Valentine's Sunset Hike @ Muratie 2026

Valentine’s Sunset Hike at Muratie ??

Saturday, 14 February 2026

Sunset: 19h38

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a sunset hike on the beautiful trails of Muratie Wine Farm. Enjoy a glass of Muratie Johanna Dry Rosé and relax with your own picnic at the foot of Simonsberg as the sun sets over the Winelands.

The circular hiking route starts and ends at the Dirtopia Trail Centre. The marked trail is approximately 3.5km and leads to a scenic lookout point with spectacular views. The climb includes hand-built steps and takes around 30–45 minutes (or more), so please arrive no later than 18h30 to ensure you reach the top in time.

A glass of Muratie Dry Rosé will be poured on arrival at the picnic area. Bring a blanket to sit on while you enjoy the sunset. A Muratie wine station will be available at the lookout point, where you can enjoy your own picnic. Extra wine (red or white) will be available for purchase — card or cash accepted.

The walk back to the Trail Centre takes approximately 20–30 minutes. Snacks and drinks will be on sale at the Trail Centre when you collect your permit, and the coffee station will be open until 21h00.

Important info:

• Arrival: From 17h30 • Latest hiking start: 18h30 (self-paced hike)

• Distance: ±3.5km circular route

• Return time: Between 20h00–20h30, depending on pace

Venue:

Dirtopia Trail Centre, Muratie Wine Farm; Knorhoek Road, off the R44, near Stellenbosch

Cost:

R185 per person (includes a glass of Dry Rosé at the lookout)

R75 for children under 12 (includes after-hours permit)

Bookings:

Online booking essential via

www.dirtpass.co.za/product/tickets

Please bring:

A warm layer for after dark, a torch, your own snacks/picnic and sturdy walking or hiking shoes. This is a mountain trail with varied terrain.

What’s included

• Access to the marked 3.5km sunset hiking route

• After-hours trail permit

• One glass of Muratie Johanna Dry Rosé at the lookout point

• Scenic sunset views over the Winelands

Bottle of MCC in the lucky draw for one couple

What to bring

• Your own picnic or snacks

• Blanket to sit on

• Torch or headlamp

• Warm layer for after sunset

• Comfortable walking or hiking shoes

• Extra cash or card if you’d like to buy wine at the lookout

All hikers must adhere to the rules of the trail and Dirtopia’s terms and conditions.

NO SMOKING OR FIRES (which includes the use of gas stoves) on the mountain. Latest time to start hiking back – 20h00 Leave no trace - DO NOT LITTER. Return wine glasses to the wine stand please.

Alcohol to be consumed in a responsible manner. Stay on hiking trail marked with blue footprints – do NOT follow bike paths. Remember not to leave valuables in your vehicle. For safety – do not get separated from a group.