Spend a full day tasting handcrafted wines on the southern slopes of Simonsberg. This private tour pairs Tokara’s panoramic terraces with Stark‑Condé’s small-batch cellar for a focused exploration of Stellenbosch terroir.
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Morning light pins the vineyards in gold as the van climbs the southern slopes of the Simonsberg; vines lean toward the sea as if to catch the breeze that pushes False Bay’s salt inland. Over seven hours you move from Tokara’s olive groves and panoramic tasting terrace to Stark‑Condé’s small-batch cellar room, each stop framed by low mountains and fynbos that smell of earth and resin.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–8 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; participants should be comfortable standing and walking short distances on gravel and gentle slopes.
Wildlife
History
The Cape Winelands have been cultivated since the 17th century; farms around Simonsberg evolved from colonial estates into modern boutique wineries emphasizing terroir and hand-crafted production.
Conservation
Several estates here use organic or minimal-intervention practices and limit production to reduce pressure on water and soils; visitors can support sustainability by avoiding single-use plastics and following estate guidelines.
Reserve your spot on the Stark-Conde and Tokara Wine Tasting all inclusive today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate between tastings
Carry a reusable water bottle and sip between pours to stay sharp and comfortable during a seven-hour tour.
Dress in layers
Mornings can be warm and afternoons breezy on the slopes—light layers and a windbreaker keep you comfortable.
Plan for transport
If you’ll be drinking, confirm round-trip pickup or book a driver—the tour includes transport but confirm pickup details when booking.
Comfortable shoes for gravel
Tasting rooms and terraces often sit on gravel or uneven ground—closed-toe shoes with grip are best.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on gravel paths and terraces between tasting rooms.
Sun protection (hat & sunscreen)
Open terraces and little shade make sun protection important during peak daylight hours.
summer
Light jacket or windbreaker
Protects against the coastal breeze that can pick up on the slopes in afternoons.
fall
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated helps you enjoy multiple tastings and the full-day tour.