Top Things to do in Overberg District
The 10 Best Walking Tours in Overberg District, Western Cape
Discover the best top things to do in Overberg District, South Africa including Full-Day Hemel-en-Aarde Valley Wine and Hermanus Whale Coast Private Tour, 4Venture Full Day OffRoad Picnic, OVERBERG WINE WALK (2 people), Wine Walk Overberg, 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria, Guided Walk at Phillipskop, 3 Day Adventure - Hike and Wine Pilates, Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2021, 7-Day Garden Route, Winelands and Addo Small Group Combo Tour from Cape Town , 3 Day Adventure - Hike and Wine Pilates.
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1. Full-Day Hemel-en-Aarde Valley Wine and Hermanus Whale Coast Private Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a private tour through the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and along the Cape Whale Coast. Explore a local vineyard, where you will not only have marvelous views of the coastline, but you will also get to sample some incredible local wines. Next, visit Hermanus for amazing views of the ocean and during whale season (June to November) you can possibly see whales in the bay from the cliffside pathways. Stop at Stony Point Nature Reserve to see the colony of wild African penguins and travel along the scenic Clarence Drive to return to Cape Town.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Local English-speaking professional tour guide, Wine and chocolate pairing, Glass bottled water
Exclusions: Meals and drinks, unless specified, Additional drinks, Optional activities, including boat-based whale watching cruise (approximately R800) and tapas pairing (approximately R400)
Reviewed By AlbertoVanzetto
Great trip! TK was so helpful and always available to help. The hostels we stayed in were amazing and the activities even better, I strongly suggest the elephant walk, bungee jumping and sandboarding.
2. 4Venture Full Day OffRoad Picnic
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
It is an intimate trip through some of the most beautiful nature South Africa has to offer. You get to see the incredible variety of our local fynbos and learn about the history of the Elgin area. There is no other way to experience this precious corner of the world in such and intimate and personal way. Groups are kept small (2-8 people) to ensure exclusive interaction. This is also child friendly! Ages 4 and up.
Inclusions: Guests receive snacks and refreshments at stops during the tour and end the day with a delicious cheese platter and 3 course picnic lunch with wine tasting, supplied locally by SALT.
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3. OVERBERG WINE WALK (2 people)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
An exploration of the valley nestling between the Babylonstoring and Kleinrivierberge Mountain ranges. Many of the wine estate owners have set apart tracts of their land as part of a conservancy to create corridors within the region that protect the indigenous fynbos. A relatively easy meander in the Hemel & Aarde Valley. Enjoying open farmland, horse & berry farms, as well as orchards and of course vineyards. A great opportunity to sample award wining wines of the Overberg Wine Region. Visiting La Vierge Vineyards and Bosman Family vineyards . Walk ends at the magnificent Sumaridge and includes a 3 tasting experiences and a cheese/charcuterie platter.
Inclusions: Light refreshments, Professional guide - history, flowers, birds, wine, Generous cheese and charcuterie platter, Coffee and/or Tea, Wine tasting at Sumaridge Wine Estate, Bottled water
Exclusions: transport to and from Sumaridge Wine Estate, taxi can be arranged, wine purchases
Reviewed By Heloisef
What a fantastic experience! We travelled to Hermanus for a girls weekend amidst the Covid 19 drama (obviously before lockdown was even announced), we really considered canceling but it was the best decision to go! Gillian and Ralph were exceptional hosts from the initial booking. They were able to accommodate our specific requests without any complaints. Their knowledge of the area and plant life on our walks were amazing. The whole trip was a once in a lifetime experience, we visited stunning wine farms, walked through the most beautiful surroundings and ate like absolute kings (or queens in our case). Even though our plans changed daily with new rules implemented for Covid 19, they were able to roll with this and change around things to make sure we still had a fabulous time. I will highly recommended this trip to anyone that loves wine, lives nature and just likes experiencing the best our country has to offer.
4. Wine Walk Overberg
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
An exploration of the valley nestling between the Babylonstoring and Kleinrivierberge Mountain ranges. Many of the wine estate owners have set apart tracts of their land as part of a conservancy to create corridors within the region that protect the unique indigenous fynbos. The walk is interesting and varied, along single tracks and country lanes, with beautiful mountain scenery and farmland. Encompassing vineyards and orchards, horse paddocks and farms in what is aptly called the" Heaven & Earth" valley. We start at La Vierge with a chocolate & nougat wine tasting while enjoying an awesome view of the valley below. From there its a mostly downhill jaunt /wobble through a protea farm to the Frame House of Bosman Family Vineyards. The ramble continues through a horse farm , orchards and vineyards to Sumaridge Estate. Here we enjoy an excellent platter with their superb wine at the trail end.
Inclusions: We brew fresh tea or coffee on route, Wine tastings at La Vierge, Bosman Hermanus and Sumaridge, Sumaridge offers a variety of sumptuous platters that are wonderful as a lunch
Exclusions: Private transportation
Reviewed By Daveyt1969
We had a fantastic day with Ralph and Gilly who guided us on the Kogelburg Trail. Their knowledge of plants, animals, insects and geology is outstanding, they are super passionate about nature and are able to pass this across in the most engaging way. We (Danel my wife and myself), picked up so much- plantlife especially, all through the most scenic of walks. Ralph and Gill met us at 7.15 prompt and drove us from the meeting point to the reserve (we were a group of 2 so could fit), then at stops around the trail brewed coffee and also provided two large bottles of water each and a fantastic packed lunch. The trail is long so you need to be fairly fit, but the pace was comfortable-the scenery takes your mind off any aches! Ralph and Gill offer a lot of shorter walks and different options, we are super tempted to book a wine walk as well! They are super organised and very accommodating-we booked at short notice, though I would suggest to book early as we were lucky they could accommodate us. We are looking at a whale tour for the future. Nothing but praise to give!
5. 20-Day Kruger to Cape Town Adventure Accommodated Tour from Pretoria
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore South Africa, Swaziland and Lesotho on this exciting accommodated adventure tour. Visit the Panorama Route, game drive with the opportunity to see the Big 5 in Kruger and Addo Elephant National Park. Discover diverse cultures of the Swazi, Zulu and Basotho tribes, cruise the pristine waters of St Lucia, visit Durban's rugged beaches and discover the magical Garden Route.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Fully equipped safari vehicle , Accommodation as specified and cooking equipment , All road tolls and vehicle taxes , All ground transportation , Meals as indicated , Services of two crew , Panorama Route , 2 days, Kruger NP, Game Drives * , Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary , Royal Enclosure/ Swaziland Village , St Lucia Boat Cruise * , Sani pass excursion * , Battlefields , Royal National park , Drakensberg Mountains , Mountain Zebra National Park, Game Drive , Addo Elephant NP, Game Drives , Garden Route , Cango Caves, Visit* , Cape Agulhas , Wine Tasting
Exclusions: Adventure Pass Activities and Excursions (optional/ USD 270.00pp)*, Visas , Flights, Travel insurance , Departure taxes , Airport transfers , Optional activities , Drinks, tips , Items of a personal nature
Reviewed By bookeric
TLDR; this is a tremendous experience for the adventurous traveler; if you have an open mindset about meeting new people, enjoy hiking and the outdoors, and don't mind an occasionally rough ride, this is an incredible trip and well worth your time. Having never traveled outside the US, I wanted to go big on my first solo trip with the 62-day excursion from Pretoria to Nairobi. Since it was such an extensive trip, I was looking for the most value for my time, based on price, activities, and safety. I backpack often, so beyond basic comfort was not a priority for me, which turned out to be a good mindset to adopt since we camped nearly the entire trip, & rode in a truck with no AC (Namibia gets hot!). Tip - be ready to retrieve the rain fly for your tent during unexpected 3 AM rain showers! However, nearly all of the sites we stayed at had the option to upgrade from camping to comfortable indoor accommodations, which was a nice option to take advantage of occasionally. Once we reached our site for the night, we began our daily rotating duties, which included helping to cook, clean the truck, and do dishes, which I think added to the experience and helped bond our fellow tourists. Traveling solo, I felt safe at all times with our guides, drivers, and locations. My trip was split between two guides, Crispen, then Pete, and they were great company that looked out for us and kept us safe and informed about everything around us. Our guides were familiar with the paths and knew everyone at our destinations. Nothing surprised them. Our drivers were impressive as well, with Harmony and Francis keeping us safe on the often-tumultuous African roads. Navigating both urban and off-road environments in our trucks was no easy task, and Francis even proved his mechanic skills during the occasional break-down. The variety of locations we stayed at were simply incredible. From Cape Town to the deserts of Namibia, the Okavango Delta to Zanzibar Island, the mixture of urban and remote landscapes couldn't have been better. We saw every animal you can imagine. On a trip like this, an open mindset is key. Traveling for two months with strangers can go any number of ways, but due to this trip, I now have lifelong friends scattered across the globe that I can't wait to visit. This wasn't just a vacation, it was a lasting, eye-opening experience that I believe everyone should try if possible. I can't recommend this trip enough. I wish I could go back to January and do it all over again.
6. Guided Walk at Phillipskop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Experience a guided walk of Phillipskop with an expert on the fynbos that makes this part of the world unique. Chris is a recognised world authority on the Cape flora but his knowledge goes beyond that to cover the birds, animals and geology of the Phillipskop and the Klein River Mountains as well. He is also able to share insight into Phillipskop Cave, a unique heritage site as it is the only recorded location for rock art on the Cape Whale Coast. The walk is manageable for all ages and requires only a standard level of fitness. The length of the walk is 4km, mostly level but with a short uphill stretch at the end to reach the cave (optional). You will see plants only known from the mountains of the south-western Cape, learn about the animals and birds that are protected within the reserve, and understand more about the history of the people who inhabited the Cape before the Europeans arrived.
Inclusions: Certified experienced guide
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Reviewed By RSchuhbauer
Very basic accommodation, broken toilet seat, unacceptable toilet brush, general disappointment re the hygiene.
7. 3 Day Adventure - Hike and Wine Pilates
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
We love hiking and we love wine. Hermanus has many exciting hiking trails and exquisite vineyards. Imagine Yosemite's mountains, Malibu's beaches and Napa Valley's wines and you have the perfect mix to create a hiking and wine adventure. Let us take you on a 3 day hiking and wine adventure along our rugged coastline, through the Cape floral kingdom and into the aptly named Hemel en Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley. We have chosen some of our favourite hikes and will introduce you to our winemaking friends. September - November is Southern Right whale season and hiking along the Cliff Path walk is the perfect way to spot them. The rest of the year Brydes whales, dolphins, seals and sometimes orcas can be spotted. We will also take you to walk amongst a colony of African penguins. All finished off each day with pilates by the pool, a great way to stretch after a days hiking, and a delicious meal.
Inclusions: Includes 2 breakfasts, Includes 2 dinners; a traditional braai and bobotie. Wine and soft drinks are included., includes 2 picnic lunches, Private transportation, Snacks
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Reviewed By Anja E
We spent very wonderful days at Fionas beautiful house, we were indulged by her with lovely south african meals and surprised with a picnique in the mountains after a relaxing walk through the finebos. We got to known wineyards all offside mainstream tourism. I highly appreciated the combination of activity, food, wine and nature with the warmth of the host! Thank you again!!
8. Whale Watching Walking Tours (Land-Based) - from JUNE 2021
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 54 reviews
Open from JUNE 2021 WHALE WATCHING WALKING TOURS - in Hermanus, South Africa - - Whale Watching Walking Tours of Hermanus take you on a gentle walk along our very scenic paved walk-ways of the pretty coastal cliff tops for 2 to 3 hours, with our experienced Whale Watching Tour Guide who will take you to all the hidden coves and inlets that the Whales love to frolic in and due to the cliffs being vertical, means that the Whales can literally be only a few metres away from you. A visit to our Whale museum will start the tour. (Entrance fee included in your tour fee). The location schedule will take in 5 to 7 separate spots that are 2 to 4 kms apart so you will travel to each spot by luxury 7 seater kombi minibus (larger vehicles available) and then wander around each location. Tours are conducted at any time of the day that suits you. MINIMUM group size is = 2 persons
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Private transportation, Tour Guide / Chauffeur
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Reviewed By 69wynandm
Me and my wife did a tour of the wine farms in Hermanus with Percy, and it was great. He's knowledgeable, friendly, well known and liked by the wine farm staff. Car ride felt safe and everything was clean, efficient and maintained. Would definitely recommend if you want a guided tour where you can relax and enjoy yourself.
9. 7-Day Garden Route, Winelands and Addo Small Group Combo Tour from Cape Town
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 14 reviews
Set your sense of adventure free on this week-long adventure along the south eastern coast of South Africa from Cape Town. Explore this coastal paradise with an experienced guide: hike in old-growth forests, see endangered animals in wildlife reserves and National Parks, canoe through pristine waters, surf at Jeffreys Bay and relax on white sand beaches. Taste local wines in the famed Cape Winelands and venture down south along the coastal Cape Whale Route to reach the most southern tip of Africa at Cape Agulhus. A combination of guided trips and optional activities -including bungy jumping and waterfall zip-lining - allows you to tailor this trip to your taste for adventure.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Local English-speaking professional tour guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, MCC tasting and wine paring with chocolate tasting, Wilderness Canoe hire fee, Safari tour of Addo Elephant National Park, Adventure tour of Cango Cave and Ostrich Farm tour, Route 62 wine tasting
Exclusions: Lunch, dinner and drinks, unless specified, Optional Hermanus Whale cruise (about R800 per person), Optional Sea Kayak in Hermanus (about R400 per person), Optional 4x4 Buffelsdrift bush drive (about R400 per person), Optional Elephant Educational Bush Walk (about R435 per person), Optional Bungee jump & zipline (about R1400 per person) or Waterfall Zipline (about R500 per person)
Reviewed By AlbertoVanzetto
Great trip! TK was so helpful and always available to help. The hostels we stayed in were amazing and the activities even better, I strongly suggest the elephant walk, bungee jumping and sandboarding.
10. 3 Day Adventure - Hike and Wine Pilates
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 6 reviews
We love hiking and we love wine. Hermanus has many exciting hiking trails and exquisite vineyards. Imagine Yosemite's mountains, Malibu's beaches and Napa Valley's wines and you have the perfect mix to create a hiking and wine adventure. Let us take you on a 3 day hiking and wine adventure along our rugged coastline, through the Cape floral kingdom and into the aptly named Hemel en Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley. We have chosen some of our favourite hikes and will introduce you to our winemaking friends. September - November is Southern Right whale season and hiking along the Cliff Path walk is the perfect way to spot them. The rest of the year Brydes whales, dolphins, seals and sometimes orcas can be spotted. We will also take you to walk amongst a colony of African penguins. All finished off each day with pilates by the pool, a great way to stretch after a days hiking, and a delicious meal.
Inclusions: Includes 2 breakfasts, includes 2 picnic lunches, Includes 2 dinners; a traditional braai and bobotie. Wine and soft drinks are included., Snacks, Private transportation
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Reviewed By Suffolkadventurer
Fiona hosted a fantastic trip to this part of the Cape. She found us 3 beautiful hikes across hills, over cliffs and to a waterfall, all wonderfully interspersed with great vineyards and wines to sample. She’s got a range of hikes that she knows to suit every level of fitness. The Pilates is run from her own well equipped studio. Her home is beautiful and she cooks some wicked South African meals. She’s really knowledgable about the wildlife of the hikes but I loved just as much the wildlife and birds that can be watched from her balcony and garden. Thank you Fiona for giving us all such a great experience and for being such a fabulous host.
