Get down and into Spring's green groove on the stunning Cloof Wine Estate just outside Darling. "Party hard, tread lightly" is the mantra of Rocking the Daisies, South Africa’s premier eco-friendly event. Organisers endeavour to use only the most environmentally friendly products and practices, offsetting their carbon footprint by planting trees, using hemp tickets and providing free biodegradable soaps, shampoos and conditioners for those who stay over. Getting there is just a hop and a skip away from the Mother City - a quick hour's drive. Apart from the kick-ass line-up of performers, the beautiful Cloof estate offers wine tasting, a dam, shaded areas and awesome views of the mountains and vineyards. Check out more... www.rockingthedaisies.com

Green Scene @ Cloof - In 2006 Cloof Wine Estate received the Champion award under the Biodiversity and Wine Initiative in recognition of the steps taken to conserve pristine natural vegetation, and to rehabilitate previously cultivated areas. The programme also sets extremely high standards in terms of the potential environmental impact of vineyard and cellar activities. Viva Cloof!