The Western Cape is a place of unrivalled beauty and unmatched diversity. With a wealth of off-thegrid experiences and an abundance of natural spaces, it is a bucket-list destination for those seeking to enjoy the great outdoors. From the pristine white sands of the Cape West Coast to the harsh, arid beauty of the Cape Karoo and the lush green forests of the Garden Route to the rocky, out-of-this-world moonscape of the Cederberg, visitors are spoilt for choice.
The desire to escape the bright lights of the city and to lose oneself in the great wide open has always been a tantalising hook for adventurous souls, but never more so in a post-COVID-19 world. After months of being cooped up indoors, unable to see the world in all its splendour, the desire to explore the outdoors is stronger than ever.
And what better way to satisfy the urge than a cycling trip that allows you to immerse yourself in the destination? There is no better view of the province than from the saddle, allowing you to not only discover new experiences, but perhaps also to rediscover you.
The Cape Cycle Routes network, a carefully developed selection of routes spread throughout the Western Cape is the natural starting point for your next adventure. Made up of five routes – namely Cycle Tour 364, Cross Cape, Overberg Meander, Cederberg Circuit and Karoo Crossing – each is lovingly crafted and captures the essence of the region from which it takes its name.
Borne out of a desire to not only lure avid adventure tourists with the hook of the Western Cape’s natural splendour, but also to highlight the smaller towns and lesser-known experiences on offer, it provides you with the perfect gateway into the province.
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