20 Things to do in Stellenbosch, South Africa Travel Guide
Join us as we visit Stellenbosch, South Africa showcasing the best things to do in Stellenbosch in this travel guide to the Cape Winelands region of the Western Cape. Our focus was of course touring around world class vineyards and wine farms in and around Stellenbosch; however, we also covered some of best outdoor activities and cultural experiences such as going on a vineyard segway tour, wine safari, visiting a township and eating a local Xhosa meal. Stellenbosch town has numerous attractions worth visiting and a wonderful cafe, restaurant and nightlife scene. Fortunately, we had a chance to explore on foot and bicycle to see a different side of town. Overall, our Stellenbosch travel guide covers sipping wine, gourmet eating and fun activities for couples, friends and/or families.
20 Things to do in Stellenbosch Travel Guide Playlist:
Intro to Stellenbosch, South Africa - 00:01
1) Cape Malay Dinner with wine and cupcakes at Delheim - 00:50
2) Wine and Fudge Pairing at Avontuur Estate - 01:12
3) Lunch at Blaauwklippen Family Market - 02:35
4) Braai and Wine Blending at Middelvlei Wine Estate - 04:08
5) Segway tour at Spier Wine Farm - 05:28
6) Lunch at Hoghouse BBQ & Bakery on Spier Wine Farm - 06:51
7) Walking Tour of Stellenbosch, South Africa - 07:11
8) Wine safari at Jordan Wines - 07:32
9) Kayamandi Township Tour - 08:46
10) Traditional Xhosa Meal - 09:16
11) Music and Drinks at Rebellion Courtyard Cafe - 10:03
12) Hiking in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve - 10:25
13) Biking tour of Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands - 11:20
14) Lunch at Lanzerac Wine Estate - 11:28
15) Vinegar tasting at Rozendal Farm - 11:41
16) Dinner at Delaire Graff Estate - 13:22
17) Brandy Tasting at Van Ryn - 13:39
18) Olive oil Tasting and Brunch at Tokara - 14:31
19) Sidecar tour of Stellenbosch, South Africa - 14:54
20) Lunch at The Bus Stop - 15:58
Outro to Stellenbosch, Western Cape - 19:11
Our visit Stellenbosch travel guide documentary covers some of the top attractions including a wine and food guide (best vineyards, farms, restaurants and food in the region), top adventure recreation and the city by day and night. We also cover off-the-beaten-path outdoor activities you won't find in a typical Stellenbosch tourism brochure or Stellenbosch, South Africa city tour.
Things to do in Stellenbosch, South Africa Travel Guide Video Transcript:
On our very first trip to South Africa we spent one day in Stellenbosch where we did a wine tour and hit up a total of 5 wineries. It was an action packed day but we knew we had only seen a fraction of what this place has to offer and we were itching to return! Fast forward two years, and we found ourselves with an invitation to come and experience Stellenbosch, this time with a week to spare. Naturally we said yes! This being the winelands meant that our itinerary was wine heavy, but we also got to see sample the food, visit the markets, check out the nightlife and get close to nature. The following is our travel guide to Stellenbosch, pour yourself a glass of wine, sit back, and join us on this ride!
In between all the feasting and vineyard hopping, we also found a bit of time to explore Stellenbosch itself. Stellenbosch is a charming town located in the Western Cape, and it’s the second oldest European settlement in the province after Cape Town. The streets are lined with oak trees, the buildings are all painted white, and you have a cool mix of Early Cape, Cape Dutch, and Victorian architecture.
And while Sam was off hiking, I did a biking tour of Stellenbosch with the Adventure Shop, where I learned a bit more about the town’s history, and got out in nature, before biking over to the Lanzerac Wine Estate where we met up with the group again. Here we had a light lunch featuring a spread of cheese, deli meats, fresh fruits, and of course, wine!
And just like that our week in Stellenbosch was over! I think it’s fair to say that we left a few pounds heavier, but with a newfound appreciation for South African wine and a taste of what the winelands have to offer. As always, we hope you enjoyed this travel guide and that it gave you a few ideas of things to do in Stellenbosch. If you have any other suggestions of cool things to see, eat, or experience, feel free to share those with travellers in the comments below. In the meantime we wish you happy travels and we’ll see you in Cape Town on our next video!
This is part of our Travel in South Africa video series showcasing South African food, South African culture, South African wine and South African cuisine.
This was part of the #Stellenblog campaign organized by Destinate.
Music in this video courtesy of Joakim Karud
Songs: Boost, Mondays, and Vibe With Me
Wine Trip to South-Africa ! Introduction
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Love, Style & Laugh - Corinne & Khoi - Wedding in Molenvliet, South Africa
De Bruxelles à Cape Town, Afrique du Sud. Corinne & Khoi rassemblent en un mariage plusieurs pays et plusieurs cultures. Beaucoup d'humour, des paysages magnifiques et beaucoup d'amour.
Assurément l'un des plus beaux mariages qu'il m'ait été donné de filmer.
Amazing photographer : Kobus Tollig
Fantastic video assistant : Casper De Lange from Lemonsquare Production
Busy and competent wedding planner : Kristin - IDO4U
Tremendous venue : Molenvliet
Knorhoek Chenin Blanc
Knorhoek is gelegen op de zuid / zuidwestelijke hellingen van de Simonsberg, op een hoogte van 200 m tot 380 m. De wijngaarden worden omringd door andere bekende landgoederen, zoals Kanonkop, Uitkuyk, Muratie, Delheim en Rustenberg en bevat soortgelijke terroir. De ligging van de wijngaarden biedt een breed scala aan opties met betrekking tot de keuze en plaatsing van verschillende druivensoorten.
Het hoge, zichtbare aspect van de boerderij zorgt ervoor dat de wijngaarden profiteren van de koele zeewind van de Atlantische Oceaan. Bovendien heeft de bodem veel potentie, waardoor de wijngaarden goed tegen ongunstige weersomstandigheden
bestand zijn. De bodems bestaan voornamelijk uit graniet en zijn geel tot roodbruin van kleur en bevatten natuurlijk zuur.
Vanwege de gunstige omstandigheden voor de productie van hoogwaardige wijnen, worden de rode wijnen gekenmerkt door weelderige roodfruit aroma’s met opvallende cassis en cedertinten. Deze wijnen hebben een goede structuur en rijpen uitzonderlijk goed. Tegelijkertijd worden de witte wijnen gekenmerkt door intense fruitige/vuursteenachtige smaken.
Knorhoek wordt gerund door de vijfde generatie van de familie Niekerk, de familie komt van oorsprong uit Nederland. De boerderij is gelegen op de hellingen van de Simonsberg in Stellenbosch.
Deze blend van Knorhoek wordt gemaakt van Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc en Pinotage druiven. De druiven worden geplukt als ze optimaal rijp zijn. Ze worden gefermenteerd in open cementen tanks. Malolactische gisting gebeurt in roestvrijstalen tanks en vervolgens rijpen ze in vaten. Deze wijn heeft delicaat zwart fruit met hints van mokka en rook. Op het palet zwarte bessen, bessen, mokka en vanille met sappige rijp fruit. Deze wijn gaat goed samen met rood vlees, wild, of pasta met tomaten.
Franschhoek Day 4
Chamonix, Boekenhoutskloof, Grande Provence, Mullineux, Paserene
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Day 7 What's Pinotage? Warwick, best Cab Sav?
Monday 16th January 2017 / Lundi 16 Janvier 2017
GLEN CARLOU, FAIRVIEW WINE AND CHEESE, WARWICK, KANONKOP
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Day 11 Keermont, De Trafford, Morgenster Somerset West
I had an amazing time at Keermont and De Trafford, I loved their wines, it was great to discover Somerset West and Morgenster too!
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Thelema, Tokara, Glenelly, Remhoogte Day 6
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Day 6 of wine tastings in South-Africa, January 14th 2017
Thelema, Tokara, Glenelly and Remhoogte
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Tiaan en Izelle Sneak Preview
Beautiful wedding filmed at Lanzerac in Stellenbosch.
Coexistence in Europe | EuroLargeCarnivores Intro Video
Different people from Europe share their experience on how to live close to large carnivores: From the Lower Tatra (Slovakia) where wolf, bear and lynx have been present throughout the past centuries, to areas in France and Germany where they have recently returned to.
International School of Kenya - Aerial Tour
Day 10 Meerlust, Ken Forrester, Haskell, Rust en Vrede, Good Hope
Day 10 in Stellenbosch with the visit of 5 wineries and the fantastic visit of the winery of Good Hope with the amazing wine producer Alex Dale
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VLOG || Mangwanani African Spa Zevenwacht || Girl in Spring
Had a lovely day at the spa with some of my closest friends!
Wayde van Niekerk wins the Gold Apartheid Denied his Mother | Foul Play
During apartheid, a promising sprinter named Odessa Swarts was unable to compete internationally. Now, her son Wayde van Niekerk is an Olympic champion.
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Day 8 Kaapzicht, Saxenburg, Jordan, DeMorgenzon, Mulderbosch
Day 8 VLOG SOUTH-AFRICA
Wineries visited: Kaapzicht, Saxenburg, Jordan, DeMorgenzon, Mulderbosch
Main topics:
What Viognier brings to Syrah in a blend?
Stellenboch and its appellation system
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Uhuru calls for West Africa flight ban review
President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday called for a review of the Ministry of Health and Kenya Airways decision to suspend flights to three Ebola ravaged West African nations.
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Christina Van Loveren Methode Cap Classique
Virtual Wine Tasting Clip: Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvigno
Wine Tasting Clip of Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2005, from the Virtual Wine Tasting Event, 'Christmas in London' held on 02 Dec 2006.
WINE: Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
VINTAGE: 2005
PRODUCER: Boekenhoutskloof
GRAPES: Cabernet Sauvignon
REGION: Franschhoek
COUNTRY: South Africa
ONE WORD: Intense
TASTING: Focused, with textbook varietal flavors of black currant and tobacco, followed by a smooth, smoky finish.
FOOD MATCH: Main Course Option 1 - Roast Turkey with crackling pork belly, roast root vegetables, chestnut stuffing, bread sauce and steamed seasonal greens.