Start your year with a little magic with a special outdoor experience at Muratie Wine Estate. Dirtopia’s first Sunset to Full Moon Hike of 2026 invites you to enjoy a peaceful picnic at the lookout point as the sun sets and the full moon climbs into the sky. It’s the perfect way to celebrate new beginnings in nature. Bring along a picnic and enjoy breathtaking views with a glass of Muratie’s award-winning wine at the top. After sunset, continue the adventure as the trail winds back through the forest, illuminated by your headlamp under the full moon.
What to Bring:
- A backpack with your own food/picnic and blanket for the lookout point.
- Jacket/sweater for after dark.
- A torch or headlamp.
- Good walking or hiking shoes for varied terrain.
What to Expect:
- Muratie wines by the glass or bottle is available at the look-out.
- Snacks like chips & energy bars and cooldrinks are on sale at the Trail Centre, where you’ll also collect your permit on arrival. Coffee will be sold at this shop as well.
Schedule:
- Arrival: From 17:45 (latest start: 18:45).
- Latest descent from the lookout: 20:15.
- Return to Trail Centre: 20:30–21:30, depending on your pace.
Venue:
Dirtopia Trail Centre, Muratie Farm, Knorhoek Road, off the R44 near Stellenbosch.
Cost:
- Adults: R160 per person & Children under 10: R80
- (Includes a permit for the marked trail, valid for this exclusive after-hours experience.)
Bookings:
Online bookings are essential on any of these websites:
www.dirtpass.co.za/product/tickets or www.entryninja.com or www.quicket.co.za
- Whatsapp: 078 343 3572 Email: info@dirtopia.co.za
- Website: www.dirtopia.co.za
