Take a gastronomic bike ride through the Cape’s rolling winelands tasting regional wines and culinary delights along the way. Each sun-splashed vineyard has a story to tell and a leisurely ride through the lush landscape against a picturesque mountainous backdrop will delight any cyclist of any ability.
Far removed from the upscale city centre, Langa is Cape Town’s oldest township. One of the best ways to immerse yourself in the vibrant township life is to hop on a bike. Meet and greet the locals, watch children at play in the dusty streets, buy curios at a market stall, visit a shebeen to sample the local brew or try the traditional food like a “Smiley” – a boiled sheep’s head, which is a delicacy here. The locals are always big on smiles and laughter and they will find a place in your heart long after you leave.
Discover the beautiful coastal and inland routes cycling across the southern peninsula of the Cape. With breath-taking panoramic mountains, picturesque villages, and scenic ocean coastlines. As you make your way towards the Cape of Good Hope, you’ll encounter free roaming ostrich, zebra, bontebok and baboons. This route is also great for spotting penguins, whales, dolphins and even sharks where the Atlantic meets the Indian ocean.
The sweet heady aroma surrounding Boschendal Wine Farm is a potent mix of the indigenous fynbos, orchards and vineyards which stretch as far as the eye can see. Tasting the regions finest wine is one of the best ways to sample the Cape’s rich harvest of summer fruit so once you have finished cycling the leisurely trails through rolling hills, lush terrain and picturesque landscapes, enjoy a lazy lunch followed by a signature wine tasting.