Harkerville Forest MTB Trails
Four colour-coded MTB routes through ancient Knysna indigenous forest — the Red Route’s coastal cliff traverse high above the Indian Ocean is rated among the most scenic mountain bike rides in South Africa.
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Contermanskloof MTB Trails
Purpose-built MTB trail network in the Durbanville Hills north of Cape Town — flowing fynbos singletrack with Winelands views, accessible from Cape Town’s northern suburbs in under 30 minutes.
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Banhoek Conservancy MTB Trails
Hidden gem in the Cape Winelands — wilderness riding through 12,000 hectares of pristine fynbos and indigenous forest in the valley between the Simonsberg, Hottentots Holland and Franschhoek mountain ranges.
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Paul Cluver Estate MTB Trails
MTB through apple orchards, ancient indigenous forest and open fynbos within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the cool Elgin Valley — one of South Africa’s most celebrated wine estates with world-class post-ride tasting.
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Majik Forest MTB Trails
Tucked into the Tokai area of Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs, Majik Forest is the go-to destination for beginner riders, families with children and anyone looking for fun, accessible trail riding in a beautiful shaded forest environment. Built around a purpose-designed pump track and progressive trail system, Majik Forest has introduced thousands of Cape Town riders to the joys of singletrack riding.
What to Expect
Majik Forest centres around a well-designed pump track — a flowing, berm-filled circuit where riders learn to generate speed by pumping the terrain rather than pedalling. No experience required: the pump track is suitable for ages 5 and upward and is an excellent tool for developing the fundamental skills of MTB riding at any age. From the pump track, a network of beginner-friendly singletrack winds through beautiful mature forest, providing a taste of trail riding in a completely low-consequence environment.
The forest setting is genuinely beautiful — mature trees provide shade even on the hottest summer days, and the smooth flowing character of the trails makes it an ideal venue for introducing children to MTB. Many of Cape Town’s best riders trace their origins back to Majik Forest.
Getting There
Located adjacent to the Tokai Picnic Area on Tokai Road, Southern Suburbs, Cape Town. Park at the Tokai Picnic Area and follow the signs into Majik Forest. GPS: -34.0580, 18.4170. Emergency number: 087 059 0000.
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Meerendal Wine Estate MTB Trails
Scenic trail riding through historic Durbanville Hills vineyards with Table Mountain views — under 30 minutes from Cape Town with Pinotage, Shiraz and Chenin Blanc waiting at the finish.
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