An exhilarating 2 day - 2 night, white water rafting trip will take you down the Doring River, passing through the majestic Northern Cederberg mountain range. Under the guidance of our experienced guides, you will tame the raging waters of this river in a 2-man inflatable boat. Spend the evenings under clear African skies in tented safari camps. Experience the peace and tranquillity this river of contrasts has to offer when night falls.
The Doring River, situated in the Northwestern Cederberg has its origin in the Ceres area and winds its way through the Cederberg Mountains, where it joins with the Olifants River at Klawer.
Your 2 day rafting trip is only 280km away from Cape Town. So if you are on a weekend trip, you don't even need to take leave from work. Depart home after work on Friday and join us for a "lekker" Potjie at 20h00, just in time to get the party started.
2-day 2-night standard Doring River Trip
| Day | Activity | Accomodation | Meals |
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| 0 | Arrival | Huts & bunk beds | D |
| 1 | 1st day on the river | Tented camp | B,L,D |
| 2 | 2nd day on the river | | B,L |
ArrivalArrive the night before the day you set off rafting between 6pm and 10pm. You'll be greeted with a hot meal from 8pm in the form of a potjie or braai and warm hospitality around the campfire. The perfect way to unwind after a hectic week.
1st day on the river7am - Breakfast is served and packing begins
9am - You and your equipment will be transported to the starting point in a 4x4 truck.
10am - Qualified river guides will instruct you on the basics of river rafting and certain safety procedures.
10:30am - Your long-awaited river adventure begins
1pm - Lunch stop.
2-5pm - Continue with the flow of the river and rush of the rapids until we reach the campsite.
6pm - Your tented camp awaits and when we are all settled in, stories are exchanged around the campfire and a scrumptious meal is prepared by our guides underneath the stars.
8pm - Dinner is served
2nd day on the river7am - Breakfast is served.
9:30am - The river adventure resumes.
1pm - stop for lunch and refreshments.
2-4pm - More fun on the water until you reach the take out spot.
6-7pm - Safely returned to base camp. Guests generally depart the camp about 19h00 after a warm cup of coffee!
Dates for 2-day 2-night standard Doring River Trip
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August 2010
| Arrival date | On the water |
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| Tue 24th | Wed 25th to Thu 26th |
| Fri 27th | Sat 28th to Sun 29th |
| Tue 31st | Wed 1st to Thu 2nd |
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September 2010
| Arrival date | On the water |
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| Fri 3rd | Sat 4th to Sun 5th |
| Tue 7th | Wed 8th to Thu 9th |
| Fri 10th | Sat 11th to Sun 12th |
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Rates for 2-day 2-night standard Doring River Trip |
Individuals |
| Adults | R1295 p/p |
| U/23 (or student) | R1095 p/p |
| U/18 | R995 p/p |
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School Group trip |
| 12+ students | R995 p/p |
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Student Group trip |
| 12+ students | R995 p/p |
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| Bedding? | Your own. Bring a warm sleeping bag as well as a camping mat or lilo or stretcher. (Note we also rent Sleeping bags) |
| Where? | Doring River - Clanwilliam Area, Western Cape |
| How far? | Approximately 280km's North of Cape Town
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| When? | Mid June to Mid September (Seasonal) |
| Meeting point? | See map. |
| Meeting time? | Preferrably no later than 9pm, supper will be served from 8pm - 11pm |
| Accommodation? | Night 1: Basecamp - Huts equipped with bunk beds (dorm style)
Night 2: River camp - Tented camp. Tents are supplied, 10- and 2-man tents available.
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| Catering? | All catering is done by Wildthing Adventures according to dietary requirements |
| Group size? | Individual bookings are welcome. Exclusive Weekender trips require a minimum group size of 24ppl or payment equivalent of 24 people. Exclusive Mid-week trips require a minimum group size of 12 people or payment to the equivalent of 12 people. |
| What we supply? | Safe parking for your vehicles, experienced and qualified river guides, catering, all river equipment, safety equipment, basic first aid kit, watertight containers for personal gear, 48liter cooler boxes and ice, all utensils and crockery, braai wood & briquettes, all camping gear, toilet paper included Transport to/from river and base camp. |
| Not included? | Transport and travel costs to/from your destination to/from our base camp. Additional alcoholic and soft drinks (including water) and snacks. |
A Standard personal Kit list and a map will be sent to you upon booking your White Water Rafting Getaway.
7 + 1 person FREE
14 + 2 people FREE
21 + 3 people FREE
28 + 4 people FREE
To book a private/ exclusive trip we require the following numbers
Weekender: minimum 24 people
Mid week: minimum 12 people
When making the choice of which river company to join on your Canoe Adventure, your mind must be filled with many questions, one of them is who to go with? Here are some good reasons to choose us:
- We have 21 years experience, not only on the Richtersveld Orange River section, but on White Water Rafting Rivers too. Our guides are all highly skilled, professional individuals that have a perfect balance between fun and making your holiday safe and memorable.
- All you have to do is get there safely. We’ll do the rest. You just relax and enjoy your well deserved holiday filled with adventure, swimming, fishing, birding and short hikes.
- On our trips we provide 5 Star freshly-made bush cuisine and our guides have pride in what they serve.
- We provide ALL your cutlery & crockery and the guides do all the washing up, so you can just break-away from your usual home routine.
- If there isn’t shade, we make it with big shade shelters and even have a plan if it rains. We’ll also make sure your drinks stay cold.
- Our guide ratio is much higher per trip than the required industry norm, so you’ll always feel safe.
- We do our best never to make the trip sizes too big to loose that personal touch and by doing so better campsites are available.
So, spoil yourself! Let Wildthing treat you to an adventure in style, you deserve it.
CAMPING GOODIES
Sleeping bag (WARM ONE!)
Stretcher / Ground mat (flat/Inflatable)
Small pillow
Torch / headlamp (incl spare batteries)
CLOTHING
On River
Costume
Shorts
Wetsuit (we rent them if you do not have)
Kikoi/wraparound
Cap or wide brim hat
River shoes (wetsuit booties, tekkies, crocs, aqua shoes, etc)
Off River
T-shirt
Shorts
Windbreaker
Socks
Beenie/buff
Shoes
Warm set of clothes
REFRESHMENTS & SNACKS
NO GLASS CONTAINERS
Soft Drinks
Alcoholic Drinks
Mix-a-drink sachetts eg Game
Snacks
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Camera
Binoculars
FOR PACKING
Refuse bags (6 per person) (not black)
TOILETRIES & MEDICATION
Biodegradable soap/shampoo
Towel
Personal toiletries
Personal medication
Insect repellent
SUN PROTECTION *
UV sunglasses (cord essential)
25+ SPF Sunblock
Lip ice
*NB! Do bear in mind that, although it is winter,you will be exposed to the sun for several hours of the day, the suns reflection off the water is intense. Wear sunglasses with suffiecient UV protection and cover yourself with sufficient sunblock and lip ice. Remember to bring a cord for your glasses so that you do not lose them.
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