Waterford Estate Wine Tour in Stellenbosch: Small Group Tastings

Taste your way through Stellenbosch's boutique estates and micro-cellars in one afternoon.

A private wine tour in Stellenbosch for groups of two to eight, led by a licensed guide who takes you to Waterford Estate and other boutique wineries to taste Chenin Blanc, Pinotage and award-winning wines paired with local cheeses, a light lunch platter and chocolate. The tour runs six to seven hours and includes all tastings, food pairings, gratuities and hotel or local pickup.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private wine tasting tour in Stellenbosch

• Visit oldest Stellenbosch winery
• Taste Chenin blanc and Pinotage with cheese
• Enjoy light lunch with wine at Helderberg
• Experience chocolate and wine pairing

The experience

Waterford Estate anchors this tour as one of Stellenbosch's oldest wineries, where you'll taste top wines produced on the boutique estate itself. From there, the day moves through hidden gems: a second stop focuses on Chenin Blanc and Pinotage paired with local artisanal cheeses, then a third takes you south of town to the foot of the Helderberg mountain for more wines and a light lunch platter. The sequence is built around what each estate does best, not a checklist of stops.

The final stop is a multi-sensory experience pairing chocolate with wine while the guide walks you through the estate's sustainable farming practices and how their award-winning wines are crafted. All wine tasting fees, food pairings, lunch and gratuities are included, so there's no hidden cost at each stop. A licensed guide drives an air-conditioned vehicle and handles the route, leaving you free to focus on the wines and the stories behind them.

The tour is exclusive to groups of two to eight people, which means you're never part of a crowd at the estates. Pickup is included from your hotel or a nearby meeting point in Stellenbosch. The whole experience runs between six and seven hours, so you can plan the rest of your day around it.

What’s included

• Coffee or tea.
• a light lunch platter.
• all wine tasting fees and food pairings.
• gratuities.
• pickup from your hotel or a local meeting point in Stellenbosch.
• and transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:30

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 37 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by Vine Root Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full day of active exploration across multiple estates with included meals and tastings, rather than a leisurely tasting at one or two locations.

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Top questions

What wines will I taste on this Stellenbosch tour?

Waterford Estate and the other boutique wineries focus on Chenin Blanc and Pinotage, along with other top wines produced at each estate. The specific selections depend on what's available during your visit, and the guide will explain what makes each one distinctive.

Is lunch included in the Stellenbosch wine tour?

Yes, a light lunch platter is served at the third stop, at the foot of the Helderberg mountain. The platter is paired with wines from that estate and is included in the tour price.

How many people can join this private wine tour?

Groups are limited to two to eight people, so you're exploring the estates with a small party rather than a large tour group.

What happens at the final stop on the tour?

The final stop is a chocolate and wine pairing experience where you'll learn about the estate's sustainable farming practices and how their award-winning wines are made. This multi-sensory tasting wraps up the day.

Does the tour price include gratuities and tasting fees?

Yes, all wine tasting fees, food pairings and gratuities are included in the tour price. You won't need to pay extra at each estate.