Things to do
Discover the beauty of Botrivier and all that Beaumont Family Wines has to offer. Nestled in the foothills of the Houw Hoek Mountains, our historic farm is the perfect base to explore the area. Wander along scenic vineyard walks, enjoy mountain biking through the fynbos-covered hills, or spend a relaxing afternoon fishing in our peaceful farm dams. Our working watermill and rich winemaking heritage offer a glimpse into the history that shapes everything we do.
Hiking
Our mountain offers amazing trails, which you can walk or run! Our trails can be enjoyed as self-guided trips. There is also the opportunity to join a 4 day slackpacking hike, ending up at Beaumont. Check our the Greenmountain Trail.
We are proud members of the Groenlandberg Conservancy and actively involved in number of conservation initiatives. See below for a Map
Birding
We have some wonderful birdlife on the farm so don’t forget your binoculars! Bird spotters are welcome to search out the wide variety of bird species found on the farm and in the mountain.
See below for detailed information on Birds of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve as well as an PDF with a list of birds.
Mountain Biking
Come and experience the newly built and fabricated mountain bike trails.
It is 6km trail, great for doing time trials. Bands for this cost R50 and can be purchased at our deli. This band also gives you access to tall the Kleinmond trails, starting at the bike park in Kleinmond.
If you are travelling and don’t have you bike with you Go Bike Hermanus offers delivery of bikes directly to the farm.
Walks
Enjoy beautiful walks while visiting us. Either while staying in our cottages or after a long and lazy lunch at our deli. For a self-guided tour collect a map at the tasting room.
Fishing
With both our dams stocked with bass and trout, our cottage guests are welcome to fish at any time. Fishing rods can be pre-arranged. Catch and release only.
Bot River
- Manny’s is our very own Portuguese restaurant across the street.
- Join the locals for drinks on the stoep of the Bot River Hotel
- Enjoy a meal at Wildekrans – www.wildekrans.com
- Cornellskop Wildlife Encounters – www.cornellskop.co.za
- Wild Horses of the Bot River Lagoon, Rooisand
- Dassiesfontein and Houw Hoek Farmstall both offer fresh produce and other interesting products.
- Tour the Bot River Wineries – For more information visit www.botriverwineries.com
- Play Padel at Houw Hoek Hotel – www.houwhoekhotel.com
