Horse driving south africa

[eahotson]

Anyone know of any in Cape Town/Franschoek area?Can find loads about horse riding but not driving.

 

[Exasperated]

Anyone know of any in Cape Town/Franschoek area?Can find loads about horse riding but not driving.

There’s definitely a trotting / harness racing community, don’t know anything about private driving for tourists, though - maybe try SA ‘tourist info’?

 

[eahotson]

There’s definitely a trotting / harness racing community, don’t know anything about private driving for tourists, though - maybe try SA ‘tourist info’?

Thanks

 

[LadyGascoyne]

There is somewhere that had Friesian horses and used to drive them through a vineyard. I will try to find it!

 

[eahotson]

There is somewhere that had Friesian horses and used to drive them through a vineyard. I will try to find it!

Ooh please.

 

[LadyGascoyne]

I think the one I was thinking of no longer has the horses but I did find this

Wine Valley Adventures | Carriage Rides - Dirty Boots

Enjoy scenic carriage rides with Wine Valley Adventures in the Cape Winelands. Glide through vineyards, mountains, and fynbos on a horse-drawn adventure.

www.dirtyboots.co.za

 

[eahotson]

I think the one I was thinking of no longer has the horses but I did find this

Wine Valley Adventures | Carriage Rides - Dirty Boots

Enjoy scenic carriage rides with Wine Valley Adventures in the Cape Winelands. Glide through vineyards, mountains, and fynbos on a horse-drawn adventure.

www.dirtyboots.co.za

Thank you so much Just what I was looking for.

 

[Poingsettia]

Oh, I might look into that. Got a week in Cape Town from 2/11. Have a beach ride booked, plus a boat trip to see sharks but have a few days to fill.

 

[LadyGascoyne]

Total tangent for both of you but when I'm in Cape Town, I usually start the day with an early morning walk

Constantia Nek, Table Mountain Hike - The Happy Traveller

Hiker's guide to hiking the Constantia Nek Hike up to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa.

thehappytraveller.co.za

Or

Perfect Weather Forecast for Lion's Head This Full Moon

Few things are as awe-inspiring as experiencing a full moon from Lion's Head. Plus, you’ll get a great workout while you're at it.

insideguide.co.za

Depending on whether I am staying in Constantia or on the Atlantic Seaboard.

If I'm in Constantia, I like to do Constantia Glen https://constantiaglen.com/

for wine and a charcuterie board. Their neighboring farm https://www.beauconstantia.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqaMWsxdhzefkfYrsnsPsITGu5r6QrnsXrXkeapssofiGVmdKlK which has a great restaurant, Chef's Warehouse and incredible views.

There is also https://grootconstantia.co.za/ if you want a more historical experience, and
https://silvermistestate.co.za/ which also has the most fantastic food.

We often head over to Hout Bay to walk on the beach. It's worth popping into the harbor market if it's open

The Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay. The Most Vibrant Market in Cape Town

Visit The Hout Bay Market at 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town. Everything from arts & crafts to clothing and the most delicious food market! See Live Music in Cape Town, the history of the market, our floor map and much more!

www.bayharbour.co.za

And then sundowners at https://www.dunesrestaurant.co.za/

And fresh seafood literally on the beach, if you like seafood.

If I'm in Clifton / Campsbay area then I'll do Clifton 2nd beach very early in the morning but avoid Clifton beaches, especially 4th beach, in the afternoons as they get very crowded.



And go to Llandudno Beach instead - it's nothing like Wales so that makes me laugh.

Llandudno Beach - Secret Cape Town

Golden light over towards Cape Town. Follow @secretcapetown for more and tag us or use to be featured. Photo by @bryn_north

secretcapetown.co.za

The Grand on the Beach is fun for cocktails

https://grandafrica.com/

Or Bungalow https://www.kovecollection.co.za/the-bungalow/

And Cafe Caprice the original Camps Bay drinks spot.

Home - Café Caprice

cafecaprice.co.za

And if I'm in the winelands then these farms are beautiful

Welcome to Babylonstoren | Babylonstoren

Based in the scenic Cape Winelands, Babylonstoren is home to a renowned, garden, hotel, wine shop, farm store, restaurants and other Winelands attractions.

babylonstoren.com

Waterford Estate | Premier Stellenbosch Winery & Vineyard Experiences

Discover Waterford Estate, a distinguished winery in Stellenbosch’s Blaauwklippen Valley. Experience our exceptional South African wines, scenic vineyard tours, and gourmet dining at SALT restaurant, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Helderberg Mountain.

www.waterfordestate.co.za

And

Welcome to Boschendal

We look forward to welcoming you into our home. Explore , unwind and enjoy the seasonal abundance of our farm and the best of farm living with a stay at any

boschendal.com

Is more traditional but is a soft spot for me as it was in my father's family for many many years.

 

[eahotson]

Total tangent for both of you but when I'm in Cape Town, I usually start the day with an early morning walk

Constantia Nek, Table Mountain Hike - The Happy Traveller

Hiker's guide to hiking the Constantia Nek Hike up to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa.

thehappytraveller.co.za

Or

Perfect Weather Forecast for Lion's Head This Full Moon

Few things are as awe-inspiring as experiencing a full moon from Lion's Head. Plus, you’ll get a great workout while you're at it.

insideguide.co.za

Depending on whether I am staying in Constantia or on the Atlantic Seaboard.

If I'm in Constantia, I like to do Constantia Glen https://constantiaglen.com/

for wine and a charcuterie board. Their neighboring farm https://www.beauconstantia.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqaMWsxdhzefkfYrsnsPsITGu5r6QrnsXrXkeapssofiGVmdKlK which has a great restaurant, Chef's Warehouse and incredible views.

There is also https://grootconstantia.co.za/ if you want a more historical experience, and
https://silvermistestate.co.za/ which also has the most fantastic food.

We often head over to Hout Bay to walk on the beach. It's worth popping into the harbor market if it's open

The Bay Harbour Market, Hout Bay. The Most Vibrant Market in Cape Town

Visit The Hout Bay Market at 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town. Everything from arts & crafts to clothing and the most delicious food market! See Live Music in Cape Town, the history of the market, our floor map and much more!

www.bayharbour.co.za

And then sundowners at https://www.dunesrestaurant.co.za/

And fresh seafood literally on the beach, if you like seafood.

If I'm in Clifton / Campsbay area then I'll do Clifton 2nd beach very early in the morning but avoid Clifton beaches, especially 4th beach, in the afternoons as they get very crowded.

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And go to Llandudno Beach instead - it's nothing like Wales so that makes me laugh.

Llandudno Beach - Secret Cape Town

Golden light over towards Cape Town. Follow @secretcapetown for more and tag us or use to be featured. Photo by @bryn_north

secretcapetown.co.za

The Grand on the Beach is fun for cocktails

https://grandafrica.com/

Or Bungalow https://www.kovecollection.co.za/the-bungalow/

And Cafe Caprice the original Camps Bay drinks spot.

Home - Café Caprice

cafecaprice.co.za

And if I'm in the winelands then these farms are beautiful

Welcome to Babylonstoren | Babylonstoren

Based in the scenic Cape Winelands, Babylonstoren is home to a renowned, garden, hotel, wine shop, farm store, restaurants and other Winelands attractions.

babylonstoren.com

Waterford Estate | Premier Stellenbosch Winery & Vineyard Experiences

Discover Waterford Estate, a distinguished winery in Stellenbosch’s Blaauwklippen Valley. Experience our exceptional South African wines, scenic vineyard tours, and gourmet dining at SALT restaurant, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Helderberg Mountain.

www.waterfordestate.co.za

And

Welcome to Boschendal

We look forward to welcoming you into our home. Explore , unwind and enjoy the seasonal abundance of our farm and the best of farm living with a stay at any

boschendal.com

Is more traditional but is a soft spot for me as it was in my father's family for many many years.

Thank you so much for that.I have visited South Africa a couple of times and it is my favourite country.

 

[LadyGascoyne]

I'm supposed to go once a year when husband visits his parents but I have had to sit out the last few trips due to work conflicts.

 

[eahotson]

I'm supposed to go once a year when husband visits his parents but I have had to sit out the last few trips due to work conflicts.

Sorry.

 

[eahotson]

Sorry.

I am seriously thinking about spending next winter in South Africa.My son did his pilot training there,has many South african friends and contacts and is thinking of retiring there when his time comes.

 

[LadyGascoyne]

I am seriously thinking about spending next winter in South Africa.My son did his pilot training there,has many South african friends and contacts and is thinking of retiring there when his time comes.

We lived there last in 2014 but left due to the crime. We were in Johannesburg at that point though - well, Sandton which is near.

My in-laws are based between the western cape and eastern cape. I love visiting them in the eastern cape because it's just so wild and beautiful, and I love the reserves.

 

[eahotson]

We lived there last in 2014 but left due to the crime. We were in Johannesburg at that point though - well, Sandton which is near.

My in-laws are based between the western cape and eastern cape. I love visiting them in the eastern cape because it's just so wild and beautiful, and I love the reserves.

I would be staying in or near Cape Town.

 

[Poingsettia]

I grew up in Pietermaritzburg, KZN and left in 2000. We try to visit every two years to see family about an hour south of Johannesburg. Two years ago we did a two week drive from there to Cape Town and back. It was amazing as we went on the back roads, visited all the little towns along the way. Did a lot of touristy stuff too.

 

[HollyWoozle]

Another vote for Wine Valley Adventures