River bungalo - this is Cape Towns best kept secret. This wooden hut is on the banks of the Palmiet River and sleeps 4  with a self catering set-up. Only an hour from Cape Town this is the ideal mid week getaway as well as weekend option.

RATES:

Winter : R330 for two R40 extra p/adult and R30 extra p/ child

Summer : R450 for 2, R 60 extra p/adult and R40 extra p/child

We supply most of what you’ll need on river. You also need to bring a change of warm clothes for after the trip. A full kit list will be supplied on confirmation of booking.

Yes. Although there can be no guarantees on a river trip, we will provide watertight dry buckets for cameras, binoculars etc. It is also worth considering buying a disposable waterproof camera.

Except at very low water levels (summer), when this trip is more of a float, this is an exciting trip. The distance covered during the day is not very long (about 5kms) so you don’t have to be an athlete to do the trip. A basic level of fitness and good health is required, though. There is no age limit but you should familiarise yourself with what the trip entails and make an informed decision on your ability to participate, based on your own fitness. Each client is issued with a PFD (’Lifejacket’) and helmet and is instructed on how to handle themselves in the water, you don’t need to be a strong swimmer but please let us know if you are not confident in the water.

We use a variety of craft depending on the water level: in high water, we use a 4-person raft, steered by a raft guide. At medium levels, (common during the winter season), we use 2 person inflatable ‘crocs’ that are very stable and easy to paddle, even for beginners and at low levels (common in summer), we use 1 person ’gekos’. This section of river has lots of fun rapids as well as a few challenging runs. There is therefore quite a good chance that you’ll have at least one swim! Thrills and spills are part of the adventure and bumps and bruises are a possibility. You will be equipped with a PFD (‘lifejacket’) and will have been given instruction on exactly how to behave if you fall out of your boat. We also use only highly trained guides who will be on hand to rescue you if required. Remember that you always have the option of walking around anything you are not comfortable doing.

Whilst there is an inherent element of risk in every adventure, running rivers with our professional guides should not be considered dangerous. Our guides are all trained in First Aid and we carry a First Aid kit. It is your responsibility to make sure you have any personal medication with you (e.g. asthma pumps, allergy medication etc.). This trip does take place in a wilderness environment but we have put plans in place to cope with any emergencies.

Typical of the Cape’s Mediterranean climate, winters are cold and often wet, while summer is warm and extends into autumn. You will be provided with all the kit needed to protect you on the river including gloves, a paddle jacket, PFD and helmet.

We pride ourselves on providing our clients with the best in bush cuisine. All meals are prepared fresh on the river and consist of hearty, healthy main courses, followed by desert. Tea, coffee and cold drinks are also provided.

We operate in this area as part of a joint venture with Cape Nature Conservation. We are as committed as they are to keeping this unique area as pristine as possible and so adhere to their recommendations of a maximum group size of 20 (40 per day in two groups)

There is a vast array of outdoor activities in the area. We offer white water kayaking; abseiling and flat water paddling on the estuary (excellent for school groups) as well as abseiling, guided hikes, mountain biking, overnight wilderness experiences etc.