Strawberry Picking

Fun, seasonal strawberry picking and family-friendly activities on a working fruit farm.

Description

Polkadraai Farm is a Stellenbosch favourite known for its sweet, juicy strawberries and charming pick-your-own experience, available during the warmer months. Set on a working farm, it’s a wholesome outing for families, couples, and groups looking to enjoy nature, fresh air, and quality local produce.

Beyond strawberry picking, the farm offers a range of attractions including pony rides, pedal karts, mini golf, tractor rides, and a colourful playground. Visitors can explore the farm stall for homemade jams, preserves, and locally grown produce, or enjoy snacks at the casual food court area.

Company Group

Polkadraai Farm

Activity Type

Outdoors

Email Address

Enquiries: info@polkadraaifarm.co.za

Phone Number

Social Media

Activities List

  • Arts and crafts
  • Birthday parties
  • Face painting
  • Mini golf
  • Pedal karts
  • Playground
  • Pony rides
  • Strawberry picking
  • Tractor rides

Experiences

  • Pick your own ripe strawberries straight from the vine during peak season.
  • Stroll through neat strawberry rows with baskets in hand, soaking up the sun.
  • Watch your children laugh and play in the colourful playground areas.
  • Snap fun family photos with quirky scarecrows and bright farm sculptures.

Estimate Duration

1-2 Hours

Guidance Types

Self-guided

Equipment Required/ Rented

None

Skill Difficulty

Beginner friendly

What to Bring

Camera for photos | Comfortable shoes | Hat and sunscreen | Water bottle

Additional Information

  • Strawberry picking season runs September to January.
  • Entry includes a bucket per person; all pickers must pay.
  • In bad weather, the picking experience may be paused for safety and quality control.
  • Food court offerings and stall items vary by season.

Inside Guides

  • Arrive early on weekends to avoid crowds and get the freshest berries.
  • Head to the back rows of the field — they’re often less picked over.

Weather Conditions

Ideal Weather: Clear / Sunny | Warm

Rain Alert: Moderate Rain (40–60%) 

Weather Experience: Outdoor activity, highly affected by rain, wind, and visibility. Best in calm, clear conditions.

Restrictions

None

Rules & Safety

  • No eating strawberries in the fields.
  • Stay within the marked rows and picking areas.

Reservation Policies

Walk-ins welcome; group bookings for parties or events should be arranged in advance.

Estimate Price Range

R100 – R200+

Entry Fees & Pricing

Prices are per person

The Juinor:
R60 | Excluding activity
R80 | Including 1 activity
R160 | Unlimited rider 

The Harvester:
R75 | Excluding activity
R95 | Including 1 activity
R175 | Unlimited rider

Booking Methods

Walk-ins

Beginner friendly

Café

Child friendly

Children’s play area

Eco-friendly practices

Parking

Restrooms

Safety equipment

Security

Tables and seating

Walk-ins welcome

Weather dependent

Wheelchair friendly

Not dog friendly

Must Tries

Strawberry Picking: Pick a full punnet of ripe strawberries during peak season.

Farm Stall Favourites: Try their homemade strawberry jam from the farm stall.

Highlights

Seasonal Family Fun: A fun activity perfect for families, couples, and kids.

Photo-Ready Farm: Colourful scarecrows and play zones create great photo moments.

Features
  • Beginner friendly
  • Café
  • Child friendly
  • Children’s play area
  • Eco-friendly practices
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Safety equipment
  • Security
  • Tables and seating
  • Walk-ins welcome
  • Weather dependent
  • Wheelchair friendly
  • Not dog friendly

Must Tries

Strawberry Picking: Pick a full punnet of ripe strawberries during peak season.

Farm Stall Favourites: Try their homemade strawberry jam from the farm stall.

Highlights

Seasonal Family Fun: A fun activity perfect for families, couples, and kids.

Photo-Ready Farm: Colourful scarecrows and play zones create great photo moments.

Address

Cnr. Vlaeberg & Polkadraai Rd., Stellenbosch

Parking: Ample on-site parking available

Opening Hours

Monday – Sunday 09h00 – 16h00

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