PrivateSouth Africa

10 Day Mountainbike Adventure

White and green mountain-tops, oceans, thousands of species of flowers and ‘fynbos makes for an unforgettable group tour in Africa

Mountainbike Adventure in 'The Cape'

South Africa has travelers raving about its beauty, so it is of no surprise that it takes the top spot in the beauty stakes year after year.

The landscape invites to be active outdoor! South Africa has an astonishing variety of wild,- & marine life, white and green mountain-tops, oceans, thousands of species of flowers and ‘fynbos’ bloom that transform the landscape unimaginably.

This, together with technicolor city suburbs, architecture and antiquity makes this “The Most Beautiful Country in The World”, and a must-see traveler’s dream. With so much to see and do, you will be planning your next trip before you have even left.

This active, guided, cycle trip brings you to some of the most beautiful nature areas and mountain bike tracks you can find, in 'The Cape' the Winelands & Peninsula. You’ll even tick the Cape of Good Hope-box.

An unforgettable experience, and even better when sharing this event with a group of friends, family or colleagues!

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FROM
ZAR 25.720,-
PP SHARING (6 PAX)

What’s included?

10 DAY | 9 NIGHT GUIDED CYCLING TRIP IN 'THE CAPE'
‘Cycle the most Beautiful Tracks of South Africa’

AIRPORT TRANSFERS

3 + 4* ACCOMMODATION

MEALS AS INDICATED

MTB / E-BIKE RENTAL

CYCLE GUIDE-DRIVER

ACTIVITIES

YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE
→ Simply scroll down the day-to-day program and click the image to enlarge

1 Night in Cape Town

WELCOME TO ‘THE MOTHER CITY’

After your arrival @ Cape Town International Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel for check-in. There will then be an orientation meet-up with your guide, which includes bike setup and a tour briefing. Depending on your arrival time, there is opportunity to experience a guided inner-city cycle tour. A welcome dinner with your bike-guide, will be hosted in African ambiance in the evening.

OCEAN HIDEAWAY 4*

The hotel where you’ll be staying is a peaceful haven just a step away from the buzz of Cape Town’s CBD. Situated in the wind- free suburb of Bantry Bay, you can enjoy breath-taking views of endless ocean horizons set against the backdrop of the infamous Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. Take a stroll through the streets & experience Cape Town‘s diverse range of restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Airport<br />
Transfer Airport
Transfer
Cycle<br />
City<br />
Tour Cycle
City
Tour
Dinner Dinner

2 Nights in Stellenbosch

CYCLE THE FAMOUS TABLE MOUNTAIN

Your first faull day, we take you on a 30-60km off-road tour. After transfer from your hotel to the base of Table Mountain, you start the cycle trip around the slopes of this natural wonder, heading towards the suburb of Constantia. After riding through the suburban greenbelt trails, the tour will finish at a wine estate for a tasting with platter lunch, before transfer to your accommodation in Stellenbosch, The Winelands. Here you can relax for the evening.

Day 3, this day will introduce you to the trails of Stellenbosch, with a 30-50km off-road trail, starting in the Bottelary Hills region. After enjoying the winelands trails, you will stop at a local wine estate for a traditional “boerebraai” lunch and a wine tasting before heading back to the hotel.

STAY IN WONDER & GO BACK IN TIME 3*

A boutique guesthouse, built in 1901, is nestled in the charming enclave of Stellenbosch. Retaining its old-world charm with a mix of modern comforts, guests have the perfect opportunity to relax in superbly comfortable and convenient lodgings.

Breakfast<br />& Lunch Breakfast
& Lunch
Wine<br />Tasting Wine
Tasting
Guided<br />MTB<br />Trip Guided
MTB
Trip
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

1 Night in Hermanus

JOURNEY INTO THE VALLEY

Starting off with a transfer into the Hemel & Aarde Valley, today you may choose to enjoy some of the optional activities before or after lunch. Lunch is included and will be at Creation Wines. Situated high up the Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge near Hermanus, Creation’s vines climb the steep hills of Babylon Toren Mountain. Enjoy an exquisite food and wine paring experience that is certainly not to be missed.

Suggested optional activities: Hermanus MTB ride to Creation Wines, with transfer back to accommodation to freshen up. Or depart to town for a whale cruise (July-November), market exploration, seaside cocktails and sunset cruise followed by dinner at leisure.

VINEYARD-FARM-STAY

Your accommodation in Hermanus (Hemel & Aarde Valley) is a secluded, beautifully situated self-catering farm-hideaway.

Breakfast<br />& Lunch Breakfast
& Lunch
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

1 Night in Grabouw

CYCLE THROUGH THE VINEYARDS

It’s back on the bike today, for a 40-80km off-road journey through the Grabouw vineyards. Home to some of the best mountain biking in South Africa, today’s trails will include vineyards, mountains, dams, jeep track and single track, through magnificent scenery.

Today you can also enjoy a morning or afternoon zipline adventure in Elgin (included). The evening is then yours to enjoy.

AFRICA’S FIRST BIKE LODGE

Africa’s first bike accommodation is the perfect base to relax, have fun and explore all the delights the Overberg has to offer. The lodge is run by mountainbike enthousiasts, offers a warm welcome to all & embodies spirit of community. Without doubt a fun place to stay!

Breakfast<br />& Lunch Breakfast
& Lunch
Guided<br />MTB<br />Trip Guided
MTB
Trip
Canopy Tour Canopy Tour
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

1 Night in Cape Town

CYCLE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE

Today you will be transferred to the quaint suburb of Simonstown where todays cycle tour starts. Visit the world-renowned Boulders Beach to view penguins, before cycling into the Cape Peninsula Reserve. Your efforts will be rewarded with a picnic lunch & wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards before returning to Cape Town via bike or car over the iconic Chapmans Peak drive. The evening is yours to relax and unwind after your 40-80km road cycle day.

OCEAN HIDEAWAY 4*

The hotel where you’ll be staying is a peaceful haven just a step away from the buzz of Cape Town’s CBD. Situated in the wind- free suburb of Bantry Bay, you can enjoy breath-taking views of endless ocean horizons set against the backdrop of the infamous Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. Take a stroll through the streets & experience Cape Town‘s diverse range of restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Breakfast<br />& Picnic<br />Lunch Breakfast
& Picnic
Lunch
Wine<br />Tasting Wine
Tasting
Guided<br />MTB<br />Trip Guided
MTB
Trip
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

After breakfast on day 7, it’s time to check out. Your driver will transfer you safely back to you next destination in Cape Town, or to Cape Town International Airport for your onward journey. Safe travels!

1 Night in Cape Town

CYCLE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE

Today you will be transferred to the quaint suburb of Simonstown where todays cycle tour starts. Visit the world-renowned Boulders Beach to view penguins, before cycling into the Cape Peninsula Reserve. Your efforts will be rewarded with a picnic lunch & wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards before returning to Cape Town via bike or car over the iconic Chapmans Peak drive. The evening is yours to relax and unwind after your 40-80km road cycle day.

OCEAN HIDEAWAY 4*

The hotel where you’ll be staying is a peaceful haven just a step away from the buzz of Cape Town’s CBD. Situated in the wind- free suburb of Bantry Bay, you can enjoy breath-taking views of endless ocean horizons set against the backdrop of the infamous Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. Take a stroll through the streets & experience Cape Town‘s diverse range of restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Breakfast<br />& Picnic<br />Lunch Breakfast
& Picnic
Lunch
Wine<br />Tasting Wine
Tasting
Guided<br />MTB<br />Trip Guided
MTB
Trip
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

After breakfast on day 7, it’s time to check out. Your driver will transfer you safely back to you next destination in Cape Town, or to Cape Town International Airport for your onward journey. Safe travels!

1 Night in Cape Town

CYCLE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE

Today you will be transferred to the quaint suburb of Simonstown where todays cycle tour starts. Visit the world-renowned Boulders Beach to view penguins, before cycling into the Cape Peninsula Reserve. Your efforts will be rewarded with a picnic lunch & wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards before returning to Cape Town via bike or car over the iconic Chapmans Peak drive. The evening is yours to relax and unwind after your 40-80km road cycle day.

OCEAN HIDEAWAY 4*

The hotel where you’ll be staying is a peaceful haven just a step away from the buzz of Cape Town’s CBD. Situated in the wind- free suburb of Bantry Bay, you can enjoy breath-taking views of endless ocean horizons set against the backdrop of the infamous Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. Take a stroll through the streets & experience Cape Town‘s diverse range of restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Breakfast<br />& Picnic<br />Lunch Breakfast
& Picnic
Lunch
Wine<br />Tasting Wine
Tasting
Guided<br />MTB<br />Trip Guided
MTB
Trip
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

After breakfast on day 7, it’s time to check out. Your driver will transfer you safely back to you next destination in Cape Town, or to Cape Town International Airport for your onward journey. Safe travels!

1 Night in Cape Town

CYCLE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE

Today you will be transferred to the quaint suburb of Simonstown where todays cycle tour starts. Visit the world-renowned Boulders Beach to view penguins, before cycling into the Cape Peninsula Reserve. Your efforts will be rewarded with a picnic lunch & wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards before returning to Cape Town via bike or car over the iconic Chapmans Peak drive. The evening is yours to relax and unwind after your 40-80km road cycle day.

OCEAN HIDEAWAY 4*

The hotel where you’ll be staying is a peaceful haven just a step away from the buzz of Cape Town’s CBD. Situated in the wind- free suburb of Bantry Bay, you can enjoy breath-taking views of endless ocean horizons set against the backdrop of the infamous Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. Take a stroll through the streets & experience Cape Town‘s diverse range of restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Breakfast<br />& Picnic<br />Lunch Breakfast
& Picnic
Lunch
Wine<br />Tasting Wine
Tasting
Guided<br />MTB<br />Trip Guided
MTB
Trip
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

After breakfast on day 7, it’s time to check out. Your driver will transfer you safely back to you next destination in Cape Town, or to Cape Town International Airport for your onward journey. Safe travels!

1 Night in Cape Town

CYCLE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE

Today you will be transferred to the quaint suburb of Simonstown where todays cycle tour starts. Visit the world-renowned Boulders Beach to view penguins, before cycling into the Cape Peninsula Reserve. Your efforts will be rewarded with a picnic lunch & wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards before returning to Cape Town via bike or car over the iconic Chapmans Peak drive. The evening is yours to relax and unwind after your 40-80km road cycle day.

OCEAN HIDEAWAY 4*

The hotel where you’ll be staying is a peaceful haven just a step away from the buzz of Cape Town’s CBD. Situated in the wind- free suburb of Bantry Bay, you can enjoy breath-taking views of endless ocean horizons set against the backdrop of the infamous Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. Take a stroll through the streets & experience Cape Town‘s diverse range of restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Breakfast<br />& Picnic<br />Lunch Breakfast
& Picnic
Lunch
Wine<br />Tasting Wine
Tasting
Guided<br />MTB<br />Trip Guided
MTB
Trip
Transfer<br />Incl<br />Driver Transfer
Incl
Driver

After breakfast on day 7, it’s time to check out. Your driver will transfer you safely back to you next destination in Cape Town, or to Cape Town International Airport for your onward journey. Safe travels!

Details

REMEMBER: This itinerary is fully customizable. We can tailor this experience to your needs and budget. Please chat to use for further details

What's included

  • Accommodation 3 + 4* as per itinerary
  • Accommodation subject to availability at date of booking
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Daily Water & Nutrition
  • Excursions & Entrance Fees as per itinerary
  • Road Transfers in Air Conditioned Vehicle, with an English speaking Driver - Cycle Guide
  • E-Bike Rental (high end E-mountainbike) & Helmet
  • Standard Pedal & Saddle (you are welcome to bring your own)
  • Sag Wagon on day 6

Does not include

We strongly advise to read our essentials page: Essentials & What to bring

  • Flights
  • Airport Taxes
  • Travel Documents & Visa
  • Personal Insurances: Travel,- Cancellation and Medical Insurance, including land sports (obliged)
  • If applicable: Vaccinations / Malaria prophylaxis: Essentials & What to bring
  • Cycling Shoes
  • Drinks & Additional Meals
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuities & Porterage
  • Optional Activities

General Notes

  1. While every effort will be made to maintain the rates, there is little we can do in the event of a change in Government taxes or levies.
  2. A representative will be assigned to manage the entire program.
  3. Please note that no bookings have been made at this stage. This offer is subject to availability upon confirmation unless otherwise stated.
  4. African Hideaways reserves the right to change the program and schedule according to prevailing weather conditions.
  5. This proposal cost is subject to change due to unforeseeable changes in fuel and other levies.
  6. Suggested accommodation may be changed to similar depending on availability at time of booking.

RATES

1 May – 30 September 2021
2 pax ZAR 38.390,-
4 pax ZAR 30.890,-
6 pax ZAR 25.720,-
1 October – 15 December 2021
2 pax ZAR 40.660,-
4 pax ZAR 34.340,-
6 pax ZAR 29.170,-


15 January – 30 April 2022
2 pax ZAR 40.630,-
4 pax ZAR 33.920,-
6 pax ZAR 28.410,-

  • All prices are per person, sharing
  • Peak season: 15 December - 15 January, rates on request

Customize Trip

Remember, every trip is fully customisable, and we can tailor this experience to your needs and budget.
Get in touch with us today so we can create a tailor made holiday package that’s perfect for you.

Group cycle tours that include wine tasting in Stellenbosch
Stand a few feet away from the penguins while on holiday and see what Boulders Beach in Simons Town all is about
Enjoy a 50km off road trail starting in the Bottelary Hills region and end the day with a traditional South African braai
Cycle into the Cape Peninsula Reserve and enjoy a picnic lunch & wine tasting at Cape Point Vineyards
Enjoy a 50km off road trail starting in the Bottelary Hills region and end the day with a traditional South African braai
Experience a wine and food pairing while on your getaway
Enjoy the wineland trials and end the day off at a local wine estate for a traditional boere braai