Walk for the Wild – Delheim Wine Estate

Run, hike and dress like a leopard! Join Walk for the Wild at Delheim Wine Estate and experience a spectacular 10 km mountain trail while supporting the Cape Leopard Trust and the Greater Simonsberg Conservancy.

A fun outdoor adventure helping to protect leopards and their fragile habitat.

Walk for the Wild – Delheim Wine Estate

Join us on 9 May 2026 for the inaugural Walk for the Wild, a unique trail experience on the slopes of Delheim Wine Estate. Enjoy a scenic 10 km hike or trail run along Delheim’s Leopard Trail, with sweeping views over the Stellenbosch valley and the landscapes these elusive predators call home.

By participating, you’ll help raise awareness and support conservation efforts that protect leopards and their mountain habitat, helping ensure these magnificent animals continue to roam our mountains for generations to come.

Join the Dress-Up Fun

Come dressed in your best leopard outfit for a chance to win the Best Dressed Leopard Prize!

To enter:

1. Take a photo of your full leopard outfit on the trail
2. Post it on Instagram
3. Tag @delheimwines, @greater_simonsberg_conservancy and @capeleopardtrust

Winners will be announced on Delheim’s official platforms.

Event Details

• Date: 9 May 2026
• Distance: 10 km
• Trail runners start: 08:00 sharp
• Hikers: Rolling start from 08:00 – 10:00
• 
  

Important notes: Participants are welcome to hike at their own pace. Please start by 9am if you want to take part in the Best Dressed competition. All runners MUST start at 08:00 – no runners will be allowed to start after this time for the safety of both runners and hikers.

Your Ticket Includes

• A Delheim wine tasting
• A donation to the Cape Leopard Trust
• A contribution to ongoing conservation efforts
• Access to Delheim’s 10 km Leopard Trail, one of the most scenic routes on the estate

After your hike, you’re welcome to visit the Delheim Garden Restaurant or Tasting Room (bookings recommended).

Lace up, dress up, and Walk for the Wild!