Bike tours · SOUTH AFRICA
The 14 best south africa cycling tours you can book today, with what each costs, how far it goes and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Ride through central Cape Town with a local guide, stopping at Company’s Garden, Bo-Kaap, Green Point, St George’s Mall, and the Castle of Good Hope. The group is capped at eight, bikes and helmets are included, and private or e-bike upgrades may be available.
“Lucas was our guide. Friendly and knowledgeable. Learnt loads of history about Cape Town. Would highly recommend .”
Ride from Skilpadvlei Wine Estate through Stellenbosch’s vineyard country with a guide, stopping at two estates for wine tastings. Carlo and Kyle have led highly praised outings, but expect real cycling effort, uneven bikes, and no included lunch. Guests must be at least 16.
“Our guide Carlo was very knowledgeable about both wine and history and looked after all our needs like the perfect host.”
Cycle Cape Town’s Peninsula with guides such as Peter and Gideon on a private, adjustable road ride. Expect Chapman’s Peak, Boulders Beach penguins, Cape Point Ostrich Farm, coffee in Scarborough, and challenging climbs. Bring your own bike or arrange a rental, including an e-bike if needed.
“This bike tour is a MUST do while in Cape Town. It was the first activity I did and Ir gave me an excellent view point for all toner excursions. It’s the best way of cursing around the marvelous views on Cape Town. Our guide was right on time for the pick up and so friendly throughout the journey. I am not an expert at riding so I booked the E bike which Id recommend for anyone who isn’t a pro rider. I don’t think I would be able to be one with nature as much as I did on my trip if it wasn’t for this particular tour. Again…”
Spend four hours cycling Masiphumelele with a local Xhosa guide, perhaps Lutho, on an old-fashioned Dutch bicycle. Visit small businesses, a library, Sangomas, and a crèche, then share African food at a local home or restaurant. The small group is limited to eight people.
“De tour is indrukwekkend en de contrasten zijn enorm. Het gaf ons regelmatig een ongemakkelijk gevoel. Het besef om te weten hoe bevoorrecht we zijn maar ook een gevoel van schaamte. Er gaat ook veel hoop en kracht uit van de mensen om het voor zichzelf en hun kinderen beter te maken. We konden de gids alles vragen.”
Ride 15 to 20 kilometers through Franschhoek on a mountain e-bike with a local English-speaking guide. Visit Wildeberg Wines and Stony Brook Vineyards, learn about Huguenot history, and enjoy estate tastings. Guides such as Prince and Mandla are known for warm, personal tours.
“We had such an amazing winery tour with guide Prince! The weather was not in favor of us doing the tour on bike so the company called in the morning to ask if we would like to do the tour by car instead. The wines and wineries were great and our guide Prince made the experience extra enjoyable with his knowledge about the area. Great day all around!”
Join Patrick for a four-hour, small-group mountain bike ride from Table Mountain’s lower cableway station through Newlands, upper Kirstenbosch, Constantia Neck, and Constantia Valley. Expect modern bikes, steep climbs, single-track sections, varied surfaces, and views across Cape Town.
“A friend of mine and I had a great time with Patrick, cycling around the table mountain!”
Spend about seven hours cycling Franschhoek’s quiet vineyard roads with a private guide, bike, and helmet. Guides such as Skeezo and Melo lead tastings, cellar visits, and a winery lunch, while the route and distance can be adjusted for your group.
“Wow, wow, wow! What an amazing experience cycling through Franschhoek. Our guides Skeezo and Melo were so incredible. We are so full of gratitude and for the beautiful day we all shared. Amazing tour company, and I would look forward to doing another tour with them (Hike & Bike Cape Town)”
Ride a private electric bike tour through Stellenbosch’s Banhoek Valley with an accredited wine guide. You’ll travel quiet vineyard roads for 10 to 12 km, stop at Zorgvliet and Thelema for tastings, and return to Banhoek Lodge after four to five hours.
“We had a great time with Aunwa who is extremely knowledgable about wine! The only thing we wanted MORE riding...it was so much fun!!”
Ride mountain bikes through Stellenbosch’s wine country for about three and a half hours, stopping at Skilpadvlei and Neethlingshof for tastings. Your guide handles navigation, while children can use bikes, seats, a buggy, or enjoy a kids pairing. An e-bike and transfers cost extra.
“Trotz schlechten Wetters konnten wir eine kleine Radtour machen und für den restlichen Weg sind wir zum Auto gewechselt (was eine sehr gute Entscheidung unseres Guides war). Die Weingüter waren sehr schön und das Tasting sehr lustig. Auch unsere Tochter fand ihr Kiddies Tasting ganz toll”
Ride 7 kilometers through Wellington’s quiet vineyard roads, visit a historic cellar for a private tasting, and enjoy mountain views near the Hawequas range. Your private guide can adjust the day to your fitness, with a harder Welvanpas ride or a shady river walk after lunch.
“I had a fantastic half day mountain ride in the Botterlary Hills with Bevan. Beautiful views to the mountains behind Stellenbosch and across to False Bay. Bevan got the level just right for me and my slightly dodgy back, so not very techniRead more”
Ride through Franschhoek’s vineyards and farm roads on a private, four-and-a-half-hour tour with bike hire included. Your guide can adjust the route, with stops at Grand Provence, Mont Rochelle, La Bri Estate, and possibly Holden Manz. Expect wine tastings, chocolate pairings, and a farm-to-fork lunch stop.
“Matt was an excellent guide. He picked us up from our Cape Town hotel and drove us out to Franschhoek, pointing out landmarks and, as we got closer, vineyards. He gave us a brief history of winemaking in South Africa, and led us on thick-tRead more”
Ride a mountain e-bike through historic Franschhoek and its vineyards with an English-speaking guide such as Tim or Max. In four hours, you’ll visit two listed wine estates, tour old and modern cellars, and enjoy wine tastings, mountain views, water, fruit, and peanuts.
“Vi är mycket nöjd med vår tur. Vår guide Tim var hjälpsam och trevlig. Var även intresserad och kunnig på vin.”
Ride a mountain e-bike through the quiet Banghoek Valley with an English-speaking guide such as Prince or Tim. The 4.5-hour outing covers 10 to 12 kilometers, two winery visits, wine tastings, cellar stops, and views toward the Stellenbosch mountains.
“What a perfect day! Luckily I met Tim the tour guide and he showed me super nice places and ares, was driven along stunning outlooks and had so much fun the whole time. Was my first ebike tour and I already miss the time and would book it againand again; Tim has an superbe background and if you like you‘ll learn about culture, history, people and for sure expand your wine experience. Definitely a must to as it is something you won‘t forget. Thanks, Tim for that perfect day out in Stellenbosch/Simonsberg area!”
Join Gideon for a private 45-kilometre mountain-bike ride from Constantia Neck across Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch, Newlands Forest, and Signal Hill. Expect 1,108 metres of climbing, rocky jeep tracks, single-track sections, hotel pickup, park entry, and optional e-bikes.
“Great experience with a good guide. Individual tour around the Table mountain. Early start because of the extreme expected heat today. The way back was for a significant part in the shade. Gideon explained a lot and shared good information. Good adaptation to my skills on the mountainbike. We also had some time to enjoy the marvelous views going around the Table mountain including taking pictures. Certainly recommended tour, but MTB experience is necessary, including the ability to withstand the heat.”
Gravel or tarmac, a motor or your own legs, a guide or a route on the phone.
