New Years Eve Sunset Hike
New Year’s Eve Sunset hike at Muratie
Wednesday 31 December 2025
Sunset 19h58
Toast the last sunset of 2025 with a glass of bubbly in hand!
Trail hours will be extended on Sunday 31st, but booking is essential for this special evening on the mountain. The hiking trail starts from Dirtopia Trail Centre at Muratie wine farm, and winds through the vineyards to a look-out point with spectacular views. See the sunset over Table Mountain and a view of the Winelands, while enjoying a wonderful adventure with friends & family to celebrate the last evening of the year!
The marked circle route is approximately 3.3km total, and it can take you 30 min / up to 45 minutes to reach the top, so do not arrive later than 19h15 to ensure that you have the full experience.
A glass of Muratie’s Lady Alice MCC poured as you arrive at the look-out.
Bring a blanket to sit on while you wait for the sunset / moon rise under the watchful eye of the Simonsberg mountain. There will be a Muratie wine station at this point, where you can enjoy your packed picnic. Bring extra cash / card to buy a glass or bottle of Muratie’s red or white wine.
All hikers to leave the look-out by 8.30 pm latest - Muratie wine farm closes by 22h00.
No smoking allowed on the mountain!
Time: Arrival by 18h15, no later than 19h15 to start hike.
Venue: Dirtopia Trail Centre, Muratie Farm, R44 between Klapmuts and Stellenbosch
Cost: R225pp & R90 for children under 10yrs
(incl a glass of Muratie’s MCC for adults. A juice for kids)
You can be back at the Trail centre by 20h30/21h00, depending on your walking speed and the time you start going down. Bring something warm to wear after dark, a picnic blanket and a torch,
Wear good walking / hiking shoes – you are climbing a mountain with steps & various terrain. Snacks & cooldrinks for sale at the Trail Centre, but you are welcome to bring you own to enjoy on top of the mountain.
All hikers must adhere to the rules of the trail and Dirtopia’s terms and conditions.
Please do not litter! We also urge you to not leave valuables in your vehicle. We can keep car keys at the Trail Centre for you.
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