Nestled south of the Elandsberg Mountains on the banks the tranquil Breede River, just 90 minutes from Cape Town, Viljoensdrift wine farm offers more than just a taste of their distinctive wines. Here visitors can trail their feet in the cool waters of the Breede River on board the elegant flat-bottomed river boat named Uncle Ben 2 while feasting on sumptuous fare from the farm’s deli and a bottle or two of Viljoensdrift’s fine wines.

The trip lasts for 50 minutes and the boat departs daily at 12:00 irrespective of the number of passengers; up to its maximum capacity of 36. Thereafter there will be trips hourly by advance bookings only for groups with a minimum of 6 adults or a minimum fee.