🌿 Sunday Brunch Hikes at Plaisir Wine Estate

Slow down, step outside, and experience a relaxed Sunday morning in the Cape Winelands with the Sunday Brunch Hikes at Plaisir Wine Estate.

Enjoy a scenic self-paced hike through vineyards and forest trails to a beautiful viewpoint on the slopes of Simonsberg where hikers gather for a relaxed picnic-style brunch surrounded by mountain views, fresh air, and the natural beauty of the estate.

This is not a race or guided hike, but rather a curated outdoor lifestyle experience designed around nature, movement, social connection, and the unique atmosphere of Plaisir Estate.

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📍 Venue

🍇 Plaisir Wine Estate – Simondium, Paarl

The Sunday Brunch Hikes build on the success of the popular Full Moon Hikes hosted at Plaisir and offer a daytime hiking experience through the vineyards and mountain trails of the estate.

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🥾 Route & Experience

📏 Distance
±9.6km round trip

⬆️ To the Viewpoint
5km | ±330m elevation gain
Moderate, slightly technical single track

⬇️ Return Route
4.6km through lush forest and vineyard trails

⏱️ Duration
±3–4 hours including time at the viewpoint picnic area

💪 Difficulty
Accessible to most hikers with moderate fitness and basic hiking experience

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📅 2026 Dates

• Sunday, 7 June 2026
• Sunday, 12 July 2026 (opening soon)
• Sunday, 2 August 2026 (opening soon)
• Sunday, 6 September 2026 (opening soon)

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⏰ Event Schedule

☕ Arrival & Check-in
From 08:15

🗣️ Pre-hike Briefing
08:50

🥾 Hike Starts
09:00

Guests hike at their own pace on a clearly marked route to the viewpoint and return to the estate afterward.

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✅ Included in Registration Fee

🍇 Access to the Plaisir Wine Estate hiking route

🚩 Marked trail to viewpoint and back

🧺 Curated viewpoint picnic atmosphere

🍷 A taste of selected Plaisir wine
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💧 Spring water at the viewpoint

🌱 Conservancy contribution

🛟 Event management and safety oversight

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💳 Entry Fees

🎟️ Standard Entry
R250 per person

👵 Pensioners
50% discount

👧 Children younger than 14
Free

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🧺 Picnic & Refreshments

The concept is centred around a relaxed “bring-your-own picnic” experience.

A complimentary sip of selected Estate wine, coffee, or a welcome snack will be offered at the viewpoint.

Guests are encouraged to bring:

🥪 Picnic snacks

🥤 Something to drink

🍷 Reusable cup or wine glass

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🎒 What to Bring

👟 Comfortable hiking shoes with good tread

👕 Comfortable outdoor clothing

🧢 Hat & sunscreen

💧 Water

🥪 Picnic snacks & refreshments

🧺 Optional blanket or picnic cloth

🧥 Windbreaker recommended during winter months

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ℹ️ Notes

⚠️ Limited capacity per event — book early to secure your spot

🥾 This is a self-paced curated hiking event, not a guided hike

🚷 Participants must remain on marked trails at all times

🌿 Respect the trail & nature — leave no trace

🔥 No fires, loud music, or drones permitted

🌦️ Event takes place outdoors and may be affected by weather conditions