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South Africa’s Western Cape is a dream destination for adventurous mountain bikers. We take you to this beautiful area with the world famous Cape Epic Trails in the Cape Town area. Experience a fascinating mix of cultures, enjoy unprecedentedly beautiful nature, outdoor activities and culinary highlights at beautiful wine estates.

The South Africa MTB Experience are Exclusive Events that you can participate in with your cycling friends, partner, mountain bike club or through a retailer.

This 8-day tour is an unforgettable experience. You get to cycle 8 of the best trails in the Cape Winelands. Many of these have been included in the world-famous Cape Epic! The cyclist all stay in the luxurious Yebo Boutique Guesthouse. Here you will get to relax next to the pool after a good day cycling or visit a local beach only a short drive away.

A typical day on this event starts with a scrumptious breakfast while the guides gets the bikes ready. After the safety briefing, we set off to the trail. Most of the trails are situated on wine estates, so half-way we get to stop for refreshments at on of the estate restaurants and finish the ride thereafter. The evening entertainment entails either a braai (BBQ) at the guesthouse of a booking at one of the top restaurants in the area.

MTB Trail paradise

There are about 850km of MTB trails within a radius of 35km. Here you will zig-zag on switchbacks, tackle climbs with incredible views, and enjoy downhill flow trails with exciting curve combinations.

Local guides

Adventurous, safe, and social are the core values of our events. With our local professional and certified guides, you are guaranteed to get the most out of your 10-day South Africa Mountain Bike Experience.

Adventurous activities

In the country that ranks No.1 in outdoor activities, the possibilities are almost endless. From ziplining to whale watching, shark cage diving, and a shooting range where you can try your hand at a .50-caliber sniper rifle. You can climb Lion’s Head at sunset and watch the city lights switch on in Cape Town at the end of an impressive last day.

Culinary experiences

In South Africa, hospitality is written with a capital letter. Eating out is a real pleasure. There are countless options for lunch and dinner. You will visit Idiom and Longridge, as well as casual bars such as Fancy Franks and De Brasserie on the edge of False Bay.

Luxurious accommodation

You will have to unpack your suitcase only once, and that is at YEBO Boutique Guesthouse. Exclusively reserved for mountain bikers only during the event weeks of the SA MTB Experience. YEBO is different, a Feel-Good Experience with a special vibe. The atmosphere is exclusive, without being over the top. The guesthouse features an outdoor patio with a braai, pizza oven and bar.

INCLUDED
Luxury Bed & Breakfast All transfers
Guide Entry fees to trails
EXCLUDED
Some drinks Lunch & dinner
Bike rental
Flights
PRICE Starting from R40 000 per person including accommodation
FITNESS LEVEL Intermediate to advanced (E-Bike rental on request)
WHAT TO BRING Cycling gear. (MTB rental on request)
BASIC SKILLS Most of the trails have technical sections so mountain biking skills are necessary.
EXTRA INFO Please see Tour website
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Tour highlights:

  • Cycle over 450km of world class mountain bike trails
  • Experience the local culture and Cape cuisine
  • Stay in the luxury Yebo Boutique Guesthouse in Somerset West
  • Discover the beauty of the Cape’s fauna and flora

Additional information

Age18+

Day 1: Boschendal MTB Trails (Stellenbosch/Franshoek)

1

6:30 AM: Pick up from guesthouse

2

7:30 AM: Start cycling

3

11:30 AM: Freshen Up

4

12:30 PM: Lunch & winetasting in Franschhoek

5

2:00 PM: Visit Franschhoek Motor Museum

Day 2: Rhebokskloof & Spice Route MTB Routes

1

6:30 AM: Pick up from guesthouse

2

7:30 AM: Start cycling

3

11:30 AM: Freshen Up

4

12:30 PM: Lunch at Spice Route

5

2:00 PM: Chocolate, wine & beer tasting at Spice Route

Day 3: Jonkershoek Nature Reserve (Stellenbosch)

1

6:30 AM: Pick up from guesthouse

2

7:30 AM: Start cycling

3

11:30 AM: Freshen Up

4

12:30 PM: Lunch & winetasting

5

2:00 PM: Sightseeing in Stellenbosch

Day 4: Hoogekraal & Contermanskloof MTB Trails (Durbanville)

1

6:30 AM: Pick up from guesthouse

2

7:30 AM: Start cycling

3

11:30 AM: Freshen Up

4

12:30 PM: Lunch & winetasting in Durbanville Wine Routes

5

2:00 PM: Sightseeing in Cape Town

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