Orlofseignir í Paarl

** PLEASE REQUEST YOUR PREFERRED DATE IF IT'S NOT AVAILABLE ON MY CALENDAR ** This is an online experience - LIVE (not pre-recorded) - where you will join me from the comfort of your own home. We are great for groups, great for teambuilding, family friendly & to tour before you travel. We start at the entrance to the 240ha wildlife sanctuary where we will go in search of the variety of South African Wildlife that inhabit the reserve. I will share the history of the farm, teach you about the various types of animals we will encounter and tell you stories about those living in the reserve that I've grown to know. As we are on horseback, we get closer than if we were in a vehicle to observe free-roaming wildlife in their habitat but we maintain respect for their space at all times and keep a distance they are comfortable with. When we get back to the horse camp, I will introduce you to our 13 gentle horses, a South African breed called a Boerperd, and we'll feed carrots and answer any questions you might still have. Other things to note: This is a virtual experience so you need to join on your computer or phone >> Please note that I am currently hosting this experience using a golf-cart for the month of June, and not on horseback. The format & wildlife viewing is unchanged, the only difference is the absence of my horse's curious ears on my screen :-)

I'll bring you to the island prison where Mandela and I first got to know each other. I'll give you insight into life at the prison, as well as my experience as a white warder under apartheid. And I'll take you to Mandela’s cell, the lime quarry where I used to drive prisoners, and where I used to stay on the island. Other things to note Bring sunscreen and something warm for the ferry.

I will take you and your small private group of guests on a horse ride through some of South Africa's most well-known wine estates. Along the way, we will take in spectacular views of Table Mountain and the mountains of Stellenbosch and we'll see many different bird species and possibly, some antelope. For our two-hour ride, we'll start off with a short lesson for novices to ensure everyone is comfortable with their horse and their equipment. When everyone is happy, we'll set off across our nursery farm before we cross to our neighboring wine farm, Joostenberg. Half way through our ride, we will stop for some light refreshments, including a glass of wine or juice and a snack. You'll get to relax in the shade of indigenous trees before mounting our horses again. We'll then head back toward the Pink Geranium Nursery, surrounded by mountains, vineyards, and tranquility. All levels of riders are catered for, so you will get exactly the ride you want, be it a gentle meander through the vineyards or a fast-paced canter down a sandy track. Our horses are very well trained, and very well looked after. We'll never ride the same trail twice, so no one will get bored of the route. Other things to note Please make every effort to arrive on time. If you are running a little late, please contact me so I can try to accommodate you. I will try to delay our departure, but can not guarantee this.

I will take you and your small private group of guests on a horse ride through some of South Africa's most well-known wine estates. Along the way, we will take in spectacular views of Table Mountain and the mountains of Stellenbosch and we'll see many different bird species and possibly, some antelope. This ride will be one-hour long. This ride does not require previous riding experience. Thrill-seeking, experienced riders might enjoy our two-hour ride or our half or full-day wine tour rides. Guests can book a picnic or a wine-tasting at a small extra fee, but you need to book these in advance please. Other things to note Please note: My first priority is your safety, and as such, I reserve the right to change the planned route based on various factors on the day. If you arrive late I may need to cut your ride short.

Our Half Day Horse Back Wine tour sets off from the Pink Geranium Nursery. We ride on Joostenberg Wine farm which is an organic farm, where we will see many species of birds, and possibly some buck. Then we cross onto De Meye Wine Estate. De Meye is one of SA's oldest estates, with a historic homestead. From there we cross to Muldersvlei, where we ride over the hill and onto Arra wine Estate. The views are truly spectacular with a backdrop of Table Mountain. We regularly see breeding pairs of South-Africa's national bird, the Blue Crane, as well as some small antelope. We include a Gourmet picnic, which guests enjoy from a lookout on top of the mountain. The picnic is jam packed with locally sourced ham, cheese, bread, olives and salad and sweet treats, and juice or water. (Please contact us with any special dietary requirements) After lunch guests have the option of enjoying a wine tasting inside the winery, after which we slowly head back to the Pink Geranium Nursery. Guests should have previous experience with riding horses, and should be able to comfortably trot and canter, as well as mount their horse from the ground. Other things to note Please note this ride is only for experienced riders. Guests should be able to comfortably trot and canter. You must also be able to mount from the ground. If you are not 100% comfortable book a 2 h