Spectator guide

Be Part of the GEES! 

Are you ready to experience the thrill and excitement of the 2026 FNB Wines2Whales? 

As a spectator, you have the opportunity to plan a lekker day out while following your riders along the route. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of the race and cheer on the riders and enjoy some of the Overberg magic along the way. 

PS, everybody loves a Peregrine Farm Stall pie! 

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Elite Prologue - Lourensford Wine Estate Cellar

5 Nov - Elite Women 18km (2 x 9km): 18:00
12 November - Elite Men 27km (3 x 9km): 18:00 

A first for the FNB Wines2Whales! Elite women and men prologue racing!

A serious gees opening the FNB Wines2Whales! Short format racing through the Lourensford Wine Estate Cellar. 

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Spectator Points

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Stage 1
Idiom Restaurant & Idiom Wine Tasting Centre 

Spectator Point A / Water Point 2

Located just before the infamous Gantouw Pass portage, Idiom Wines is the perfect spot to catch riders as they make their way toward Oak Valley Wine Estate. Enjoy a wine tasting and soak up the stunning views from this spectacular estate.

First riders Expected: 08:15

Last riders Expected: 12:30 


🔗 idiom.co.za
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Stage 2
Paul Cluver Amphitheatre

Spectator Point A and B / Water Point 1 and 3

The Paul Cluver Amphitheatre is always buzzing with GEES and excitement. Park and walk to Spectator Point A, then stick around to see the riders come past a second time at Point B. De Rust School will keep the vibe alive with live entertainment as riders pass by, while Ciovita and I Love Boobies brings the energy at their signature hype zones! 

Paul Cluver Wine Estate will be there with a wine tasting and snacks to go! 

A proper gees spot for Stage 2 

Spectator Point A 
First riders Expected: 08:00

Last riders Expected: 11:30 

Spectator Point B 
First riders Expected: 09:15

Last riders Expected: 14:30 

🔗 cluver.com/amphitheatre/
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Stage 3
Houw Hoek Hotel 

Spectator Point A / Water Point 1

Voted one of the best farm stalls in the Cape, Houw Hoek offers a relaxed setting where young and old can enjoy great bites to eat, beverages, and a good view of the riders.

First riders expected: 07:45

Last riders expected: 10:30 

🔗 houwhoekhotel.com
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Genevieve MCC

Spectator Point B / Water Point 2

Catch the riders at Genevieve MCC (Klein Botrivier Farm). This is the perfect stop for a glass of bubbles while taking in the Bot River scenery and farm activities. Expect plenty of energy here as it’s halfway to finishing the 3 best days of mountain biking for our riders!

First riders expected: 08:45

Last riders expected: 12:00 

🔗 genevievemcc.co.za
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Escape Wines 

Spectator Point C / Water point 3 

Escape Wines is the last waterpoint of this year’s FNB Wines2Whales. Send your riders off as they head for Benguela Cove, great wine, delicious food with beautiful views over the Overstrand region! 

First riders depart: 09:15
Last riders depart: 13:00 

🔗 Escape Wines
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Stage 3
Houw Hoek Hotel 

Spectator Point A / Water Point 1

Voted one of the best farm stalls in the Cape, Houw Hoek offers a relaxed setting where young and old can enjoy great bites to eat, beverages, and a good view of the riders.

First riders expected: 07:45

Last riders expected: 10:30 

🔗 houwhoekhotel.com
📍 Google Pin

 

Genevieve MCC

Spectator Point B / Water Point 2

Catch the riders at Genevieve MCC (Klein Botrivier Farm). This is the perfect stop for a glass of bubbles while taking in the Bot River scenery and farm activities. Expect plenty of energy here as it’s halfway to finishing the 3 best days of mountain biking for our riders!

First riders expected: 08:45

Last riders expected: 12:00 

🔗 genevievemcc.co.za
📍 Google Pin

 

Escape Wines 

Spectator Point C / Water point 3 

Escape Wines is the last waterpoint of this year’s FNB Wines2Whales. Send your riders off as they head for Benguela Cove, great wine, delicious food with beautiful views over the Overstrand region! 

First riders depart: 09:15
Last riders depart: 13:00 

🔗 Escape Wines
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Stage 3 
Genevieve MCC

Spectator Point B / Water Point 2

Catch the riders at Genevieve MCC (Klein Botrivier Farm). This is the perfect stop for a glass of bubbles while taking in the Bot River scenery and farm activities. Expect plenty of energy here as it’s halfway to finishing the 3 best days of mountain biking for our riders!

First riders expected: 08:45

Last riders expected: 12:00 

🔗 genevievemcc.co.za
📍 Google Pin

Stage 3 
Escape Wines 

Spectator Point C / Water point 3 

Escape Wines is the last waterpoint of this year’s FNB Wines2Whales. Send your riders off as they head for Benguela Cove, great wine, delicious food with beautiful views over the Overstrand region! 

First riders depart: 09:15
Last riders depart: 13:00 

🔗 Escape Wines
📍 Google Pin

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