All Stellenbosch Tours & Excursions in 2026

Serious wine enthusiasts will love this tour focused on the top wine producers in Paarl, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch. Travel with a guide who holds an Agric Viticulture & Oenology degree and will give in-depth commentary on wine production in South Africa as you visit local wine estates to do tastings, take vineyard walks, and meet the winemakers.

Combine horseback riding with wine, sunset, and moonlight on this small-group guided tour from Simondium. Ride at a gentle pace along the foothills of Simonsberg in Franschhoek wine valley, planned around the full moon. Stop for sundowners and snacks at a scenic overlook at Vrede en Lust Wine Estate and neighboring farms during this 2.5- to 3-hour experience.

With this half-day package, getting to Robben Island and back is straightforward. Pickup from your Cape Town accommodation is included, along with admission to the Robben Island Museum. Learn about the life of Nelson Mandela, see his former prison cell, and explore the island’s history—without needing to research logistics—before returning to your accommodation at the end of the trip.

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.

Robben Island tours are best booked in advance. This half-day tour includes museum admission and round-trip transfer from your Cape Town hotel, ensuring a hassle-free visit. Learn about the island’s history from your guide, see Nelson Mandela’s prison cell, and reflect on your journey back to the mainland.

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.

Get a comprehensive tour of Cape Town in just a half day. Great for first-time visitors or those short on time, this guided tour ensures you won't miss any highlights during your explorations. Listen to a guide's commentary as you travel about the city's history, culture, and modern life, allowing you to learn much more than you would exploring on your own. Choice of morning or afternoon departure and round-trip transportation from the door of your hotel makes this tour extra convenient.

Instead of going on an organized group tour, this private experience is an ideal pick for independent travelers who want to avoid the crowds and personalize their itinerary. The route is completely flexible to suit your requirements—including your wine and budget preferences. Additionally, appointments are made for you in advance to gain access to owners, winemakers, and wine ambassadors for vineyard walks, cellar tours, and tastings.

Spend time outdoors and explore a vast 593-acre (240-hectare) wildlife sanctuary that’s home to a diverse range of animals such as antelopes, giraffes, wildebeest, and zebras. Instead of discovering the sanctuary on foot, save time and cover more ground by going on a guided horseback riding tour—a fun activity that’s suitable for all experience levels. Note that there is a strict 75kg weight limit for riders with no exceptions.

Arrival & Welcome Guests are greeted at the top of the walkway near the tasting room, under the large oak tree. Welcome drink: Chilled White Pinotage, served by a staff member during the approach. Host introduces the estate and the day’s experience, highlighting the White Pinotage as the first wine of the tasting. Historical Introduction Brief history of Dekkersvlei (est. 1693) and Paarl, South Africa’s third oldest town. Emphasis on Dekkersvlei’s identity as a boutique winery, producing small-batch, high-quality wines. Cellar Visit & White Pinotage Guests enter the stainless-steel cellar and receive a single red grape to interactively explore the winemaking process. Explanation of how White Pinotage is made from red-skinned grapes by removing the skins early – creating a blanc de noir style. Educational highlight: structure of a grape and the innovative approach to making white wine from red varietals. Vineyard Walk Educational walk through the vineyards, glass in hand.

Learn about the South African wine making process and sample some local varietals on this full-day wine tour in the company of former winemaker, Martin Stevens. Visit three different wineries, chosednbased on your wine preferences, and enjoy a guided tasting at each. Includes convenient round-trip transfers from your Stellenbosch hotel.

This guided hike takes you deep into Jonkershoek Nature Reserve on one of the most scenic and demanding trails in the Cape Winelands. With steep ascents, rugged mountain terrain, and vast panoramic views, the Panorama Trail offers a true sense of adventure far from the crowds. Led by a qualified, registered mountain guide, you’ll enjoy a small-group, safety-focused experience with expert pacing, local insight, and access to remote viewpoints few visitors ever reach. If you’re an active traveler looking for a serious mountain challenge with exceptional scenery, this hike delivers an unforgettable day in the mountains.

South Africa’s winemaking history dates back to the 17th century, and on this half-day tour from Cape Town, you visit multiple wine estates in the Cape Winelands. With an in-the-know guide, travel to Stellenbosch, where you learn about South African viticulture and take part in wine and cheese tastings. Enjoy a guided tour of Stellenbosch, whose tree-lined streets are thronged with museums, bars, eateriesm and gorgeous examples of Victorian, Georgian, and Cape Dutch architecture.

Spend a day sampling some of the mouth-watering flavors of the Cape Winelands with this full-day food tour from Franschhoek. Visit 3 wine estates to taste locally-made chocolates and cheeses, both expertly paired with wine, as well as some olive oil.

Cape Town is famous for its incredible whale watching, and this boat tour offers the perfect chance to embark on an exciting adventure. Set sail to spot the majestic Southern Right Whales, along with playful dolphins and seals. By booking in advance, you can ensure a date that fits your schedule and enjoy added perks like hotel pickup, coffee and bottled water on board. It's the ideal way to experience Cape Town’s marine life up close.

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.

This tour consists of wine farms that give a great overview of the quality wines we produce in South Africa, what we have to offer when it comes to food and breath taking locations for our visiting guests. We incorporate different wines for different pallets, as we know not all of the guests like the same wine. We are flexible in changing up the day within boundaries, so that all our guests has the best experience possible. All guests will enjoy a relaxing and unforgettable day in the Cape Winelands. We know they are holiday and would not want to feel rushed. Our private tour provides a bit of everything from culture to history to wines, good food, views, locations and more. We have had many happy guests join us on tour and what stood out for them was that they did not feel rushed, the fact that we are honest, safe, friendly and punctual made them appreciate the tour more and what we were offering. So come and join us for an memorable experience!

Join us for a unique shared guided half day cycling tour of 15-30kms 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. PLEASE NOTE WE HAVE NEW STARTING POINT WHICH WILL GIVE US ACCESS TO MORE ROUTES AND FURTHER BIKING DISTANCE.

Discover three of the top wineries in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek on this private half-day winery tour from Cape Town. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Cape Town hotel or accommodations and stops at Boschendal Wine Estate, Spier Wine Farm, and Waterford Estate where you can enjoy tastings and food pairings (both at own expense).

Get outdoors and discover the scenic beauty of the Cape Winelands region on this small-group e-bike adventure. Travel from Stellenbosch to Franschhoek, and pedal past incredible landscapes along the way, including Stellenbosch University and multiple wine estates. Enjoy a delicious lunch and included wine tastings with alcoholic beverages to keep you refreshed.

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.

Enjoy the best mountain biking trails in the Boland district of the Western Cape on one of our guided E Bike rides. We take a maximum of 3 riders to ensure that all riders are looked after during our guided rides.

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.

Nestled in the heart of nature's grandeur, Paarl stands as a testament to the captivating beauty of South Africa. This charming town is renowned for its extraordinary landscapes, where the convergence of picturesque vineyards, majestic mountains, and lush valleys creates a visual symphony that beckons explorers and nature enthusiasts alike. Venturing into the lush valleys, you'll discover a serene oasis where the interplay of light and shadow casts a mesmerizing spell. The valleys, adorned with a rich tapestry of flora, offer a tranquil respite from the adrenaline-fueled moments of quad biking. Take a moment to soak in the beauty that surrounds you, as the valleys become a living canvas painted with the colors of nature. Paarl's quad biking excursions not only provide a thrilling adventure but also serve as a gateway to the region's cultural and historical treasures.