With summer in the air, the beautiful outdoors are beckoning! Whether it’s a glass of your favourite Merlot around the braai, or a refreshing Sauvignon Blanc while strolling through the vineyards, there is no doubt that South Africans love their wine. Whether you’re a tourist or a local in search of an adventure, what better way to enjoy some of the best local wines than to spend a day out exploring these wonderful wine farms in and around Cape Town!

Cheap flights provider, Travelstart, has handpicked some fascinating farms that offer an exclusive, memorable wine tasting experience. Trade in the standard cheese and crackers along the bar for something more alluring, like an African-inspired dinner in a candle-lit dungeon; wine and jam pairing along the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley; or a rustic seafood extravaganza along the West Coast.

Not only do these wineries have award-winning wines for you to sample, their in-house chefs prepare delicious seasonal dishes to match. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a romantic day for 2, or are simply en route from a weekend away, make a stop at one of these farms for a wonderful treat!

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