Spectacular Summer in the Boland towns of Paarl And Wellington

Posted by Ayanda Khuzwayo on 17 January 2018 6:00 AM CAT

Summer is the ideal time to head for the outdoors and the stunning Boland towns of Paarl and Wellington are ready to welcome visitors for a sizzling summer.  From picnics to game drives, outdoor events and adventures as well as great gourmet offerings, wine tastings and amazing accommodation deals, Paarl and Wellington should be your summer destination of choice.

As part of the #discoverpaarl and #heartwellington summer campaigns, participating tourist attractions, restaurants and wineries are pulling out all the stops to ensure unforgettable summer holiday memories.  Conveniently located within an hour’s drive from Cape Town, Paarl and Wellington are perfect for quick daybreaks, but have enough to offer to keep guests entertained for a multi-day stay.

There is no better way to enjoy the incredible natural surroundings of the Boland than joining friends and family for a delicious picnic with panoramic views of the majestic mountains or lush vineyards and valleys. Whether you want to picnic under the star-light African skies, next to a tranquil lake or under the trees on sprawling lawns, the perfect picnic awaits.  Visit our website to see the vast variety of available picnic options.  Most venues offer special kiddies picnics and there is even a kosher picnic option.

Alternatively, try an authentic South Africa braai (barbecue) on Paarl Rock or in the lapa of a game reserve.  Stop at our wine route members for exciting food and wine pairings ranging from traditional pairings of award-winning wines with biltong, charcuterie, tapas, cheese and olives or even gourmet mini pies and home-made jams.

If you’re looking for outdoor adventures or just like to keep active, sign up for a quad bike tour, practise your aim during paintballing or air rifle target shooting or enjoy some of our amazing MTB or trail running tracks or beautiful hiking trails.  Get closer to Mother Nature during a game drive, reptile adventures and even croc- cage diving.

Even entertainment is heading outdoors with an outdoor movie night, a fire and flame performance, live music, a popular riel dancing contest on the schedule.  Looking for a slower pace?  Head for a rose farm to pick your own roses, enjoy a fragrant rose pampering session, take the kids on a tree hunt or do some last minute gift shopping.

Paarl and Wellington have become renowned as the ultimate kids-friendly destination with loads to do for the youngsters, special children’s play areas as well as special kids’ menus at most participating restaurants.

Despite the current water restrictions in the Cape due to the ongoing drought, tourism officials assure visitors that Paarl and Wellington are most definitely open for business.  Although visitors are advised to join in the water conservation efforts, there are still plenty of fun activities to enjoy.

original article can be accessed at https://www.thenewspaper.co.za/paarl-and-wellington-summer/