Spectator Point A: Hasher Family Wines

Hasher Family Wines hosts the first Spectator Point of Stage 1 and provides breathtaking views of the Hemel en Aarde Valley as the teams race through the estate’s grounds in the early kilometres of the stage. Fans who arrive early will be amongst the first to see the GC leaders in the 2023 Absa Cape Epic Ciovita leader jerseys.

Spectator Offering: Wine tasting can be booked ahead of time.

GPS Coordinates: 34°22’02.9” S 19°15’18.9” E

Driving time from start: 20 min

Leaders expected at 07:50

Spectator Point B: Creation Wines

Creation Wines, one of the many famed wine estates hosts the first spectator point of Stage 1; teams will be fresh and eager to hear the cheers of friends and family.

Spectator Offering: Wine tasting and/or coffee.

GPS Coordinates: 34°19'48.66"S 9°19'33.95"E 

Driving time from Spectator Point A: 10 min

Leaders expected at: 08:20

Spectator Point C: The One

The ONE, an exclusive state-of-the-art venue, is conveniently located on Shaw’s Pass, situated between Hermanus and Caledon, and offers incredible opportunities to cheer on teams as they approach the halfway mark of Stage 1.

GPS Coordinates: 34°18'28.88"S 19°24'52.17"E

Driving time from Spectator Point B Creation Wines: 20 min

Leaders expected at: 08:55

Spectator Point D: Spookfontein

In the renowned Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, nestled between the Kleinrivier and Babilonstoring Mountains, lies Spookfontein, the third and final spectator point for Stage 1. 

Spectator Offering: Wine tasting and lunch at the Spookfontein restaurant.

GPS Coordinates:  34°21'20.47"S 19°17'20.45"E

Driving time from Spectator Point C: 25 min

Driving time to Finish: 25 min

Leaders expected at: 10:00

Spectator Point A: Stanford Market Square

The Stanford Market Square is the first opportunity for fans to catch a glimpse of teams as they refill and refuel at the USN Hydro station.

GPS Coordinates: 34°26'24.19"S 19°27'18.37"E

Driving time from Spectator Point A: 5 min

Leaders expected at: 07:53

Spectator Point B: Beloftebos

At the end of a dirt road, near the most southern tip of Africa, tucked away in a valley, lies the gem called Beloftebos. The family farm hosts a full water point and spectator point 3.

Spectator Offering: Access to MTB trails, self-catering cottages for those who would like to stay the night.

Driving time from Spectator Point B: 20 min

GPS Coordinates: 34°27'4.00"S19°36'25.69"E

Leaders expected at: 09:26

Spectator Point C: Stanford Valley Country Lodge

Stanford Valley Country Lodge, in the Kleinriver valley, is as picturesque of an Absa Cape Epic spectator point as you’re likely to find with sweeping mountain views from every vantage. With the spectator point being in the second half of the stage, teams will appreciate the cheers and applause to keep spirits high.

Spectator Offering: Restaurant

GPS Coordinates: 34°24'50.30"S 19°33'42.40"E

Driving time from Spectator Point C: 15min

Leaders expected at: 10:05

Spectator Point D: Sir Robert Stanford

Sir Robert Stanford Winery has been producing wine since the 1890s; in 2023 it plays host to the final Spectator Point of Stage 2 situated at water point 3. You will see teams refuel to tackle the last of the day’s demands. Bring your cheering voice, they’ll need it!

Spectator Offering: Restaurant for lunch and coffee.

GPS Coordinates: 34°25'36.15"S 19°27'50.76"E

Driving time from Spectator Point D: 15mins

Driving time to finish: 25mins

Leaders expected at: 10:31

Spectator Point A: Wildekrans

Fans will have a good opportunity to catch a glimpse of the teams as they ride from Hermanus to the new race village in Oak Valley Estate. Wine tasting at Wildekrans Wine Estate or book a picnic ahead of time at the Tasting Room.

Spectator Offering: Wine tasting at Wildekrans Wine Estate, The Tasting Room.

GPS Coordinates: 34°12'23.39"S 19°11'54.41"E

Driving time from start: 30 min

Leaders expected at: 08:34

Spectator Point B: Beaumont Wines

Beaumont is the second spectator point on this route; fans can expect wine tasting and fresh deli produce to savour while the riders continue on this stage.

Spectator Offering: Wine tasting, restaurant and deli.

GPS Coordinates: 34°13'25.82"S 19° 12'23.58"E

Driving time from Spectator Point A: 10min

Leaders expected at: 09:30

Spectator Point C: Houw Hoek

Voted as one of the best Farm Stalls in the Cape for 2022, Houw Hoek will have a relaxed feeling where young and old can enjoy great bites to eat, beverages and have a good view of some riders as well.

Spectator Offering: Farm Stall goodies, Restaurant, Food and Coffee stalls.

GPS Coordinates: 34°12'24.71"S 12° 8'54.51"E

Driving time from Spectator Point B: 20min

Driving time to finish: 30min

Leaders expected at: 10:21

Spectator Point D:

Paul Cluver Amphitheatre 

The final spot to see the riders finish their first moving day. This is also the first spectator point for the next stage, which is a time trial.

GPS Coordinates: 34°10'2.78"S 19° 5'31.73"E

Leaders expected to arrive 1 hour after starting.

Spectator Point: Paul Cluver Amphitheatre 

With Stage 4 being a time trial, there’s only one spectator point on the 47km route. The Paul Cluver Amphitheatre provides the best possible opportunity to cheer on the leaders and watch friends and family as they enter the second half of race week.

GPS Coordinates: 34°10'2.78"S 19° 5'31.73"E

Driving time from and back to start: 20mins

Leaders expected to arrive 1 hour after starting.

Spectator Point A: Elgin Grabouw Country Club

Elgin’s most popular country club is the location for the first Spectator Point of Stage 5. Pick up a Peregrine pie on your way to the Country Club and get ready to cheer on teams as they head toward the famed Gantouw Pass.

GPS Coordinates: 34° 7'41.77"S 19° 1'22.25"E

Driving time from start: 25 min

Leaders expected at: 09:23

Spectator Point B: Idiom Wines

Located just after the infamous Gantouw Pass portage, Idiom Wines is the perfect place to watch teams race into the final demands of Stage 5, the Queen Stage of the 2023 Absa Cape Epic.

Spectator Offering: Wine Tasting and Restaurant with amazing views.

GPS Coordinates: 34° 6'14.93"S 18°56'28.96"E

Driving time from Spectator Point A: 30 min 

Driving time to finish: 30 min

Leaders expected at: 10:08

Spectator Point: Lourensford Wine Estate 

For the first time in Absa Cape Epic history, a full stage is being held within the boundaries of a single landowner. There are several spectator points from which fans can enjoy the racing, however no private vehicles will be allowed to enter the farm roads. Be sure to bring your MTB and kit as there will be guided tours to each spectator point for you to watch the racing unfold on the penultimate stage of the 2023 Absa Cape Epic.

Spectator Offering: Guided MTB tours to water and spectator points, restaurant, and coffee shop.

GPS Coordinates: 34.0719° S 18.8886° E

Spectator Point A: Waterford Estate

Situated in the Blaauwklippen Valley, Waterford Wine Estate presents the first opportunity for fans to see the teams race towards their finisher medals during Stage 7

Spectator Offering: Wine drive safaris, wine tasting, restaurant.

GPS Coordinates: 33.997147 S 18.869222 E

Driving time from start: 30 min

Leaders expected at: 08:27

Spectator Point B: Dornier Wines

Dornier Wines offers an exciting last chance to watch the teams refuel at the final water point of the 2023 event. Stay for a few hours to cheer on the teams further back or arrive early, watch the leaders arrive and then head off to Val de Vie for the Grand Finale celebrations.

Spectator Offering: Dornier Wines Activation with Wine Tasting

GPS Coordinates: 33°59'33.52"S 18°52'18.17"E

Driving time to finish: 45 min

Leaders expected at: 08:29

Grand Finale: Val de Vie Estate

After eight long days of racing, the heroes of The Untamed African MTB Race will need a roaring welcome as they cross the final finish line at Val de Vie Estate. Join in the celebrations from 10:30 to watch the winners of the categories cross the line.

GPS Coordinates:  33.804423S 18.9682574E 

Winner ETA: 10:40

Meerendal Wine Estate

Fans are encouraged to visit the Prologue race village to cheer on teams as they roll down the start chute and into their encounter with the Untamed African MTB Race. There will be food and drinks on offer as well as various activations from the Absa Cape Epic sponsor family; fans eager to get out onto the route will have easy access to the trails from the race village.

GPS Coordinates:  33° 48' 9.0612" S 18° 37' 10.218" E