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Explore Stellenbosch’s playground of wine, nature and culture

2y By Akhona Ndlela

For those who want to experience wine, nature, and culture all in one exciting place, Stellenbosch provides the ideal place for that.

Below, are some of the best places to visit in Stellenbosch, offering something for everyone, regardless of whether you’re a wine enthusiast or a nature lover, whether you would rather go for a hop-on-hop-off wine tractor, horseback rides along Ubuntu Horse Trails or even the much-loved Polkadraai Strawberry Farm.

Also, just ensure to confirm the availability and operation hours of each location in advance.

Polkadraai Strawberry Farm

Families or anyone wishing to savour fresh, local products will love Polkadraai, which is situated on the outskirts of Stellenbosch and provides an exciting day of strawberry picking, a great place for a peaceful, natural experience because you can also tour the farm.

 

Ubuntu Horse Trails

Ubuntu Horse Trails at Vredenheim provides guided horseback rides through vineyards, woodlands, and Stellenbosch’s scenic landscapes for a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience.

Wine Tractor

This one-of-a-kind experience lets you go on a tractor and take a leisurely tour of Stellenbosch’s vineyards with the meeting point at Eikendal wine estate, Eikendal Road. This activity allows experience different local wines without having to drive. The tractor includes stops at several wineries where you may get off and drink wines at your own pace.

 

Also see: Summer fun: Best water slide spots in Cape Town that kids will love

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