Pause and explore Cape Town's Atlantic Seaboard by bicycle
November 2025
Summer of Vitality is in the air... and that can only mean one thing. Discovery Vitality is putting a new spin on fun, fitness, and adventure.
You don't have to be a pro cyclist to have a wheelie good time. You can rent a pink Vitality-branded bicycle from Up Cycles, Cape Town's drop-and-go bike rental company. Plus, get 50% off when you pay with any Discovery Bank card.
Exclusive perks for clients
We're thrilled to offer our Discovery Bank clients and Vitality members exclusive benefits to make your summer rides even sweeter:
- 50% off rentals: Enjoy half-price bike rentals when you pay with any Discovery Bank card to make your trips around the city even more enjoyable.
- Vitality points: Ride for rewards - cycle for 30+ minutes and earn 100 Vitality points for your bicycle ride. Your details will be sent to Vitality and your Vitality points will be awarded automatically. You can also track your cycling with a Vitality-linked fitness device and earn between 100 and 300 Vitality points a day based on your age-related heart rate. The highest points earned for the day will be awarded.
Not a Discovery Bank client yet?
How to rent a pink Vitality bicycle
1) Go to your nearest Up Cycles station in the Mother City - or book ahead on the Up Cycles website.
2) Select and pay for your bike and rental period - and get 50% off with a Discovery Bank card.
3) Enjoy your ride in the great outdoors and earn 100 Vitality points for the day.
4) Return your bicycle to any Up Cycles station - and tag us in your scenic selfies.
With no age limit and plenty of options to choose from, you can take the whole family for a spin. Up Cycles offers tandem bikes for couples as well as a selection of bikes for kids, special seats for toddlers under 18 kg, and carriages for towing two small children.
You want to know more about Vitality points, don't you?
You can earn 100 Vitality points a day when you cycle for 30+ minutes, up to a limit of 30,000 fitness points a year. Share your details with Up Cycles when booking and your points will be automatically awarded within four days.
You can also track your cycling with a Vitality-linked fitness device and earn between 100 and 300 Vitality points a day based on your age-related heart rate. The highest points earned for the day will be awarded.
Top spots to explore this summer
Here are some of the best places to move more and explore more with Up Cycles:
- Sea Point Promenade: Cruise along the ocean for a breezy, scenic ride.
- Camps Bay: Pedal your way to one of the city's most stunning beaches.
- V&A Waterfront: Discover the best shopping, dining, and culture by bike.
- Green Point Urban Park: Enjoy the green spaces and fresh air while cycling.
- Chapman's Peak Drive: Take on a world-renowned route with jaw-dropping views.
Whether you're enjoying a ride along the coast or simply taking in the views, we're here to make your journey a whole lot more rewarding.
Read the terms and conditions for more information.
Rewards based on your engagement in Vitality programmes, Discovery products, and monthly qualifying card spend. Discovery Miles are more valuable than cash on the Discovery and Discovery Bank app, in-store and online with Discovery Vitality partners. Discovery Bank, Auth FSP48657. Limits, Ts&Cs apply.