At Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate the vines are cooled by the salty breezes of Walker Bay. The estate overlooks the Bot River Lagoon and Arabella Golf Course on the coastal R43, just before Hermanus. Wine tasting is done a little differently here.
Located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route
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Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
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Experience a traditional cheese and wine tasting with outstanding cheeses from local South African producers as well as a Danish Cremona Blue.
Cruise on the Bot River Lagoon aboard the Lady Bonnie pontoon boat with a glass of your favourite Benguela Cove wine before returning to dry land for a tasting or an oyster and wine pairing.
Make a meal of it with a gourmet 6-course lunch paired with the very best wines from the estate, or tour the vineyards with a guide before a 3-course lunch in the restaurant.
Taste the wines where they grew on the guided vineyard safari and learn about growing cycles, farming techniques and the various cultivars produced from the vines. Combine your tasting with a guided tour of the production cellar and learn about the techniques from the winemakers.
Make a day of it with the Ultimate Benguela Cove Experience that includes a Pontoon cruise with a Cheese & Charcuterie board, a light lunch, vineyard tour, cellar tour and a Chocolate & Wine Pairing.
The estate is child-friendly with plenty of space to run and play and it has Pirate Golf, a themed adventure golf course that it loads of fun for all ages.
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate is located on the West Coast Way Cape Way Route
Open 7 Days a week
Distance from Cape Town: 102.8km
Where: R43, Bot River Lagoon, Walker Bay, Hermanus
Coordinates: 34.3459° S, 19.1379° E
Contact: +27 (0) 83 645 6198 | +27 (0) 21 944 1041 | [email protected] | www.benguelacove.co.za
West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature
West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.
Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way:
Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777. Follow us on on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.