Refreshing Activities to Make the Most of This Summer

Posted on Tue November 5, 2024.

Discover fun and refreshing ways to make the most of summer! From outdoor adventures to relaxing activities, find inspiration to beat the heat and enjoy the season to the fullest.

1. Historical bike tour and wine tasting

Embark on an unforgettable cycling tour through Stellenbosch and into the stunning Jonkershoek Valley. Visit 2 wine estates nestled in the mountains where you can participate in a delicious wine and chocolate tasting and a cellar tour.

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2. Wine tasting safari

Jump aboard a Safari vehicle and join a wine-tasting safari tour in Stellenbosch. Visit 3 vineyards, sample award-winning wines, and take in the epic views.

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3. Bites & Sites walking food tour

Experience South African culture through the stories, the food and the architecture along the oak-lined streets of this historical town.

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4. Strawberry picking at Polkadraai farm

Picking strawberries at Polkadraai Farm is a fun, family-friendly experience in Stellenbosch. Known for its vibrant fields and rows of juicy strawberries, the farm allows visitors to pick their own berries directly from the plant, which means you can choose the ripest, freshest strawberries.

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5. Garden tour at Babylonstoren

The Garden Tour at Babylonstoren is a beautiful, immersive experience that lets you explore one of the most renowned gardens in South Africa.

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Further Reading

What is Wine Tasting? Tue October 14, 2025

The warm days, vineyard views, and swirling glasses can only mean one thing wine tasting season has officially begun in Stellenbosch. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned sipper, wine tasting is more than just drinking; it’s an experience that connects people to the land, the vines, and the story behind every bottle. But what exactly is wine tasting, and how can you make the most of it?

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A Step Back in Time at Soetmelksvlei Mon June 2, 2025

Soetmelksvlei is a meticulously recreated 1890s Cape farmstead located on the Babylonstoren estate between Paarl and Franschhoek in the Western Cape. Opened in mid-2024, this immersive experience transports visitors back to 1897, showcasing the self-sufficient lifestyle of Boland farmers during that era.

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Wine Farms Doing It Differently: Regenerative Farming & Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch Fri March 14, 2025

When we think about wine tasting in Stellenbosch, we often imagine rolling vineyards, elegant tasting rooms, and the clink of glasses under ancient oaks. But behind the scenes, some wine farms are doing more than just crafting world-class wines—they’re helping to regenerate the earth. Welcome to the world of regenerative farming and biodynamic wine growing, where sustainability isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a way of life. And the best part? You can...

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