PADDLING Adventures

From ocean calm to river wild-paddle your way into the wild

Whether you’re drawn to coastal beauty or crave the adrenaline of whitewater, our guided paddling trips offer unforgettable experiences for all levels. From half-day explorations to epic multi-day expeditions, every stroke brings you closer to nature, adventure, and awe.

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YOUR ADVENTURE AWAITS

Day Trips

Quick escapes, big rewards.
Perfect for those short on time but big on adventure, our day paddling trips offer the best of nature in just a few hours. Whether you’re exploring the Cape coastline or floating down a seasonal river, these guided outings are fun, safe, and full of unforgettable moments.

Sea Kayaking – Cape Town

Paddle with penguins under the gaze of Table Mountain.
Explore the iconic Cape coastline from a unique perspective. This gentle, scenic paddle offers a front-row seat to playful seals, African penguins, and maybe even a dolphin or two.

  • Duration: Half-day

  • Best for: Beginners, families, photographers, nature lovers

  • Highlights: Table Mountain views, rich marine life, calm coastal waters

Palmiet River – Rafting or Tubing

Seasonal whitewater fun in a wild mountain setting.
Located just outside of Kleinmond, the Palmiet River is a natural adventure hub.

  • Winter: Raft through bubbling rapids on this accessible whitewater run

  • Summer: Drift on a tubing trip through tranquil gorges and lush scenery

  • Best for: Groups, families, first-timers looking for splashy fun

  • Highlights: Versatile river conditions, beautiful canyon scenery, low commitment with high reward

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Multi-Day River Expeditions

Go deeper, stay longer.
Our multi-day river journeys are true wilderness immersions—designed for those who want to disconnect and dive into adventure. From starry desert nights on the Orange River to the wild waters of the Umkomaas, these trips are all about rhythm, remoteness, and real connection with the landscape.

Orange River – Northern Cape / Namibia

The classic desert paddle under endless skies.
Spend 4–5 unforgettable days navigating the Orange River through remote desert beauty. Paddle calm channels, take on rapids, and fall asleep under a sky full of stars.

  • Duration: 4–5 days

  • Difficulty: Low to moderate options available

  • Best for: All levels looking to unplug and immerse

  • Highlights: Desert landscapes, starlit camping, total escape from the everyday

Umkomaas River – KwaZulu-Natal

Remote, wild, and packed with whitewater.
The Umko offers a true expedition feel. Fast-flowing rapids, warm water, and deep valleys make this one for the books.

  • Duration: Multi-day

  • Difficulty: High

  • Best for: Experienced paddlers looking to level up

  • Highlights: Remote river canyon, exhilarating rapids, deep immersion

Doring River – Cederberg

A short, wild ride through rugged terrain.
This 2-day adventure in the Cederberg Mountains is perfect for thrill-seekers when the water levels rise. It’s fast, fun, and fierce—plus the landscape is absolutely jaw-dropping.

  • Duration: 2 days

  • Difficulty: Moderate to high

  • Best for: Confident paddlers and adrenaline junkies

  • Highlights: Remote wilderness, exciting rapids, limited season = exclusive feel

Tugela River – KwaZulu-Natal

Off-the-beaten-path paddling through untouched land.
The Tugela mixes wild landscapes and fun rapids with incredible cultural and natural scenery. This is river tripping with a sense of discovery.

  • Duration: Multi-day

  • Difficulty: Moderate

  • Best for: Explorers, nature-lovers, and those seeking less-traveled routes

  • Highlights: Unique terrain, rural landscapes, hidden beauty

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 Custom trips available

Have a river in mind or want to combine paddling with hiking or camping? Let’s build your dream adventure.

Advanced Whitewater Kayaking Trips

For the bold. The seasoned. The stoke-chasers.

If you know the line before you see it—and live for the rush of steep, technical, high-flow rivers—this one's for you.

These aren’t beginner-friendly floats. Our advanced trips are designed for experienced paddlers ready to take on South Africa’s most challenging and rewarding whitewater. From the tight channels and fast water of the Wit and Molenaars, to secret seasonal gems off the beaten path, we run bespoke missions where flow, features, and finesse come together.

Built for Experts, Guided by Experts

You bring the skills—we bring the local legends. Our team of hardcore kayakers knows these rivers inside and out. They’ll guide you through clean drops, scout tight lines, and make sure every run is as safe as it is exhilarating.

Whether you're planning a weekend warrior mission or a multi-day river expedition, we tailor each trip to conditions, crew, and stoke levels.

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Let’s paddle together!

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