Richtersveldt rafting tour (Orange River)
(Closest town Springbok )
This is one of the most spectacular stretches of Orange river. Rapids are medium and far in between but the scenery of mountains and rock formation like Swissroll, Gorgons Head and Tatas berg Conpensates. Rafting can start from either Vioolsdrift or from Gamkab (downstream from Ausenkehr). This is thé desert.
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What:
Rafting 4 days including 10 meals @ R3021.00 pp
Rafting 5 days including 13 meals @ R3580.00 pp
Rafting 8 days including Including 8 dinners. Rates on Enquiry
Angling
Photography
Stargazing
Accommodation in Hopetown is available
Visit Richtersveldt National Park (4x4)
Visit the flowers in August to September
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| When: |
September to May |
| Where: |
Springbok (Northern Cape) |
| Who:
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All adventurous souls over 5
Corporate groups
Private tours
Dads & Lads
School groups
Angling tours
Photographic tours
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| Why:
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Cause its Beautiful
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Points of Interest
Only at very low levels will this stretch not be available for rafting.
Groups camp out on the banks of the Orange River.
We make use of 2 man inflatable rafts.
Medium rapids
Mountainous desert
Interesting fauna and flora including “half mens”
Very hot summer temperatures and cool to cold in winter.
Activities are facilitated by Experienced guides and safety equipment are used.
The Orange forms the border between South Africa and Namibie.
We meet at Vioolsdrift on day one of the tour . Guesthouses in Springbok is available for a sleepover.
Passports are essential and should be applied for 6 months in advance.