Stellenbosch on Foot
Join Stellenbosch on Foot and explore the “village of the oaks” with its shady oak avenues bordered by the water furrows of the Mill Stream. Admire the charm and harmony of the Cape Dutch Architecture and listen to tales about the colorful inhabitants of three centuries. We invite you to join us to hear many more interesting facts and fables about the past while experiencing the present in Stellenbosch.
When: Everyday @ 9:00 & 15:00
Activity level 1/5
Price: R 100 pp
Art on Foot Tour
Stellenbosch is world renowned for some of the best wines South Africa can offer, the university and the rich history of the town, but in recent times Stellenbosch has established itself as one of the leading art destinations in South Africa. This you can see by strolling the shady oak avenues, bordered by the water furrows and getting the change to admire some of the best art and art galleries in South Africa.
When: Monday to Saturday @ 11:00
Activity level 1/5
Price: R 180 pp
Mushroom Foraging
Do you live near a pine, poplar or oak forest? If so, then there is a good chance that there is a delicious free meal for you out there during our winter months.
Join us for a beginner’s mushroom foraging expedition to learn where to look, how to sustainably harvest them and two species which are easy to identify, very tasty and safe to consume.
While we can’t guarantee any bounty, there will be plenty to learn about the basics of foraging as well as the magical world of fungi and the vital role they play in the environment.
When: Thursdays & Sunday @ 9:00
Activity Level 1/5
Price : R390 pp
Fynbos Educational Hike
Everyone in the cape has probably heard about the wonders of our local flora, but what is it that makes the Cape Floral Kingdom so unique and special? Find out, as your guide delivers a brief overview, before leading you on a hike to delve into some fascinating aspects of this botanical treasure trove residing virtually on our doorsteps.
When: Saturdays & Mondays @ 9:00
Activity Level: 2/5
Price : R390 pp
Medicinal & other usefull plants talk and hike
For 1000’s of years, the various peoples who have roamed and settled the Cape, have made use of the Fynbos medicine cabinet & hardware store.
Let’s go out in the field to learn about which plants were good for chest ailments and bug bites, how you can make a strong rope using only your bare hands,
and which wood was used for the most stress-bearing parts of wagons.
The usefulness of fynbos for people continues today with the immensely valuable cut flower trade, our famous rooibos tea as well as increasing use in the perfume industry. Much new research is currently being done to ascertain the potential commercial value of various fynbos species.
When : Tuesdays & Fridays @ 9:00
Activity Level : 2/5
Price: R390 pp
Plant survival & regeneration techniques talk and hike
It runs against one’s intuition that nutrient poor soils, hot dry summers and frequent fires could produce one of the highest levels of species richness of any vegetation type in the world, but this is exactly what has happened on the small, south-western tip of South Africa.
Over the course of a relaxed guided hike, discover some of the truly fascinating and varied techniques that these plants employ to survive, whether it be simple but ingenious physical features or strange and complex interactions with animals.
When: Wednesdays @ 9:00 & Sundays @ 14:00
Activity Level 2/5
Price: R 390pp
Insects& other invertebrates in Fynbos
Learn about key species, interactions between plants, insects and other small animals, and how difficult climatic and geological conditions have produced one of the planet’s richest vegetation types.
When: Tuesdays & Saturdays @ 14:00
Activity Level: 2/5
Price: R390
Hike Jonkershoek to Mont Mari
Bring the family and traverse the Stellenbosch Mountain from the Jonkershoek Valley to Mont Marie. This 4 hour hike will lead straight up and over the Stellenbosch Mountain and down the other side, amazing King protea bushes and fantastic views of Jonkershoek, False Bay and Table Mountain await you at the top. lncludes picnic lunch.
When: Every 1st Saturday of the month
Activity Level 4/5:
Price: R 750 pp R550 p child (16 and younger)
Vineyard Hike
Enjoy a easy hike through scenic views of towering mountain peaks and valleys covered in magnificent vineyards, learn more about wine making in the vineyards, enjoy wine tastings at award winning estates. Top the day off with a beautiful wine estate lunch.
When: Everyday @ 9:00 (wine tastings only available once allowed by regulations.
Activity level 2/5
Price: R 950 pp
Guided Cycle tour Stellenbosch
Visit the highlights in the historic part of Stellenbosch Town by bicycle. Learn about the origin and history of Stellenbosch and hear interesting stories that are part of our history and culture. We cycle through Stellenbosch and along the banks of the Eerste rivier while your guide will give you some interesting facts on fynbos and the Flora of the area. We will then cycle through the scenic Jonkershoek Valley and then stop at Lanzerac which sports beautiful grounds and historic Cape Dutch architecture. Relax a while with a coffee or juice at the Deli before we head back into Stellenbosch Town via the Stellenbosch University, ending at our office.
When: Everyday @ 9:00
Activity Level:
Price: R 300pp with own bike
R 550 pp incl bike rental
R 750 pp incl E-bike rental
E-Bike Stellenbosch to Franschhoek
This unique E-Bike tour meanders through some of the best wine land scenery in South Africa. We cycle from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek on mostly jeep track and single track. Meet local people and taste some of the great cuisine this region has to offer. Transport back to Stellenbosch with our bus and bike trailer provided. Lunch on own account.
When: Every Tuesday & Saturday @ 9:00
Activity level 3/5
Price: R 980 pp
Cape Point Cycle
This tour cycles the majestic Cape Point Nature Reserve with optional lunch in Simonstown. Great for families with children 10 years and older. Transport to and from Stellenbosch or Cape Town with our bus and bike trailer included.
When: Every Sunday
Activity level: 2/5
Price: R 1200 pp Child R 900
Cape Explorer 4 day Cycle Tour
Get a group of 4 or more friends together and enjoy the best the Cape has to offer. Amazing rides along the ocean and meandering trails through vineyards and mountain scenery awaits. Mornings are set out to ride. Breakfast and lunches included. Afternoons are open to explore the area or do some optional activities.
Day 1: Cycle in Cape Point nature reserve
Day 2: Cycle trails in Stellenbosch and Jonkershoek
Day 3: Cycle Stellenbosch to Franschhoek, overnight in Elgin
Day 4: Cycle Elgin to Hermanus
When : Departs every Sunday
Activity Level: 4/5
Price : R 12 950 pp
Minimum of 4 pax
Cross Cape Tour
Get a group of 4 or more friends together and enjoy the spectacular Cross Cape cycle route from Plettenberg Bay to Stellenbosch. Cycling between 60-90 km per day on gravel and jeep tracks and some tar roads.
All accommodation, back up vehicle and luggage services are arranged. All you need to do is to enjoy the cycle. It takes 11 days to do the whole route but sections of the route can be done depending on the amount of days you have available. Please contact us for a quote.
Bike Rental
Rent a Mountain Bike. Helmet, lock and puncture repair kit included. Suggested routes and trails available at office
Price: R 300 for the day
Rent an E-Bike. Helmet, lock and puncture repair kit included. Suggested routes and trails available at office.
Price: R 500 per day
