At Dekkersvlei Vineyards, family time is woven into the experience. While parents settle in with wine and wood-fired pizzas, little ones have moments of their own to enjoy – from creating their own pizzas to playing freely and savouring a tasting designed just for them. It’s a setting where children are not simply accommodated, but included.
Our youngest guests are treated to a cheerful pairing that mirrors the grown-ups’ tasting, thoughtfully created to make them feel included in the moment. The Dekkersvlei Kids’ Pairing features:
Three refreshing drinks:
• Red grape juice
• White grape juice
• Iced tea
Three sweet treats:
• KitKat
• Chocolate brownie
• Jelly tots
With their own glasses to swirl and treats to sample, children can take part in the rhythm of the tasting in a way that feels natural and fun. It’s light-hearted, flavourful and designed to make family outings feel shared rather than separate – a small detail that makes a lasting difference.
Just a short stroll from the tasting area, the dedicated playground offers space to climb, swing and explore in a secure, open-air environment. Surrounded by vineyards and framed by Paarl’s mountain views, it’s an inviting setting where laughter feels at home.
Shaded seating nearby allows parents to relax while keeping a comfortable watch over the fun. With children happily occupied and adults able to savour their tasting at ease, the atmosphere strikes a natural balance – laid-back, welcoming and family-friendly.
Few things light up young faces quite like the chance to step into the role of a chef. The build-your-own pizza experience gives children the freedom to roll out their dough, choose their favourite toppings and watch as their creation disappears into the wood-fired oven.
It’s hands-on, a little messy and wonderfully memorable. More than just a meal, it becomes an activity – something they’ve made themselves and can proudly place on the table. For many families, it’s the highlight of the visit.
This is where Dekkersvlei truly shines for grown-ups. While the little ones are building pizzas or conquering the monkey bars, adults can take their time enjoying everything Dekkersvlei has to offer.
As the Cape Winelands’ most exciting new wine destination, Dekkersvlei invites you to slow down and savour the moment. Settle in for a guided wine tasting, including the world’s first White Pinotage – a pioneering expression that tells a unique South African story. Explore Dekkersvlei’s range of reds, discover our heritage-driven approach to winemaking, or linger over a brandy tasting that invites slow sipping and conversation.
Pair it all with gourmet wood-fired pizzas, relaxed lunches, or simply the pleasure of sitting back and soaking in the scenery. There’s no rush here, only the freedom to enjoy the moment, whether that’s another tasting, another slice, or another round of laughter from the playground.
With Dekkersvlei’s kiddies experiences, family outings feel effortless. Children play, adults indulge, and everyone leaves having shared something memorable – good food, good wine, and a day well spent together.
