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Escape the city and discover the character of South Africa’s spectacular West Coast on our Paternoster & Riebeek Kasteel Tour.
This three-day journey takes you from Cape Town directly to the historic fishing village of Paternoster, where whitewashed cottages, wild Atlantic coastline and long stretches of beach set the scene for an unforgettable coastal escape.
Experience guided horse riding along the Paternoster coastline, explore the village by e-bike, then travel inland to the vineyards and olive estates surrounding Riebeek Kasteel. After a relaxing stay in the Riebeek Valley, enjoy a scenic return journey to Cape Town.
Combining boutique accommodation, outdoor experiences, wine country and some of the Western Cape’s most distinctive landscapes, this is a relaxed way to discover the West Coast beyond the usual tourist routes.
Duration
3 Days
Region
West Coast
Departs
Scheduled Dates / On Request
Price From
R11 999 p/p Sharing
Group Size
Minimum 2 Guests
Accommodation
Boutique Guest Houses
Day 1 – Cape Town → Paternoster
Depart Cape Town and travel directly up the West Coast to Paternoster. Spend the afternoon discovering the coastline on horseback before settling into your boutique accommodation in the historic fishing village.
Day 2 – Paternoster → Riebeek Kasteel
Start the morning with an e-bike experience around Paternoster before travelling inland to Riebeek Kasteel. Discover the valley’s wine and olive culture before checking into your boutique accommodation.
Day 3 – Riebeek Kasteel → Cape Town
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your boutique accommodation before checking out and returning directly to Cape Town. Take in the beautiful countryside of the Riebeek Valley as your three-day West Coast escape comes to a close.
9:00 AM – Departure from Cape Town
Leave Cape Town and travel north along the beautiful Cape West Coast towards Paternoster.
12:00 PM – Arrive in Paternoster
Arrive in one of South Africa’s most distinctive fishing villages and enjoy time to settle into the relaxed pace of the West Coast.
Afternoon – Paternoster Horse Riding
Experience the coastline on horseback with a guided ride through the surrounding natural landscape and along the white sands of Paternoster.
Check-In – Gonana Guest House
Check into your boutique coastal accommodation and enjoy some time at leisure.
19:00 PM – Dinner at Gaaitjie Beach Restaurant
Finish your first day with dinner beside the ocean at one of Paternoster’s distinctive local restaurants.
8:00 AM – Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before beginning your second day on the West Coast.
10:00 AM – Paternoster E-Biking
Explore Paternoster and its coastal surroundings by e-bike, taking in the village, shoreline and surrounding landscapes at a relaxed pace.
11:30 AM – Transfer to Riebeek Kasteel
Leave the coast behind and travel inland towards the vineyards and olive groves of the Riebeek Valley.
13:00 PM – Riebeek Kasteel
Arrive in the historic town and enjoy time to discover its restaurants, wine estates and relaxed country atmosphere.
16:00 PM – Check-In at Merindol Manor Guest House
Settle into your boutique accommodation in the Riebeek Valley.
Evening – Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate
Experience the character of the Riebeek Valley at Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and the Kasteelberg mountains.
After breakfast at Merindol Manor Guest House, check out and begin your return journey directly to Cape Town.
Enjoy the scenic countryside of the Riebeek Valley as your three-day adventure comes to an end, bringing together the coastal beauty of Paternoster and the charm of the Cape Winelands.
Travel directly from Cape Town to the historic fishing village of Paternoster, where whitewashed cottages meet a rugged Atlantic coastline and long stretches of open beach.
This is where your West Coast journey properly begins — with time to experience the village, coastline and slower rhythm that makes Paternoster one of the region’s most memorable destinations.
Experience the Paternoster coastline from horseback on a guided ride through the surrounding natural landscape and onto the beach.
With wide stretches of sand and Atlantic scenery surrounding you, it’s a peaceful and memorable way to experience this remarkable section of the West Coast. The experience is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced riders.
Settle into a boutique coastal stay at Gonana Guest House, positioned beside the Atlantic in Paternoster.
The property’s relaxed design and natural surroundings complement the slower pace of the village, providing the perfect place to unwind after your afternoon on horseback.
Start your second day with a relaxed e-bike experience through Paternoster and its surrounding coastal landscape.
Explore beyond the village streets, enjoy the fresh Atlantic air and experience another perspective of this distinctive West Coast destination before leaving the coast for the Riebeek Valley.
Discover the wine and olive heritage of the Riebeek Valley at Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate, set against the slopes of Kasteelberg.
Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the estate introduces another side of the Western Cape after your time on the coast. Enjoy the relaxed country atmosphere and discover the flavours that have helped make the Riebeek Valley one of the region’s most distinctive food and wine destinations.
Merindol Manor is a luxurious boutique guest house situated in Riebeek West, surrounded by the vineyards, olive groves and mountain scenery of the Riebeek Valley.
One of the area’s historic heritage homes, the beautifully restored property combines its original country character with the comfort of an intimate boutique stay.
Discover the country charm of Riebeek-Kasteel, one of South Africa’s oldest towns and the heart of the beautiful Riebeek Valley. Surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and the slopes of the Kasteelberg, the village offers a relaxed contrast to the coastal landscapes earlier in the journey.
The Cape West Coast is one of South Africa’s most distinctive regions, combining wild Atlantic beaches, historic fishing villages, rolling farmland, wine country and peaceful river landscapes within easy reach of Cape Town.
This carefully curated three-day journey brings several of those worlds together. Experience Paternoster from horseback and by e-bike, travel inland to discover the vineyards and olive estates of the Riebeek Valley, and enjoy a relaxing countryside escape before returning to Cape Town.
With boutique accommodation, scenic drives and carefully selected local experiences throughout the journey, the tour balances outdoor adventure with the slower pace and hospitality for which the West Coast is known.
Rather than rushing through several destinations in a single day, this journey gives you time to experience two very different sides of the Western Cape.
Paternoster brings the Atlantic coastline, whitewashed fishing-village character and outdoor adventure. Riebeek Kasteel replaces the ocean with vineyards, olive groves, heritage and country hospitality.
With accommodation, transport and experiences coordinated as one journey, you can simply enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel from coast to countryside and back towards Cape Town.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour is a multi-day Western Cape journey combining the Cape West Coast with the Riebeek Valley. The itinerary allows time to experience Paternoster, horse riding, e-biking and the food, wine and countryside of Riebeek-Kasteel without rushing between destinations.
Yes. The itinerary includes a guided horse-riding experience in Paternoster as well as an e-bike experience on Day 2 before continuing to Riebeek-Kasteel.
No. You do not need previous e-bike experience. E-bikes are straightforward to ride, and you will receive instructions before setting off.
Yes. Accommodation forms part of the tour itinerary, allowing you to enjoy the different destinations at a relaxed pace rather than returning to Cape Town each day.
Yes. The tour includes a visit to Kloovenburg Wine & Olive Estate in the Riebeek Valley, where you can experience the area’s distinctive wine and olive culture.
Selected meals may be included as specified in your final itinerary. Additional meals, drinks and personal purchases are for your own account unless otherwise stated in your quotation.
Yes. Transport between Cape Town and the destinations included in the itinerary is arranged as part of the guided tour experience.
Yes. The itinerary can be adapted according to your interests, available time and travel preferences. Additional experiences can also be discussed when making your enquiry.
Yes. The Paternoster & Riebeek Kasteel Tour can be arranged as a private Western Cape tour, making it particularly suitable for couples, families and small groups.
This three-day journey introduces you to several contrasting sides of the Western Cape.
Begin beside the Atlantic in Paternoster, exploring the coastline on horseback and by e-bike before travelling inland towards the vineyards, olive groves and historic character of Riebeek Kasteel.
From the rugged Atlantic coastline of Paternoster to the vineyards, olive groves and historic villages of the Riebeek Valley, each stage reveals a different side of the Western Cape. The journey combines coastal adventure, boutique accommodation and relaxed country hospitality before returning directly to Cape Town.
At Breathless Nomad we believe the best journeys combine adventure, authentic local experiences and unforgettable scenery. Every tour has been carefully curated to showcase destinations beyond the typical tourist trail while maintaining the comfort and personalised service of a premium small-group experience.
Whether you’re joining us for a multi-day adventure or exploring one of our Adventure Activities, our goal is simple: to help you experience the very best of the Western Cape through carefully crafted journeys that create memories to last a lifetime.
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