GoBike Hermanus

Premium Bike Rental and Adventure Experience in the Heart of Coastal Beauty

GoBike Hermanus offers visitors a wide range of cycling adventures through some of the Western Cape's most stunning landscapes. Based in Hermanus, this bike rental shop specializes in mountain biking, gravel riding, and guided cycling tours that showcase the region's diverse terrain.

Bike Options and Rental Information

The shop provides several well-maintained bicycle options to suit different riding styles:

• City Bikes (R300/day) - Perfect for town exploration with basket storage
• Hard Tail Mountain Bikes (R400/day) - Ideal for moderately challenging trails
• Full Suspension Mountain Bikes (R650/day) - For serious trail enthusiasts
• Electric Mountain Bikes - Available for guided tours

Trail Experiences in Hemel-en-Aarde Valley

The Hemel-en-Aarde Valley (meaning "Heaven and Earth") provides some of the most spectacular mountain biking in the region with trails for all skill levels:

• Green Route - 6.5km with 120m elevation (beginner-friendly)
• Blue Route - 12.5km with 230m elevation (moderate difficulty)
• Red Route - 35km with 850m elevation (challenging)
• Black Route - 65km with 1800m elevation (expert level)

These trails wind through award-winning wine farms, offering panoramic views of mountains, beautiful fynbos vegetation, and single-track riding experiences through vineyards with ocean vistas.

Guided Cycling Tours

Several curated cycling experiences are available:

"Old & New" Heritage Tour (R800 p/p) - A cultural exploration from the Old Harbour to the New Harbour, passing historic landmarks including Lemm's Corner, cliff sculptures, and the South African National Space Agency (SANSA).

"City View & Wine" (R950 p/p) - Sample wines at local establishments while enjoying sweeping town views from Rotary Way. The route includes visits to two cellars and wine tasting.

"Ahoy There" (R950 p/p) - A scenic journey along the famous Cliff Path to Grotto Beach and Dutchies Restaurant, including coffee and cake, plus visits to prawn flats and Fernkloof Gardens.

Mountain & Wine Tours (R1200 p/p) - Available in both on-road and off-road versions, these tours combine mountain biking with wine tasting at acclaimed estates like Newton Johnson, Bosmans Family and Bouchard Finlayson in the Hemel-en-Aarde valley.

Local Tips

The best time to cycle is early morning, especially during summer months when temperatures are cooler. The shop typically operates Monday to Friday (8:30-17:00) and Saturday (8:30-13:00), but closes annually from late January to late February (31 January to 23 February in 2025).

For mountain biking enthusiasts, the combination of vineyard views, ocean vistas, and purpose-built trails offers a uniquely South African outdoor experience. Even novice riders can enjoy the valley with the proper equipment and guidance from the knowledgeable staff.

While exploring the trails, keep an eye out for indigenous fynbos vegetation that makes the Western Cape's floral kingdom world-famous. The diverse landscape transitions between mountains, coastal scenery, and vineyard paths - creating a constantly changing backdrop for your cycling adventure