The new year always brings new promise, new goals and new experiences for many people. What better way than to start the year off by trying something new? Life is all about making new memories and experiencing new things with those close to us. Get your family and friends involved and try something out of the ordinary. Here are some activities for you to start off your year!

Get Adventurous and Book a Tour in a Town you Haven’t Been to Before

The Elgin Valley has plenty to offer tourists. From mountain biking, hiking, paddle boarding, eating out and farm stall visits to wine and brandy tasting, there is something for everyone. Why not book a ziplining tour and experience the beauty that Elgin Valley has to offer? Indulge in the best of both worlds as you get your adrenaline pumping and your mouth watering. This tour consists of ziplining from over 13 different platforms, taking you down 320m long slides. This exciting, adrenaline-fuelled activity will keep you busy for approximately four hours and you’ll then be collected for lunch at a wine estate of your choice within this region where you can enjoy some of the best food on offer. To end your tour off on a relaxed note, you’ll be taken for wine tasting to two boutique wineries before being dropped off at your accommodation.

Take a Gin Connoisseurs’ Tour and Discover New Summer Beverages

As summers get hotter and winters get colder, the weather in the Western Cape is known to be unpredictable. One way to get yourself through the warmer summer months is with a refreshing drink. In the last several years, gin has become a favourite in South Africa. During the Gin Connoisseurs’ Tour, you’ll have the opportunity not only to learn about the history of Gin but also taste different blends and brands. From classic gin tastings to Fynbos gin tastings, distillery tours and more, you’ll get to experience one of Cape Town’s hippest bars.

Try the Cape’s Unique Foodie Flavours

What better way to explore a city than through tasting the different foods that make it so unique? If you’re a food lover, then start the new year off by booking Cape Town’s City Foodie Tour and trying out the different foods that make the city so special. From biltong and koesisters to coffee and chocolate, your guide will also take you through Bo-Kaap and educate you on its history. Another stop on the tour is to Atlas Spice Trading where you can purchase a few spices to try at home. You’ll need to stay hydrated along the way so kick back and relax at the Publik Wine Bar and try some unique wines. Your guided tour will end with a gin tasting at a popular gin bar before you get dropped off at your accommodation.

Book a Private Wine Tour

If you’re looking for a slow-paced activity, then you should book a private wine tour for you and your friends. Who wouldn’t want to explore some of the Cape Winelands hidden gems? With over 200 active wine producers within the Western Cape, the Hidden Gems Wine Tour will take you some of the best kept secrets of the Cape Winelands. Your wine cellar tours will be taken by the winemakers themselves and you’ll have a unique opportunity to learn about how they produce their wines. This provides for a more personal and exclusive experience for visitors. From Lynx Wines and Keermont Vineyards to Muratie, these are a few boutiques you’ll get to visit.

Let the Team at Explore Sideways Help You Plan the Perfect Start to 2019

If you’re uncertain what activities to choose from, be sure to contact one of the Explore Sideways experts. Whether you’re looking to take your taste buds on an adventure with wine tours or food tours or get your adrenaline pumping with outdoor activities, we’ll make sure that you go on a tour of a lifetime. With years of experience within the travel and tourism industry, our team can assist you in putting together a customised tour to tick off some of your bucket list activities.