Top Stellenbosch Adventure Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Join us for a unique private & guided half day cycling tour of 10-12kms 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.

Experience a good mix of nature, culture and adventure on this 6-day group Garden Route Tour from Cape Town. This trip will give you a taste of some of the best things the spectacular Garden Route has to offer. The tour starts & ends in Cape Town and departs every Monday. Join us for the road trip of a lifetime! This is what you get on this tour: 1. R62 Wine Route, dubbed the World’s longest Wine Route where you get to taste different wines along the route 2. Interesting stop over at Oudtshoorn 3. Pass over Ateniqua Pass 4. Accommodation at the Russel Hotel in Knysna 5. Addo Elephant National Park – game drive 6. Robberg Nature Reserve – hiking 7. Knysna Heads 8. Quays Knysna Waterfront 9. Plettenberg Bay – white sandy beaches 10. Bloukrans Bridge skywalk and world highest bungy jump – optional $50-00 11. Hermanus – Whale watching (in season) 12. African Penguins – Betty’s Bay 13. Wine Tasting – 5 different wines – Benguela Cove Wine Estate

Nestled within in South Africa's Western Cape Province, Stellenbosch is surrounded by the Cape Winelands vineyards and the Jonkershoek and Simonsberg nature reserves—but the rugged landscapes can make exploring a challenge. Carefully designed for less experienced riders, this quad bike tour takes you deep into the countryside wilderness, where plump grapes flourish in the fertile soils. Tackle the terrain by powerful quad bike, with all safety equipment included.

Explore the Banhoek Valley of Stellenbosch on a gravity Scooter! Ride on a downhill trail. During the tour, you will experience the beauty of the mountains surrounding Stellenbosch in a fun and active way. Stunning views, majestic mountains. Scooters are non-motorized making this Eco-friendly. Because the scooters are propelled by gravity, our vehicle takes you to the top of the runs. All trips are guided by professional qualified guides. These Swiss-designed push bikes are used in the Alps during the summer season on the ski slopes when the snow is gone.

Instead than wasting time waiting for the local bus, take a shared half-day excursion. For tourists on a tight schedule who want to see beautiful natural areas and interact with wildlife, this is the ideal trip. Travelling in a cosy, air-conditioned car along the shoreline of False Bay on your route from Cape Town to Boulders Beach, make a stop at Highlights Town for a quick photo op!

Instead of studying a map and driving between sites, get outside and explore the wine estates of the Cape Winelands in a unique way—a horseback riding tour. Traverse lush wine farms and stop for a delicious lunch of locally-produced food while sitting under the trees. The tour allows you to stop for wine tastings, look out for local wildlife, and discover off-road scenery that you might not see otherwise.

Wine Valley Adventures has a riding package to suit everyone. Whether you fancy an hour or two in the saddle to simply get a taste of riding in the Winelands, or whether you are a seasoned rider looking for more riding time with trails of up to four hours, we have the right trail for you. Rides can be customized to include meals and wine – and olive tasting at boutique wineries and undiscovered gems in the beautiful Boland. Whether you are an experienced rider wanting a fast and exhilarating canter / gallops, or just a beginner /novice wanting a relaxing meander on a steady horse to get a different perspective of the magnificent scenery, you will have a great experience.

Get outdoors and discover the scenic beauty of the Cape Winelands region on this exciting e-bike adventure. Travel from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek, and pedal past incredible landscapes along the way, as well as Stellenbosch Old Town, Stellenbosch University, and multiple wine estates. It’s the perfect tour for travelers interested in discovering amazing local wine and regional food. No need to worry about bringing food with you as a delicious lunch, wine tastings, and snacks are included.

Explore the Cape Winelands on a small-group quad bike adventure. Ride at a leisurely pace along nature trails that lead through vineyards and along mountains and showcase spectacular views of the valley with the Du Toit’s Kloof Mountain range as backdrop. Your guide will fill you in on the wine-producing activities and grape cultivars as you descend down the valley through the vineyards.