About this Tour
Take advantage of local expertise by joining our multi-day guided tour, ensuring you make the most of your mountain Biking holiday. This six-day Mountain biking holiday takes you from Cape Town to Oak Valley. Exploring off the beaten track of Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and the Winelands areas, finishing at Oak Valley, an iconic Cape Epic race village. Nowhere else in our country will you get a more diverse ride for your penny than in the Western Cape.
Table Mountain, one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Africa, is the starting point of our 6 day & 5 night mountain biking adventure. This package includes seven moderates to difficult rides. One within the iconic Table Mountain National Park and fives within the Cape Wineland and Overberg region. Designed by a Mountain biker for Mountain bikers, our routes are a combination of jeep and single track, with one key element in common: a wealth of great riding set within truly stunning scenery. Strap on your helmet, adjust your gear and get ready to pedal through an exhilarating mountain biking holiday with Cape Town Mountain Biking tour. Every trail tells a story, and every summit marks an achievement. In essence, it encourages us to appreciate the entirety of our journey, including both the smooth trail and the challenging hills. Technical single and steep jeep tracks will provide an exciting challenge designed for moderate to fit mountain bikers.
6 Day MTB Cape Town To Oak Valley
- Fitness Level Difficult
- Technical Level Difficult
- Tour Duration:Â 6 Day & 5 Night
- Number of Riders:Â 2 to 6
- Distance:Â 250km
- Average Daily Distance:Â 41km
- Total Accent:Â 5098m
- Terrain: Cross country, single and jeep track
- Depart Time:Â NA
- Return Time:Â NA
Rates
| Rate Options | Euro |
| Price Per Person | € 2,279,00 |
| Group of 3 to 4 Persons | € 1,716,00 |
| Group of 5 to 6 Persons | € 1,255,00 |
| Single Supplement | € 288,00 |
| Rate Options | Dollar |
| Price Per Person | $2,272.00 |
| Group of 3 to 4 Persons | $1,700.00 |
| Group of 5 to 6 Persons | $1,250.00 |
| Single Supplement | $312.00 |
| Rate Options | Pound |
| Price Per Person | £2,000.00 |
| Group of 3 to 4 Persons | £1,400.00 |
| Group of 5 to 6 Persons | £1,100.00 |
| Single Supplement | £243.00 |
| Rate Options | Rand |
| Price Per Person | ZAR 44,800.00 |
| Group of 3 to 4 Persons | ZAR 33,800.00 |
| Group of 5 to 6 Persons | ZAR 25,800.00 |
| Single Supplement | ZAR 5900.00 |
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Meet and greet our tour guide and transfer to Table Mountain.
Cradled by Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town offers a rich historical heritage, scenic splendor, and a kaleidoscope of color, activity, and excitement.
Playground par excellence Table Mountain staged the Cape Epic prologue many times over. Perfect location for the start of our multi-day mountain bike tour. The first part of our journey takes us on a short but exciting 30 km of mixed-track conditions all the way to Tokai Forest. Starting at the Table Mountain lower cable car station. The tared road soon become dirt, descending towards Cape Town University. The first 15 kilometers are a short but exciting ride along the mountain. A couple of steep, loose descents and technical sections will test your bravery and skill in equal measure. Soon, riding above Rhodes Memorial, Groote Schuur Estate, and Cecilia Forest before reaching the suburban trail of Constantia Greenbelt. The trails along the greenbelt offer a little bit of everything, from the odd dip into a fully covered forest to a smooth, manicured trail. Reaching late in the morning, Tokai favorite cyclists’ light lunch and coffee at “Bootlegger”.
The second part of our day starts with a gradual ascent up the flanks of the Constantiaberg. The moderate incline of the trail soon becomes a steep climb through sections of pine plantations before getting into the contour path. The wide-open spaces allow you to take in views of the Cape Flats, False Bay and Cape Point before reaching the Silvermine Nature Reserve. The Silvermine Nature Reserve, which forms part of Table Mountain National Park, is home to more than 900 species of mountain Fynbos, some of which are found nowhere else in the world. From here, it’s another rough and rocky downhill jeep track section crossing over to the west side of the peninsula. You will be brave enough to leave the brakes alone! Soon, you will be reaching Noordhoek and your overnight accommodation. A good first day on the saddle, with a 50 km mark.
Overnight in Noordhoek
Lunch and dinner are excluded.
* Tokai Mountain biking trail.
* Silvermine Mountain biking trail.
* Table Mountain biking trail.
* Green Belt and Constantia Mountain biking trail.
Day 1
- Fitness Level Difficult
- Technical Level Moderate
- Distance:Â 51km
- Terrain:Â Jeep track & single track
Early breakfast. Today we cycle from your hotel to Hout Bay via the 10-kilometer scenic coastal tarred road of Chapman’s Peak. Followed by a 45-minute vehicle transfer taking us from Hout Bay to the Cape Winelands “Bottelary Hills Conservancy.” Situated 30km away from Stellenbosch, the Bottelary Hills Concervancy has over 130km of trail network, including 42 kilometers of single tracks. The area is a paradise for cross-country mountain biking enthusiasts. Our ride to Stellenbosch covers 30km with approximately 1000m of positive climb and can be challenging. Game such as caracal, grysbok, grey duiker, porcupine, cape foxes, and otters still roam naturally. The hallmark of the trails is the scenic beauty and incredible views of the Cape Winelands, Table Mountain, False Bay, and other surrounding areas. All on natural terrain, this carefully planned route offers a good mix of technical and flowy single tracks. Finally, reaching Stellenbosch, a biker’s and wine lover’s paradise. Consequently, we well deserve a midday lunch break before our Jonkershoek Valley afternoon leg. Everyone who has ridden Jonkershoek will tell you that it’s one of the best places they’ve ever ridden. However, anyone who hasn’t ridden Jonkershoek has heard of it. The Absa Cape Epic events use Jonkershoek as part of their race routes every year. In a region of mountain biking riches, Jonkershoek shines brightest as it is a World Heritage Site. The vegetation is primarily mountain fynbos. The mountain bike trails vary from exposed and sunny to forested and shady. Our single-track switchback ascent takes us up the northern side of the valley towards Twin Peaks. Finally, reaching contour 5, fire road, heading south along the sky traverse down with never-ending story across the valley floor before our final climb of the day. It’s as challenging going up as going down, each of which consumes a lot of energy and isn’t home until it’s done.
 Overnight in Stellenbosch
Lunch and dinner are excluded.
* Mountain biking Bottelary Conservancy trails
* Chapman’s Peak coastal ride
* Mountain biking Jonkershoek Nature Valley trailsÂ
* Stellenbosch
Day 2
- Fitness Level Difficult
- Technical Level Moderate
- Distance:Â 51km
- Terrain:Â Jeep track & single track
Morning free to explore the picturesque town of Stellenbosch. With its charming character, historic architecture and oak-lined avenues, it is a must to visit on anyone’s itinerary. The first farms were allocated before the end of 1679 and the village was formally established in 1685. It is the second-oldest town in South Africa.
As the midday oppressive heat settles, we crank up into cloud country for our first killer climb of the day through shady pine plantations up the north slopes of Jonkershoekberg. Plenty of switchbacks all the way up to the sky traverse 500m above sea level. The reward is just amazing, and what better way to start our first descent down the Banhoek valley along a curvaceous excess of whipped dirt zigzag. You may want to get one of your fellow riders check your pulse. In the valley, rocky trails await before crossing over the Dwarsrivier. Stunning valley view’s towards the Banhoek peaks keep your mind off the ascent as you approach the Nick Nack single-track and into fynbos heaven. Expect a few rock obstacles as you power up the zigzags onto a contour traverse. Then through the game fence gate, before dropping down the valley with ess-bends and sweeping curves, you better pin your ears back. Follows by the game trail, you are likely to ride alongside Eland and Oryx. Lastly, a few fast and flat kilometers of single and jeep track finally arriving at Boschendal luxury accommodation for a well- deserved rest. Five-star hospitality and a gourmet restaurant accompanied by world-class wines from the estate! Â
Overnight at Boschendal
Lunch and dinner excluded.
* Stellenbosch historical town
* Sky fall single mountain biking trail
* Banhoek concervancy mountain biking trail
Day 3
- Fitness Level Difficult
- Technical Level Moderate
- Distance:Â 35km
- Terrain:Â Jeep track and single track
Early morning healthy breakfast before getting into action. Today’s ride starts from our accommodation heading up the lower slope of the Simonsberg. The opening climbs through the vineyards provide a great warm-up in the cool morning before reaching the traverse. The views along the way, as well as the drop- down towards the vineyards are worth every effort. The single-track contours at about 500m above sea level and reveals a beautiful view over the Paarl and Franschoek Valleys. Some nice stream crossings with crystal clear water to drink. Riding through exquisite fynbos areas, wild olive tree and Proteas before plummeting down the valley on a single track to connect with our vehicle. Follows by a short 20-minute transfer to the start of our next MTB trail toward the Franschhoek valley. Following the course of the Berg River and crossing it! Expect a rollicking ride on the banks of the Berg River Dam. There is no denying that it is a pretty spectacular place to ride. Although maybe not as manicured as any of the other MTB trails, but it definitely gives a serious feeling of adventure when you are dwarfed by massive mountains all around you. Arriving mid-afternoon in Franschhoek.
 Overnight in Franschhoek
Lunch and dinner are excluded.
* Boschendal mountain biking trails
* Franschhoek Mountain biking trails
* River crossing
Day 4
- Fitness Level Moderate
- Technical Level Moderate
- Distance:Â 34 km
- Terrain:Â Jeep track & single track & river crossing
Be buoyed by the knowledge that today’s ride is the longest of all six days and not the easiest!Â
No mountain bike experience would be complete without a visit to Oak Valley estate mountain bike trails. Nestled in the shadow of the Groenlandberg mountain, Oak Valley Estate plays host to the Absa Cape Epic for the ninth time in eighteen editions, and it is no surprise that the iconic estate has welcomed the Untamed African Mountain Bike Race to its trails on so many occasions. Set the scene for a challenging day ahead.
Healthy breakfast followed by a short transfer to the top of the Franschhoek pass, for a scenic tarmac warm-up ride of 8km down to the purgatory, entering the Theewaterskloof nature reserve.
The track around the dam is gentle and undulating, a variety of antelopes may be spotted, as well as Eland and Cape Mountain Zebra. Conservative riding is best; don’t beat yourself up here as the main course of the day is still to come! We will have a short transfer of 30mn with the minibus to the start of our next MTB trail alongside the Groenlandberg nature reserve. The rich and diverse fauna and flora of the region make this an interesting route, with the many natural obstacles adding to the challenge.
The mountain bike trail will follow the track of an old wagon road linking the two valleys. As you gain altitude and test your fitness, the magnificent view down below reveals the valley. From the top of the pass, it is all down. Grab the handlebars! Some sections require technical ability and prudence. Our lunch stop will be on route. To make sure all your lunch calories are burnt; we have left you a couple more climbs going across the valley Hills above Eikenhof Dam and sections of the famous A-to-Z trails. What comes up must come down, and tricky descents are on the menu as the course weaves down the valleys to our final overnight destination. Â
Lunch and dinner are excluded.
* Theewaterskloof nature reserve
* Historical old wagon road
* Oak Valley mountain biking trail
* A to Z mountain biking trail
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Day 5
- Fitness Level Difficult
- Technical Level Moderate
- Distance:Â 60km
- Terrain:Â Jeep track & Single track
Early breakfast, today’s ride takes us up the Elgin Valley, climbing into the upper reaches of the famous A to Z trails, before being treated to views across the plateau and down the historic Gantouw Pass. The Gantouw Pass was, for centuries, the only access route into Elgin from the west. Initially, Khoi San herders used the portal to move cattle between grazing grounds and to trade with early European sea farers. Then, in more recent times, ox wagons were dragged up the pass as the settlers sought out new lands in the interior. A World heritage site the Gantouw Pass has a mandatory portage. Arriving early in the afternoon at our final destination after six exhilarating mountain biking days.Â
Lunch excluded.Â
* A to Z mountain bike trail
* Gantouw Pass
Day 6
- Fitness Level Moderate
- Technical Level Difficult
- Distance:Â 16km
- Terrain:Â Jeep track, single track and porterage.
The Tour Route
Meet and greet by our tour guide and transfer to your accommodation in Cape Town.
Cradled by Table Mountain, Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town offers a rich historical heritage, scenic splendor, a kaleidoscope of color, activity and excitement.
1 of 6 D2Early breakfast, we will ride in the cool morning and tour with the minibus in the afternoon. Your mountain bike excursion will take you from Signal Hill along the steep slope of Table Mountain National Park and through the exclusive suburb of Constantia green belt.
2 of 6 D3Breakfast and ride through the picturesque town of Stellenbosch, with its charming character, historic architecture and oak-lined avenues, it is a must to visit on anyone’s itinerary. The first farms were allocated before the end of 1679 and the village was formally established in 1685.
3 of 6 D4Healthy breakfast, transfer to the top of the Franschhoek pass, for a scenic ride down the purgatory into the Theewaterskloof nature reserve. The track in the reserve is gentle and undulating, a variety of antelopes may be spotted as well as Eland and Cape Mountain Zebra.
4 of 6 D5Be buoyed by the knowledge that today’s ride is the longest of all seven days and not the easiest!Â
No mountain bike experience will be complete without an assault on the Groenlandberg mountain. Out of the Valley the Groenlandberg sets the scene for a challenging day.
5 of 6 D6Early breakfast, today’s ride will take us to the valley of Hemel en Aarde situated on the outskirt of the town of Hermanus. The trails will follow the Botriver valley that links the four historic cottages on Bot river farm before going over the mountain.
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Customer Feedback
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Excellent Mtb tour with excellent guide! I recommend to anybody! Perfect way to discover Table Mountain and parts of Cape Town! 
Destination827198
14 February 2023
