Stellenbosch 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.

With sun-soaked hills and plump grapes flourishing in the fertile soils, the Cape Winelands are home to some of South Africa’s oldest vineyards. On this private tour, explore the Franschhoek, Paarl, and Stellenbosch countryside with your guide, and sample some of the delicate wines for which the Cape Winelands are famous. With pickup and drop-off at your Franschhoek, Paarl, or Stellenbosch accommodation, see the best of the South African wine scene with ease.

Afrivista Tours have been around since 1997 and we have always offered a fun yet informative experience with pickup in Stellenbosch. We all love wine and feel lucky to live out our passion on tour . Apart from the wine we cover the culture ,history and whatever subjects might be relevant on a day wine tour . Everybody is different and we try and adjust to this . For this reason we advise you to contact us about the exact itinerary on the day because the route can be different to the suggested wineries as listed .Other wineries we often visit are , Rustenberg, Backsberg, Lanzerac, Glenelly ,Remhoogte and many more . Just a footnote ,we do not pickup in Cape Town except with prior arrangement.

Focus on the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek regions' sparkling wines on this private tour for just you and your party. Spend time in the company of a private guide, who will fill you in on the history and viniculture of South African MCC (method cap classique). This private tour gives you and your private party undivided attention and the ability to shape your own itinerary, stopping at wineries that interest you and asking plenty of questions.

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this wine region tour from Stellenbosch. Spend the whole day in the rolling vineyards, visiting various wineries off the beaten path. Traveling on this small-group tour, limited to eight travelers, means you discover boutique wineries you might not find on your own; the itinerary is created according to the group's wine tastes.

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.

Eliminate the worries about choosing a sober driver with this convenient hop-on hop-off tour of the Stellenbosch wine region. Make your own itinerary by choosing which of the five wineries you'd like to explore; stay as long as you want at each. Stops include Boscendal, Zorgvliet, Neil Ellis, Thelema, and Lanzerac. Choose your own departure time from Stellenbosch town with minibuses that depart on the hour throughout the day.

Tasting of handcrafted wines. Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot. Bespoke cellar tour on request.

Relax and enjoy a wine tour without the fuss on a hop-on hop-off Vine Hopper through Stellenbosch's Southern Route. This circuit stops at six wineries and you choose to disembark at any winery you'd like to visit for wine tasting, then simply climb back on the next Vine Hopper when you're done. Stops include Spier, Bilton, Alto, Neethlingshof, Kleine Zalze, and Van Ryn Brandy Distillery.

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.

Explore the bounty of the Cape Winelands on this full-day small-group guided cycling tour around Stellenbosch from Cape Town, including food and wine tastings. Pedal your way on a 9-mile (15-km) route through one of South Africa's most prominent wine-growing regions. Stop along the way for wine tastings with food, including lunch.

First-time riders and travelers with time constraints can experience the thrill of an all-terrain-vehicle adventure on this convenient 1-hour ride. A guide takes you through a scenic valley where you can enjoy the scenery without the time commitment required on many other ATV adventures. The protected valley also offers a welcome escape from Cape Town’s coastal wind.

Situated at both Rhebokskloof Wine Estate in Paarl, we pride ourselves in providing our clients with the best trail experience that the Cape Winelands has to offer. We cater for all levels of riders, from beginners to experienced. Our well trained horses and experienced guides will ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure!

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.

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.

I am a specialist in winemaking and wines and will be able to guide you through this activity providing you with an abundance amount of knowledge on the topic of winemaking and the technicalities of the process. I will also provide insight into the wine industry in Stellenbosch and South Africa as well as the history of wine in our region. Having been born and grown up in Stellenbosch I will provide information on our history, our culture, our languages and much more. You will have spent a day with a local South African, having gained a huge amount of knowledge as well as having had fun. The area is really pretty with its mountains, hills and vineyards. The area will spoil your senses to the limit.

Fully customizable - we can incorporate specifically requested wineries into the itinerary. Lunch can be booked at a venue of choice at one of several world class restaurants on wineries around the region (lunch is for own account). Typically, we visit a total of 4 destinations (3 tastings plus lunch) in order to facilitate a relaxed, unrushed experience. Express (a quick, 3-destination tour in the morning or afternoon) and Extended (an additional 5th destination) options are available too. We offer private tours in 4 package levels: Standard (the usual flights most representative of the chosen wineries), Premium (flights inclusive of flagship and limited release wines), Exclusive (flights inclusive of older vintages and/or vertical tastings) and Ultimate (top end wineries not usually open to the public, meet the winemaker, very special wines tasted). Pricing levels may vary according to specification, and given as guidelines only.

This 2 hour ride starts off at Wine Valley Adventures and the trail will showcase the breathtaking view of the valley with the Du Toit’s Kloof Mountain range as backdrop. When we reach the stables, a healthy, hearty dinner is served on the 18th century Manor House’s patio under the bougainvillea pergola.  Estate wine included with dinner.  Alcohol strictly for persons over 18. When Cape Town coastal areas are windy come to our valley for a calm sunny day!  Group size limited to 15 riders. 

Make the most of your time with this private tour that combines horse riding with winery visits. Ride to three of South Africa's most famous wine estates, enjoy wine tastings, and a delicious lunch.

Situated at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate in Paarl, we pride ourselves in providing our clients with the best trail experience that the Cape Winelands has to offer. We cater for all levels of riders, from beginners to experienced. Our well trained horses and experienced guides will ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor adventure!

This combination horseback riding and wine tasting adventure puts two exciting adventures together for a half-day of fun. Take a scenic horseback ride through wine country with the Du Toit’s Kloof mountain range as the backdrop. The horses are part of a herd of more than 300 working animals (some even work on movie sets) and are well cared for, gentle, and used to riders of all skill levels.

This 2 hour ride starts off at Wine Valley Adventures and the trail will showcase the breathtaking view of the valley with the Du Toit’s Kloof Mountain range as backdrop.   This trail takes you to the lookout point at the top of Paarl Mountain with a breathtaking view of the area.  Here you can enjoy sundowners & snacks.  Alcohol strictly for persons over 18. When Cape Town coastal areas are windy come to our valley for a calm sunny day!  Group size limited to 15 riders. PLEASE SEND US THE RIDERS WEIGHTS AND EXPERIENCE LEVEL.

Spend a day immersed in South Africa's wine country on this full-day small-group wine tour from Stellenbosch. Visit at least three wineries for wine tastings of four to seven wines at each stop. Get plenty of insider information from your Cape Wine Academy-certified guide.

The Vineyard Walk meanders for 3-5km through the vineyards, offering beautiful views of one of the Winelands most beautiful wine valleys. The walk with a wine guide also offers a closer look at the several white and red wine cultivars. Interpretive signs help hikers to differentiate between Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. You will have the chance to taste some award winning wines with a Cellar Tour and ending the day with a light lunch.