The De Hoop Vlei MTB Experience is an exhilarating two-day mountain bike stage race set against the breathtaking backdrop of the De Hoop Nature Reserve in the Western Cape. Scheduled for June 13-15, 2025, this boutique event offers riders a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the reserve’s diverse landscapes, from pristine coastlines to challenging rock formations. The De Hoop Vlei MTB Experience is renowned for its authentic and challenging courses, making it a must-attend event for mountain biking enthusiasts.
Route:
- Stage 1: 55 km – “Ride the Rock” featuring Flatrock and Dennis the Menace trails
- Stage 2: 62 km – “Trails to Whales” encompassing Potberg, Vaalraens, and Koppie Alleen
Entry Fee Includes:
- 2 Days of MTB riding in de Hoop
- All meals from Friday night to Monday morning at our Venue Host: De Hoop Collection.
- Event T-shirt
- Goody Bag
- Bike Service package
- EPT Sports Therapy sessions Saturday and Sunday
- Water points
- Medical Support
Entry categories:
- Solo Men
- Solo Women
- Ladies Team
- Mixed Team
- Men’s Team
Accommodation is not included in the entry fee. Participants are encouraged to book directly with De Hoop Collection for a three-night stay from Friday, June 13, to Monday, June 16. Mountain biking is challenging enough as it is. You don’t need your sleeping environment to offer a further challenge. At the De Hoop Vlei MTB Experience, all accommodation is at the De Hoop Collection, a range of refined accommodation to suit all budgets in stunning cottages, suites, lodges and homesteads, some of which were built in the late 1800s. There’s also a camp site and rondawels for those seeking something more simple.
Don’t miss out! Entry information and additional details available here.