AFRICAMPS AT DOOLHOF, WELLINGTON

The Doolhof team is excited to welcome guests to a variety of offerings on this picturesque wine farm. Over the years, the property has evolved into an award-winning one-stop destination, and today is widely known as ‘Destination Doolhof’.

Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted by George, your friendly camp host, whose genuine hospitality will make you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Throughout your stay, George is available to assist with anything you may need.

Located in one of the most beautiful parts of the Cape Winelands, 16 fully equipped boutique glamping tents are surrounded by breathtaking mountains and sweeping vineyards. Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting at the charming tasting room, explore the vineyard or river hike, and wine and dine at the elegant Mila Restaurant.

Sit back, relax, and take in the unique wine country experience. Whether you are a wine connoisseur or simply looking for a relaxing getaway, Doolhof Wine Estate offers an unforgettable experience filled with natural beauty, culinary delights, and unrivalled hospitality.

Check-in: From 14h00 to 17h00 on day of arrival
Check-out: Before 10h00 on day of departure

Check-in arrangements need to be made and guests are kindly requested to inform the specific AfriCamps host of their estimated time of arrival. This ensures a smooth check-in experience. Full check-in information will be provided in your booking confirmation email.

HIKING & WALKING TRAILS

River Walk

Follow the treelined path for about 3.5 km and enjoy the scenic views along the river. Settle down for a delicious picnic at one of the designated picnic sites along the trail.

Vineyard & Kids’ MTB Route

Enjoy a 4 km walk through vineyards against the backdrop of Doolhof Wine Estate, which boasts mysterious hills and valleys that are home to many small mammals, such as bucks, porcupines, baboons, and even a shy leopard. This trail is perfect for kids to zoom along the jeep tracks.

Doolhof Mountain Trail

For spectacular views of the estate and the surrounding winelands, head out on a 13 km hike to the summit and back. The predominantly single track trail has an elevation of 650 metres and takes between 4 and 7 hours. View trail map.

Blue Route/Warthog Loop (11 km)

The route begins just before the workers’ houses on the road leading to Oaklands (look for the ‘Tunnel Vision’ sign). Follow the blue signs, which will eventually lead you back to Doolhof Boutique Hotel. This route is part of the Wild Boar MTB trail and can be explored on foot or by bike. If you are walking, please be aware that you might encounter mountain bikers you need to give way. A permit is required.

Welvanpas Hiking Route (9 km)

Take the gravel road back towards Wellington. After approximately 1.5 km, you will arrive at Welvanpas Farm. Turn right into the parking area and follow the signs marked with a foot impression. From there, the round trip is about 6 km, with an additional 1.5 km back to Doolhof Boutique Hotel. Please note that this trail is not suitable for mountain biking.

MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS

Wellington is well known for its spectacular mountain biking trails. Bring along your mountain bike and start the trails right from Doolhof.

Guests can cycle anywhere on the farm or buy a day permit for the popular Wild Boar trails. Your permit can be paid via SnapScan at R100 per person. Please enquire with your host for further information.

The kids will enjoy the quick 3.5 km dash through the vineyards, complete with two river crossings. This is the same route as the Vineyard Walk, so parents can walk along.

DOOLHOF TRAILS MAP

Check out the Doolhof map for hiking and MTB trails to discover the best routes for your adventure.

Kids’ Play Area

Ideal for little adventurers, our kids’ play area encourages active play, imagination, and social interaction. Bring your children to explore, climb, and have a fantastic time!

SPA TREATMENTS

Enjoy a spa treatment from the comfort of your tent. Choose between various massages, a manicure or pedicure, or a facial, and kick off your stay in style.

Bookings are essential and must be confirmed 24 hours in advance. Prices are subject to change and will be confirmed upon booking. Contact your host to book.

• Massage therapy
• Aromatherapy massage
• Swedish massage
• Deep tissue massage
• Back and neck massage (45 min)
• Manicure (45 min)
• Pedicure (50 min)
• Foot massage (30 min)
• Facial (60 min)

WINE TASTING

The understated elegance and earthy tones of Doolhof’s tasting room perfectly complement their award-winning wines. Enjoy cosy tastings during the winter months, or take in the stunning views from the indigenous gardens in summer. The beauty of the Cape’s wine country is embodied in every sip. AfriCamps guests can enjoy a complimentary tasting of five Doolhof wines.

MILA RESTAURANT AT DOOLHOF

Mila Restaurant is located within the estate in a historic wagon house from the late 19th century, offering a boutique dining experience with breathtaking views of the Wellington mountains. Using fresh, high-quality ingredients and blending classic techniques with innovative methods, they create flavours that are both vibrant and unique.

THE LABYRINTH

As a tribute to the estate’s history and labyrinthine characteristics, a small labyrinth was constructed close to the entrance of the farm. This is a fun spot for the kids to play and make their way through the labyrinth. Did you know the name ‘Doolhof’ translates to ‘labyrinth’?

PICNICS

Delicious picnic lunches, which include a bottle of Doolhof white or red wine, are available with both vegetarian and kiddies options. You can enjoy the picnic during the river walk, vineyard hike, or on a grassy spot on the farm. Contact your host to book a picnic basket.

WOOD-FIRED HOT TUBS

All 16 tents offer the exclusive use of their own outdoor wood-fired hot tub. A wood-fired hot tub is the purest form of relaxation. Soak up the beautiful surroundings while listening to the calming crackle of the fire, or take a dip to cool down during the hot Wellington summers.

Wine Farms & Distilleries

AfriCamps at Doolhof is nestled at the end of the Bovlei Valley and offers an authentic winelands experience. Taste delicious wines on award-winning wine estates such as Doolhof Wine Estate, Dunstone, Val du Charron, Welvanpas Family Vineyards, or Bosman Family Vineyards, many of which offer country-style lunches and snacks. Some of the estates are within walking distance of Doolhof, but you can also enjoy a bike ride between the wine farms. Try world-class organic brandy, grappa, port, and Cabernet Sauvignon from Upland Organic Wine and Brandy Estate, or take a distillery tour at James Sedgwick Distillery, where grain and malt whiskies are distilled.

Wellington Wine Walk

Enjoy the Wellington Wine Walk with well-informed guides who will introduce you to the local personalities and products of the area by guiding you along private property and quaint routes. They promise to unlock many of the well-kept secrets of Wellington and trust that your walk will be a rewarding experience.

Mountain Biking Trails

Wellington has amazing mountain biking trails for beginners, intermediate, and advanced riders. A detailed map of trails is available at the tasting room.

Our suggested mountain biking routes are:

Potbelly Kids Ride

This route starts and finishes at Val du Charron, where beginners can experience the 3.3 km long trail through vineyards or flat roads.

Cross Country

This route starts and ends at Doolhof Wine Estate. The route is 4.3 km long and for intermediate to advanced mountain bikers.

Flat Hog

This 42 km trail is for beginners to intermediate riders. The trail will take 1.5 to 3 hours and will lead you through beautiful open gravel roads and small sections of jeep track.

Scout Loop

The Scout Loop is a beautiful trail for intermediate to advanced riders with an ascent of 928 metres. The trail is 20.5 km long and takes 1 to 3 hours.

Wild Boar

This 42.3 km trail has an ascent of 1,495 metres. It is loved by intermediate to advanced riders.

Warthog

The Warthog trail is 36.3 km long and will take 2.5 to 5 hours. It will take you to a high peak with an ascent of 1,229 metres.

Porcupine Loop

A short ride for adventurous intermediate riders that will take 1.5 to 3 hours.

Hedgehog Loop

The Hedgehog Loop is a 16.4 km trail with a 679 metre ascent and is suitable for intermediate riders.

Bainskloof Pass

In the mid-19th century, a good connection route from the region around Wellington to the inland of South Africa was needed. In 1846, Andrew Geddes Bain explored the mountain, and in 1849, began with the construction of a road through the gorge. Today, the 26 km Bainskloof Pass is recognised as a national monument and makes for a beautiful drive with stunning views over the Boland.

Hiking

Limietberg Nature Reserve offers various hiking trails through fynbos-rich areas dotted with clear rock pools, giving hikers the opportunity to cool down. The reserve is a 10-minute drive from Doolhof. Here are a few of our suggestions:

Rock Hopper (7.5 km/5 hours)

Walk up or downstream. Find your own way up or down the boulder-strewn riverbed of the Witte River. Start from the Bainskloof Lodge parking area, climb down to the river, and follow it downstream to Tweede Tol. The trail alternates between rock hopping, walking, and swimming through to the last pool at Tweede Tol.

Murasie (7 km/3 hours)

There and back. An easy stroll up to the ruins of Hugo’s Rest, a house seemingly surrounded by ill fortune. The trail starts at the Bainskloof Lodge parking area. About 150 metres from the parking area, you climb over a fence using a wooden stile. Follow a jeep track past a memorial. Walk a little further and take your next turn to the right to find the haunted ruin. This route is ideal for large groups, with some good swimming pools along the way.

Happy Valley (10 km/6 hours)

There and back. This route follows a section of the Limietberg Trail and ends at Junction Pool. The trail is limited to 12 people per day. Starting at the Bainskloof Lodge parking area, follow the gravel road for about 150 metres, and then climb over a fence using the wooden stile. Follow the jeep track parallel to the Witte River, which has some spine-tingling pools. Junction Pool is one of the most popular pools in the Boland mountains. Look out for a furrow, Die Witrivier se Grip, that was built by farmers in 1856 to divert water from the Witte River to the Berg River Valley.

Bobbejaansrivier (9 km/5 hours)

There and back. The trail starts at the Bainskloof Lodge parking area. It winds along the Bobbejaans River, a tributary of the Witte River. You cross the Witte River for an easy walk along a contour above the river. After about 3.5 km, there is a turn-off to inviting pools in the river. The final 750 metres ascend steeply to the three-tiered waterfall. This trail is very popular in summer when disas and giant proteas are in bloom. The Witte River is difficult to cross in winter.

Spice Route, Paarl

Spice Route is your one-stop destination for all things delicious and crafty in the Cape Winelands. Taste it all! The Cape Brewing Company’s brewery and tasting room is located at Spice Route, where you can enjoy tasters of all their beers. Taste Spice Route Wines paired with platters of cheese and charcuterie at the tasting room. De Villiers Chocolate tasting is more than a tasting – it’s a chocolate experience, and should definitely be on your Spice Route bucket list. Wilderer’s gin tasting is another favourite. Take home some fynbos gin – it’s their specialty. After all the tasting, settle down for lunch with a remarkable winelands view at La Grapparia (amazing pizzas and flamkuchen) or Biltong and Barley – more CBC beer on tap, paired with biltong or their amazing burgers! Stop over at Fairview next door for their delicious cheese selection and wines.

Wellington Museum

The Wellington Museum features not only the cultures, artefacts, traditional tools, musical instruments, and jewellery of various African ethnic groups, but also prides itself in having ties with countries as far afield as America, England, Scotland, France, and the Netherlands. It exhibits Stone Age artefacts, a major collection of Egyptian artefacts, and tells the stories of various pioneers who made their mark on the history of South Africa. Visit the museum and discover the age-old mysteries of Africa.

Wellington Heritage Trail (Walking Tour)

The Wellington Heritage Trail starts at the Wellington Tourism Info Office, located next to the Dutch Reformed Church and the statue of Dr. Andrew Murray, which dates back to the 1840s, follow this walking tour through the historical centre of Wellington.

BREAKFAST BASKETS

We offer two ‘Cook-Your-Own’ breakfast basket options that are placed in the tents for guests to prepare. Pre-order your breakfast basket when making your booking. Breakfast baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each breakfast basket includes the following:

Eggs
Breakfast sausage*
Bacon*
Two slices of ciabatta
Jam and butter
Cheese
Fresh pastry (changes daily)
Muesli
Yoghurt
Fruit
Juice
Milk

*Vegetarian option (available on request).

Cost: R180 per adult | R140 per child (0 to 12 yrs)

BRAAI BASKETS

We offer ‘Cook-Your-Own’ traditional South African braai baskets and burger baskets that are placed in the tents for guests to prepare. Pre-order your braai basket when making your booking. Dinner baskets should be booked a day in advance.

Each breakfast basket includes the following:

Boerewors*
Steak*
Garden green salad
Side starch dish (pasta salad, potato salad, or bean salad)
Bread side (roosterkoek, braaibroodjie, or garlic bread)
Marshmallow skewers

*Vegetarian option (available on request). Enquire for options.

Cost: R250 per adult | R180 per child (0 to 12 yrs)

PICNICS

Picnics can be booked from the tasting room to enjoy anywhere on the farm. Reservations should be made 24 hours in advance with a 50% deposit, and by 12h00 on Fridays for a weekend picnic basket.

Contact: +27 (0)76 570 9456 | E-mail: guestrelations@doolhof.com 

Ingredients
Selection of local cheeses
Hams*
Preserves
Olives
Baguette
Selection pates
Seasonal fruit
Salad of the day
A sweet treat

*Vegetarian and kiddies options (available on request). Please let us know if you have any allergies.

Dining Out

There are a number of great restaurants in town – from coffee shops to fine dining.

Pizza Vista (best for pizza)
Langkloof Roses (best for tea time)
The Stone Kitchen (best for breakfast)
The Grillroom (best for dinner)
Welvanpas (best for mountain bikers)

Booking is essential, especially during peak seasons. Please ask the farm for assistance with this.

AfriCamps at Doolhof operates a generator during load shedding. Guests will have access to all amenities during load shedding including lights, power plugs, and warm water.

Our tents sleep up to five guests, but our rates are based on a two-person stay. Please note that the rates below are a price indication, please use our online booking calendar to check live rates and availability. Extras like meals, activities and tours are not included in the price unless otherwise stated.

Cleaning Fee: All rates exclude a once-off R250 cleaning fee per booking. This fee will be added to your total during the booking process.

Please find our full terms and conditions here: www.africamps.com/terms-and-conditions/

Accommodation

All tents sleep a maximum of five people. The following items or services are not included in the price unless otherwise stated:

• Food and beverages
• Activities and tours
• Additional daily cleaning service (available on request)
• Wood and firelighters for the wood stove and campfires (for sale at the property shop)

Pets

We do not allow pets at our camp.

Music

No noise, parties or music are allowed in the camp unless the guest has booked the entire camp for a function.

Day visitors

No day visitors are allowed in the camp. Out of consideration for fellow guests, the camp will only accommodate up to 5 paying guests per tent. 

PENSIONER SPECIAL

Enjoy 15% off a midweek stay!

From a discounted rate of R1352 per night for 2 adults sharing, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025 for midweek stays only
• Excludes weekends and peak season (13 December 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Rates are based on 2 adults sharing
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Extra adults can be booked at R295 pn
• Extra kids aged 3-16 are R195 pn
• Person booking must be 60+
• ID number required when booking
• ID to be presented upon check-in
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and select the camp and the dates you wish to visit.
• Enter your promo code: GoldenGlamping in the Do you have a promo code field. Click on the apply button.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter your ID number.

SINGLE PARENT SPECIAL

Kids stay FREE!

From R1590 per night, excl. fees

• Valid until 30 April 2025
• Excludes long weekends and peak season (13 December 2024 – 11 January 2025)
• Self-catering glamping tent (sleeps 5)
• Kids stay free (applies to kids aged 3-16)
• 1 Adult per booking (if an extra adult is added after the booking has been made, the special will no longer apply)
• T&Cs apply

How to book

• Visit www.africamps.com and book your stay.
• In the Special Requests block, at the bottom of the booking form, please enter the voucher code: SingleParentSpecial.
• Select EFT payment, and receive your discounted invoice via email.