
At GRAVEL&TAR, we specialise in curating unforgettable bespoke cycling experiences with our premium fleet of bikes in and around Cape Town - a city where mountains meet the ocean.
EVERY RIDE
TELLS A STORY
Whether you’re a passionate cyclist or visitor looking to explore the Cape’s natural beauty on two wheels, our custom-designed rides through Cape Town, Franschhoek, and Stellenbosch offer the perfect blend of adventure, luxury, and local insight.
RIDE THE EDGE OF THE CONTINENT
Explore some of the most dramatic coastal roads in the world, including:
CHAPMAN'S PEAK DRIVE
A world-famous cliff-hugging route with panoramic and majestic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
SIMON'S TOWN & CAPE POINT
A rolling ride past charming fishing villages and penguin colonies.





ICONIC CLIMBS & HIDDEN BACKROADS
We’ll take you beyond the tourist routes and into the soul of Cape Town’s cycling culture.
CONSTANTIA NEK AND OU KAAPSE WEG
For sweeping climbs and descents.
QUIET BACKROADS
Through vineyards and forested valleys, tailored to suit your skill level.





CYCLING THROUGH THE HEART OF THE WINELANDS
Known for its French heritage and exquisite vineyards, Franschhoek provides a dream setting for cyclists.
Our rides here weave through rolling wine valleys, dramatic mountain passes, and charming farm roads.





HERITAGE, HILLS & VINEYARDS
With its oak-lined streets, historic architecture, and award-winning wineries, Stellenbosch is a cycling paradise.
Our bespoke routes explore quiet countryside roads, vineyard-lined climbs, and panoramic ridgelines with views stretching as far as the eye can see.





WHY RIDE WITH GRAVEL&TAR?
TAILORED ITINERARIES
Every ride can be designed to challenge and inspire, with distances and elevation to match your fitness and ambition.
PREMIUM BIKES
Our fleet of the latest Specialized bikes is maintained at the highest level.
LOCAL EXPERTISE
Being Cape based, we know the roads and of course the best post-ride spots.
MORE THAN JUST A RIDE
At GRAVEL&TAR, we believe your cycling experience should reflect the riches of the Cape. Our bespoke packages can include:
* Curated coffee stops at local cycling cafes.
* Post-ride lunches at any of the best wine estates.
* Optional training rides for performance cyclists.
Whether you’re training for a race, on a luxury getaway, or simply want to ride some of the most spectacular routes in the world, GRAVEL&TAR will craft an experience as unique as you are.
