Notably renowned for its exquisite wines, bestowed with awe-inspiring scenery, the Cape Winelands are to the Western Cape and South Africa what Bordeaux is the France. With adrenaline and family fun alike, a visit to this area is always a must on any travel itinerary.

The Cape Winelands, famous for its food and wine, hosts over 200 cellars, with some of the best cultivars, the tastes of which are complimented by locally grown olives strawberries and locally made cheeses. Franschhoek is the gourmet capital of South Africa, and as such there are a number of award winning restaurants within the town.

Visit any of the selection of museums, monuments and bushman rock art sites for a historical and cultural experience, or take a horseback ride through scenic vineyards before sampling the local cuisine at one of the many restaurants in the region. A visit to a game or nature reserve or two would be a fantastic way to spend some time with the family, while a trip a meal at any of the local township shebeens will make for an exciting cultural experience.

Of course what will a trip to the Winelands be, without a stopover at the wine farms for a bit of Wines tasting. Route 62, which is the world’s longest wines routes, has been described as one of the most beautiful drives, rivaled by very few.