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Orange River Kayaking

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Join our 7-day Orange River Kayaking adventure this season. Kayaking is one of the best ways to embark on an expedition. We load up our kayaks, plan our route and embark on an unforgettable river adventure. This trail takes us through the Ais-Ais / Richtersveld Transfrontier Park. Our Kayaking trails are perfect for small and private groups.

The trail starts at The Growcery Camp and ends at Sendlingsdrift. This kayaking adventure will take you on a 165 km journey through the Richtersveld Transfrontier Park. The Richtersveld is well known as the only desert mountain range in South Africa. This adventure is rated as one of the ultimate outdoor experiences in South Africa.

Orange River kayaking trails are suitable for paddlers with moderate experience. The kayaks are sit-on-top kayaks; you are welcome to bring your own kayak. We divide all the equipment and meals among our paddlers. We have designed a highly efficient power food menu to give us the maximum energy from our meals. There are few adventures as satisfying as this paddle through the desert.

Our camps are on the Orange River banks, and we stay together to explore all this adventure's rapids, channels and challenges. Our experienced guides will lead the kayaking trip.

All paddlers must check in no later than 3 pm on Day 1 at The Growcery Camp (click for map). There will be a 2-hour briefing on river safety, kayaking techniques and packing of the kayaks. This evening is set out for introductions and the final arrangements for our kayaking trail. The last preparations will happen on this day, and we will set out after breakfast the following morning. Each paddler will be responsible for packing their kayak.

The best river adventure for 2021.
Kayaks On Our Trails

Highlights of Orange River Kayaking

Ultimate desert adventure.
Expedition style.
Sleeping under the stars.
Paddling through the Ais-Ais / Richtersveld Transfrontier Park.
Untamed river.
Rock formations.
Fast-flowing channels and rapids are awaiting our trail members.
Back to Nature.

Orange River Kayaking

For more information regarding this trip, please enquire.

6-Day Orange River Rafting

Wide Hat, Sunglasses with string	1 set of dry clothes on land	Personal medical kit
Sunblock, aftersun	1 set of wet clothes on the river	Multitool or swiss army knife
Longs sleeve shirt, Second Skin	Small sleeping mat	Duct Tape
Dry shoes, water shoes	Small thermal sleeping bags	String for extra tie-downs
Long pants, Khikoi	Water purifier ( optional)	Paddle gloves (optional)
Headlamp, Torch, Powerbank	Extra small 8-10L Dry Bag	Anti Histamine
Pelican case for camera, optional	4 Black bags	Re-Hydrate Satchels
Biodegradable soap	Water purifying tablets	Anti Inflam cream
Camel Bag for H2O	Extra snacks	Insect repellent
Small tent optional	Toiletries	Lipbalm, eye drops

INCLUDES

Camping fees
Meals as indicated
Experienced guides
Sit-on-top kayaks, paddles, flotation devices
Dry-bags
Park fees, entry fees, transfer fees
T-Shirt

EXCLUDES

Snacks
Drinks
Own Transfers to and from the starting point The Growcery camp
Own medical Kit
Small hiking gas cokker and utensils

tour INFORMATION

DURATION:	7 Days
DEPARTS FROM:	The Growcery
RATES INFO:	35% of tour fare is our admin fee that secures your reservation. You are welcome to a monthly payment scheme. Min 8 people secures an expedition.

RATES

7-Day Orange River Kayaking Rates

	2023	2024
Adults	R 15995.00	R 16995.00
Children under 15 - 17	R 11995.00	R 12995.00

Your safety is our priority. We follow strict protocols and encourage single kayaks on most of the trails where possible.

tour SCHEDULE

Kayaking Expedition Trail Route Map

Day 1

The Growcery Base Camp

We all start at the Growcery Camp on day 1 of our expedition. The check-in times are no later than 5 pm, so we advise that you make the needed arrangements for our check-in times. This evening is our introduction and the final safety briefing. We will allocate all our supplies and brief our paddlers on the equipment and the expedition that awaits us. We will enjoy a hearty meal around the campfire this evening. Dinner & Camping is included.

Day 2,3,4,5,6

Orange River Kayaking

We start our expedition early on the second day. After a final safety briefing and gear and equipment check, our expedition leader will start our Transfrontier Richtersveld National Park journey. The Transfrontier park will be our home for the next 5 nights. The orange river banks and open fires will be our resting place in the evenings. The journey is not a race, and we need to pace ourselves and be sure to take our energy foods and water supply serious. This is the ultimate desert adventure expedition and the perfect escape into the wild. The journey is close to 215 km and pure paddling, rapids, and endless mountain views. Our team leader will be guiding us through this rugged desert environment.

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

Day 7

The Growcery Base Camp

This is our final morning of our Kayaking Adventure. Our backup crew will be fetching us at the end destinations of Sendelingsdrift. After loading our equipment, the journey back to camp starts. This will take between 5-6 hours, and a hearty lunch on the way will be well appreciated. The final evening is at base camp. The Growcery and this evening are at leisure for all the enjoy with some cold ones and expedition tales around the campfire. Breakfast, lunch. Dinner at own cost back at The Growcery Camp.

DISCLAIMER: We reserve the right to cancel any activity due to weather or unsafe conditions. An alternative activity will be provided wherever possible.