March 12 - March 21 | 2027

Friday March 12 check-in | Saturday March 20 check-out 5pm
Exclusive Edition | Mountainbikers Only

You're about to book more than a mountain biking holiday.

Over eight unforgettable trail days, we'll bring together iconic Cape Epic trails, spectacular scenery, award-winning wine estates, culinary highlights and the laid-back South African lifestyle into one unforgettable mountain bike experience.

Ride with the locals. Every single day.

  • It's the final week of summer in South Africa. A beautiful time to be here.
  • The scenery is at its most beautiful, temperatures are ideal for riding. Bring a jacket, just in case.
  • We ride between 3 and 4 hours trails per day | The program is not set in stone yet.
  • Depending on the group and the weather, the guides will decide which trails to ride.
  • From six participants onward, we provide two guides; from nine participants, three guides.
  • It may happen that we split the group at some days depending on fitness and skills level.
  • It is important that you have sufficient mountain biking experience.
  • We follow the social riding principle — not performance-based… it’s a holiday ;-)
  • If there is a rider in the group who is significantly slower, we can ask that person to rent an e-MTB.
  • On several days we offer an optional activity you can sign up for.
  • The optional activities will be shared in the WhatsApp group:
    1. Township Experience (70 euro pp)
    2. Ziplining (60 euro pp)
    3. Shooting Range Lourensford (90 euro pp)

Duration: 10 days | 8 nights | 8 trail days

  • Friday March 12 check-in | Saturday March 13 is the 1th trail day
  • Friday March 19 last night | Saturday March 20last trail ride, check-out 5pm check-out 5pm
  • March 21th back@home | or you are still traveling through South Africa
  • If you would like to arrive earlier or extend, please let us know asap due to limited availability.
  • If you’d like to rent an MTB, make sure to book early!
  • Optional activities are not included in the price. We'll inform you via the WhatsApp group app.
  • All lunch and dinner locations will be reserved one month before arrival.
  • Make sure you’re in shape on time 🙂
  • Maximum 12 places available
  • Early bird discount of €100.00 valid until 12 August 2026
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Please direct your attention to the following:

  • You are responsible for obtaining adequate travel, and cancellation insurance
  • Check with your insurance if Mountain Biking is within the coverage
  • You accept the disclaimer during the booking, you declare to participate at your own risk
  • You accept during the booking the general (travel) conditions of our organization
  • Your passport must still be valid for at least 30 days upon departure from South Africa
  • Day Activity / Description
    Friday Arrival day
    Saturday Arrive, prepare your bikes, enjoy an easy warm-up ride at Lourensford Trails and end the day with a traditional South African braai at YEBO.
    Sunday Ride the fast-flowing Banhoek Trails in the morning, enjoy lunch, explore the iconic Jonkershoek Trails in the afternoon, and finish the day with dinner at Longridge Wine Estate.
    Monday Ride the iconic 6 Estates Trails, discover Eden Forest, enjoy a scenic stop at Stellenzicht Wine Estate, conquer the famous Ernie Els rock slabs, explore Dornier Trails and finish the day with dinner at Mont Marie in the heart of the Cape Winelands.
    Tuesday Ride the spectacular Plaisir and Boschendal Trails, experience the rugged landscapes of the Cape Winelands, enjoy a challenging day on the bike, and unwind with a sundowner followed by a traditional bobotie dinner at YEBO.
    Wednesday Six Wine Estates Trails | hidden Trails | Short climbs & fast down hills | Beautiful stop at Stellenzicht | Challenging | Demanding | Evening activity to follow www.IDIOM.co.za
    Thursday Experience the contrasts of South Africa during our Khayelitsha Township Experience, enjoy a late lunch, unwind at YEBO, and finish the day with our spectacular Sunset Ride at Lourensford Trails.
    Friday The Queen Stage – a special route selected together with our co-hosts and event partners, Michelle & Axel. Details to be confirmed.
    Saturday Helderberg Trails for the final ride – challenging and adventurous, climbing all the way to the top before letting the brakes go on fast, flowing trails. From 12:00, we gather in the boma for a final evaluation and farewell with Team YEBO and our guides, followed by lunch at Vergelegen Wine Estate and check-out at 17:00.
    Sunday Arrive back home with unforgettable memories… unless you've chosen to stay a little longer and discover even more of South Africa.
    Waalwijk
    Michelle Zacht

    Wij zijn Axel Sman en Michelle Zacht: naast onze fulltime banen brengen we het liefst zoveel mogelijk tijd door op de fiets, in binnen én buitenland.

    We houden van avontuur en dat combineren we graag met een goeie kop koffie en een stuk taart. Daarnaast zoeken we regelmatig de uitdaging op tijdens (meerdaagse) mountainbike-marathons.

    Onze fietsavonturen speelden zich tot nu toe af in Europa. We hebben al ontzettend veel mooie plekken gezien en bijzondere momenten beleefd. Wat we meemaken delen we graag via Instagram en Strava. Niet omdat het moet, maar omdat het hopelijk inspireert, verbindt en het ons al veel nieuwe ideeën en mooie ontmoetingen heeft opgeleverd.

    De droom om ooit de Cape Epic te rijden heeft iedere mountainbiker, maar is voor velen onrealistisch. Daarom besloten we Zuid-Afrika op een andere manier te ontdekken. In december 2025 reisden we af met MTB Zuid Afrika — en eerlijk gezegd waren we na een paar dagen al verkocht. Door de enorme diversiteit aan trails, de overweldigende natuur, de hartelijke mensen, en zeker ook door het fantastische eten. Zuid-Afrika bleek niet zomaar een mooie bestemming, maar een plek waar je als mountainbiker verliefd op wordt.

    We wisten meteen: hier willen we terugkomen. En niet alleen voor onszelf, maar om deze ervaring te delen met een groep gelijkgestemden. Samen fietsen, samen genieten, samen beleven. Social riding staat centraal, zonder de aandacht voor de omgeving te verliezen en altijd met voldoende uitdaging op routes die je tot de mooiste van je leven zult rekenen.

    Lijkt het je leuk om ons al eerder te leren kennen? Stuur ons gerust een bericht voor een ritje in de buurt!
    WhatsApp: +31 6 411 86 949

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    Reserve Your Spot.

    We understand that paying the full amount at once isn't always ideal. That's why you can reserve your place with a €500 deposit. Your booking is confirmed immediately, and the remaining balance is due two months before the event. We will send you a payment request.

    Flexible Payment.

    We understand that paying the full participation fee upfront isn't always the most convenient option. That's why you can reserve your place with a €500 deposit. The remaining balance is only due two months before the event begins.

    Early Booking Reward.

    Book at least 10 months before departure and receive a €100 early booking discount. As an added benefit, you'll have the best opportunity to reserve your preferred room at YEBO Boutique Guesthouse, subject to availability.