Insurance
Know Before You Go
Most of our rides are an off-road experience where natural objects might be in the way.
However, your guide will do their utmost to make your journey smooth.
Minimum needed: 2 people
Maximum capacity: 10 people
Booking deadline: 14 days before the event
Weather dependent: Yes & No - Although weather is unpredictable in this region, if there is a disruption due to weather we reserve the right to adjust the itinerary as needed and will always keep the experience and customer safety first priority.
Difficulty level: Easy, we cater according to your needs and will make the ride to your group linking.
Special Clothing Required: Comfortable Pants - sports attire, trainers, layers (might be cold at the start of the ride), Sunscreen, Sunglasses. We have padded baggies and gloves for you to purchase if necessary. Please indicate 14 days in advance.
Special Dietary Restrictions: All dietaries can be catered to - Please inform upon booking
Extra Cash: Personal expenses and for meals and drinks not included
Ground Transportation: All Ground Transportation is included
Additional Information: N/A
Liabilities: A form will be provided for each client to sign before they ride