A family-friendly Easter in the Cape Winelands

Stellenbosch

Easter Family Lunch at Ernie Els

Join Ernie Els Wines this Easter for a leisurely three-course family lunch. Made with locally-sourced ingredients, their special Easter menu includes a variety of Sunday roast options to complement their wines, promising an unforgettable dining experience for all. Vegan, vegetarian, and kiddie dishes are available upon request. With a homely, welcoming atmosphere and unparalleled views, Ernie Els Wines offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable Easter feast.

Where: Ernie Els Wines, Stellenbosch
When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
Time: 12h00
Cost: R650 per person

For bookings, phone 021 881 3588 or email bookings@ernieelswines.com.

Easter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt at Spier

Are you ready for a farm adventure? The Easter Bunny is visiting Spier to hide lots of tasty treasures. But you will need to solve a few clues along the way before you find them. They’re calling all adventurous kids to power up their brains to solve clues at different spots on the farm. Using a map, little adventurers will gather five clues before exchanging them for an Easter surprise. Parents, we have a special treat for you. Leave the chocolate to the kids and hone your investigative skills to determine which Spier wine you like best. You will have several to try at various tasting stations along the route. The scavenger hunt is suited for kids aged 3-12.

Where: The Werf, Spier Wine Farm, Stellenbosch
When: 30-31 March 2024
Time: 09h00 – 15h30
Cost: R180 per child

Click HERE to book.

Skilpadvlei Easter Egg Hunt

Hop into Easter fun with Skilpadvlei’s annual Easter Egg Hunt! Join them for an egg-citing adventure filled with lots of fun, laughter and sweet memories. Besides the egg hunt, there will also be goodie bags, lots of games, and tractor rides for the little ones. While the kids play, parents can enjoy their picnic basket and bottle of Skilpadvlei wine.

Where: Skilpadvlei Wine Farm, Stellenbosch
When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
Time: 10h00 – 16h00
Cost: R185 per child | R295 per adult

For more info or bookings, email berenise@skilpadvlei.co.za.

Easter at Vredenheim Animal Farm

Bring the whole family for an enchanting Easter celebration at Vredenheim Animal Farm. It’s set to be an egg-citing event filled with fun, sweet treats, and delightful surprises for parents. For the kids, there will be an exciting Easter egg hunt. To keep it fair, kids will hunt for paper Easter eggs inside the Animal Farm and then trade them for marshmallow eggs at the food court. Plus, the little ones will get to meet the Easter Bunny and the furry residents of the Animal Farm.

There will also be hidden surprises for the wine-loving adults at the Big Cats Park.

Where: Vredenheim Animal Farm, Stellenbosch
When: 30 March – 1 April 2024
Time: 09h00 – 17h00
Cost: Entry for kids is R60, adults R40 & pensioners R35

Click HERE to find out more.

Easter Sunday Feast at Lanzerac

Come together this Easter Sunday for a joyful gathering. Lanzerac is hosting a sumptuous Easter feast and they invite you to gather with friends and family at the Manor Kitchen restaurant. Join them amidst the Winelands’ elegance for an enchanting afternoon filled with love, laughter, and a scrumptious feast on your table. Manor Kitchen boasts the perfect setting to escape everyday life and indulge in re-imagined gastronomy created by their executive chef, Stephen Fraser. The family-style menu includes dishes such as Cape Malay pickled fish, apricot stuffed lamb, mustard duchess potatoes, chocolate brownies, and so much more.

Where: Manor Kitchen, Lanzerac Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
When: Sunday, 31 March 2024
Time: 12h00
Cost: R680 per person

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Easter Trail Run at L’Avenir

End the Easter weekend outdoors with Dirtopia’s Easter Trail Run at L’Avenir, and perhaps you’ll spot the Easter Bunny! Autumn is a wonderful time of year to enjoy the colourful scenery in the winelands. Running the trails at L’Avenir is always a special experience. The routes pass between the vineyards and orchards, boasting picturesque views. The longer routes also cross the neighbouring Nooitgedacht farm.

Afterwards, relax on the lawns at the dam while you sip on some bubbly and enjoy your complimentary Easter egg while waiting for the prizegiving and lucky draw – prizes include Sportsman’s Warehouse vouchers, L’Avenir wines, and Falke products.

Where: L’Avenir Wine Estate, Stellenbosch
When:Monday, 1 April 2024
Time: From 07h30
Cost: R60 – R175

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Paarl

Perdeberg Cellar’s Easter Extravaganza

As the harvest starts slowing down, Perdeberg invites you to celebrate the joy of autumn with their delightful Easter-themed activities: the Easter Kiddies Pairing and Easter Lunch Feast.

Their Easter Kiddies Pairing is always a highlight, and this year Perdeberg is rewarding the kids’ hard work with an egg decorating competition. Simply book the pairing, decorate the eggs and share your creation on Facebook, and you’ll stand a chance to win a children’s bicycle!

On Easter Sunday, Perdeberg is hosting an Easter Lunch Feast. The delectable two-course meal consists of slow-roasted tender lamb with grilled baby brinjals, crowned with a herby yoghurt dressing; plus juicy poached pears for dessert.

Where: Perdeberg Cellar, Paarl
When: Easter weekend 2024
Time: Easter lunch feast: 12h00 – 14h00
Cost: R85 per kids pairing | Easter Lunch Feast: R285 per person & R195 per child u14

Click HERE to find out more.

Easter Fun at Rhebokskloof 2024

Easter Fun at Rhebokskloof returns for another 4 days of unprecedented fun in the sun for 2024! Get ready for a weekend full of Easter goodness in the heart of the Paarl Winelands where the kids get to run and play while enjoying a variety of fun Easter activities outdoors. From the much-anticipated Easter egg hunt to cooling off on the slippery slides to a petting zoo, this event offers a safe environment for the little ones. The grown-ups get to take a much deserved break with a glass of wine surrounded by beautiful views and fresh air.

Where: Rhebokskloof Estate, Paarl
When: 29 March – 1 April 2024
Time: 11h00 – 16h00
Cost: R80 – R150

Click HERE to book.

Franschhoek

Gather all things Easter at Babylonstoren

Visit the Babylonstoren farm this Easter to celebrate the season and start gathering your favourite things. They won’t even hide the treats! The Farm Shop is filled with Easter favourites such as pastel chocolate eggs, praline-filled chocolate hens, egg-shaped iced biscuits and pillow-soft hot cross loaves, baked fresh every morning. You can also shop their collection of Easter eats, decor and gifts from their online shop, delivered to your doorstep nationwide. Babylonstoren is here to help make your Easter gatherings golden!

Where: Farm Shop, Babylonstoren Farm, Franschhoek
When: March – early April 2024

Easter celebrations at Vrede en Lust

Vrede en Lust in the Franschhoek Valley is planning a weekend full of bunny kisses and Easter wishes. Indulge in a special limited-edition artisanal hot cross bun and wine pairing – a delightful experience for your taste buds. It includes Sarah bubbly, Artisan Chardonnay and Lady J Syrah wines, perfectly paired with flavoured hot cross buns. will have its own Easter treats of freshly baked hot cross buns and delicious hot cross bun-flavoured ice cream.

Make a weekend of it and book a stay at Vrede en Lust’s charming vineyard rooms, cottages or Manor House. As part of their Easter itinerary for in-house guests, you’ll enjoy complimentary access to the Alpaca Loom farm and children will receive their own Easter paint kit to create their own unique chocolate Easter eggs.

Where: Vrede en Lust, Franschhoek
When: 29 March – 1 April 2024

Click HERE to book.

Constantia

Easter with Steenberg: Explore a world of adventure

Surrounded by sprawling vineyards and the Cape’s iconic mountains, Steenberg is as much an escape from city life as it is home to the spirit of adventure. This Easter, experience the full magic of Steenberg with two special events: an Easter Sunday Lunch and Hidden Egg Challenge.

At the Easter Sunday Lunch at Tryn, a specially crafted Easter menu by chef Kerry Kilpin and her team brings loved ones together for an unforgettable feast. Start with a glass of Steenberg 1682 Chardonnay Cap Classique on arrival, before experiencing the menu which includes traditional dishes and decadent chocolate treats in true Easter style.

Unlock a true sense of adventure with the Hidden Egg Challenge. Perfect for the whole family, the challenge will see kids and their parents hunt high and low for hidden eggs. Search every nook around the gardens, spa, restaurants, and the tasting room for the treasures; and who knows? One lucky hunter might stumble on the coveted grand prize!