For Gravel or Mountain Bike riders craving something beyond the ordinary, the Biketales Gravel Bike Tour through the rugged beauty of the Cederberg offers the ultimate adventure for an exclusive group of up to 8 riders!
Winding through dramatic mountain passes, remote gravel roads, and untouched wilderness in the Western Cape, this tour blends challenge with breathtaking scenery.
It’s more than just a ride — it’s a journey into the wild, designed for those who seek freedom, exploration, and the simple joys of a bike ride in pristine South African West Coast nature!
DATES
TO BE ANNOUNCED
LOCATION
Western Cape, South Africa
BIKE TIME
420km | 5805m climbing
What's included in your WEST COAST GRAVEL BIKE TOUR?
- Return Transfers from Cape Town International Airport. This includes luggage and bike transport.
- Accommodation for 6 nights during the Tour.
- All Daily Meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meals begin from Lunch on arrival day until breakfast on departure day.
- Drinks – teas, coffees, soft drinks, wines and local beers.
- A planned riding route daily with guided by friendly Route Masters.
- A dedicated support vehicle to carry luggage and provide fuelling along the route.
- Bicycle hire. Guests can bring their own bikes or hire can be arranged at an additional cost.
- Riding Kit and spares.
- Flights.
- Accomodation or transport outside of the tour dates.
WEST COAST GRAVEL BIKE TOUR ITINERARY
ARRIVAL DAY
| 11h00 |
Depart Cape Town International Airport, South Africa with Tour Shuttle Service. Short Afternoon Ride to Baboons Point for Sundowners and to watch the Cape Fur Seals playing in the sea. Evening Braai and Fireside drinks getting to know our Tour Group. Day 1 Route Briefing. |
| 13h30 | Lunch Stop at Vensterklip just outside of Elands Bay at a 300-year-old Barn Restaurant. |
| 15h00 | Arrive at Accomodation in Elands Bay. Build Bikes. |
| 16h30 | Short Afternoon Ride to Baboons Point for Sundowners and to watch the Cape Fur Seals playing in the sea. |
| 19h30 | Evening Braai and Fireside drinks getting to know our Tour Group. Day 1 Route Briefing. |
Elands Bay
High Tide Accomodation
DAY 1
| 06h00 |
Breakfast |
| 07h30 | Depart Elands Bay toward Clan William where 82km of pristine gravel riding into the Cederberg Mountains await. The roads start flat and straight but soon turn windy with some steep kickers, amazing fast flowing sections and some incredible views. |
| 13h00 | Arrival and Lunch at Yamu Beach Resturant on the shores of Clan William Dam in the Cederberg. An afternoon of relaxing in the magnificent resort. |
| 16h30 | Dinner, Drinks and Day 2 Route Briefing. |
Gravel Roads to Clanwilliam
Yamu Lifestyle Resort Accomodation
DAY 2
| 06h00 |
Breakfast |
| 07h30 | Depart Clan William and head into the mountains on a 69km route that is a climbers paradise! The climb is in 2 parts with some amazing views. Don’t discount this day being short in KM as it makes up for it in elevation. |
| 13h00 | Arrival at Sanddriff and Lunch at Kromrivier restaurant, with a swim in the river. |
| 15h00 | Spectacular Activity walk to Truitjieskraal and relaxing. |
| 19h30 | Dinner and Drinks with Celebrity Chef Justin Bonello. Day 3 Route Briefing. |
Scenery en-route
Sanddriff Resort Accomodation
DAY 3
| 06h00 |
Breakfast |
| 07h30 | Depart Sanddriff towards Kaleo. This will probably be the toughest day with some big climbs in the first 45km. From then on its flat and fast all the way to our next farm stay at Kaleo, home of the famous Tankwa Trek MTB Race Village. |
| 14h00 | Arrival at Kaleo Manor and a Farmstyle Lunch, followed by a relaxing afternoon on the farm. |
| 19h30 |
Farmstyle Dinner and Drinks. Day 4 Route Briefing. |
Gravel Riding
Kaleo Manor Accommodation
DAY 4
| 06h00 |
Farmhouse Breakfast |
| 07h30 | Depart Kaleo on smooth gravel before we reach the winding back tar roads of Ceres. We will reach the most beautiful Bainskloof Pass. This 30km section is a hotspot for cyclists. |
| 13h00 | Arrival at Val du Charron Wine Estate for our 2-night stay. A wonderful afternoon of lunch and relaxation awaits. |
| 19h30 |
Dinner and Drinks – Wine Tasting! Day 5 Route Briefing. |
Bainskloof Pass
Val Du Charron Accommodation
DAY 5
| 07h00 |
Here we can wake up later to have breakfast. |
| 08h30 |
Heading out from Val du Charron, our final day will see us exploring a local loop in the charming town of Wellington. |
| 13h00 | Lunch and wine tasting, followed by bike packing for those who brought their own. Enjoy the afternoon and sunset by the pool. |
| 19h30 |
Dinner and Drinks, with probably some more Wine! |
Wellington Winelands
Val Du Charron Wines
DEPARTURE DAY
| 08h00 |
Breakfast and farewells. |
| 10h00 |
Guests will be transferred back to Cape Town International Airport to depart home or to wherever the rest of your South African holiday continues on to! |
| 11h00 |
Approximate Arrival at Cape Town International Airport. |