“Our favourite!” The 2 hour Storms River Kayak & Lilo Adventure is our most popular adventure activity in Tsitsikamma National Park! If you are keen to explore deeper into the Storms River Gorge in Tsitsikamma, and experience the long, deep, quiet pools, then the Kayak and Lilo trip is for you!
We paddle from the Harbour next to the small beach across the ocean, then under the Suspension Bridge and up the beautiful Storms River Mouth. Please note that if the sea is rough, you have to hike to the Suspension Bridge (along a boardwalked trail), where we then hike along the river from the suspension bridge up to the jetty to where you then get on onto your kayaks. This 1km hike takes about 30 min
This is where the true Kayaking adventure begins – paddling the Storms River, the pinnacle of Tsitsikamma National Park. After waving to all the tourists photographing you from the Suspension Bridge, we continue the kayak trip up the Stormsriver. We paddle right into the bats cave and spend time gazing up at the magnificent and spectacular cliffs all around us, all from the comfort of our double sit-on-top kayaks.
At the low-water point we disembark our kayaks and we jump on our unique Lilo’s. (a Lilo is an inflatable mattress that we’ve had specially made for this trip). From here we walk and float over a short section of rocks and simply wade deeper up the river on the Lilo’s. What a stunning view it is, laying on a Lilo at water level, and gazing up to cliffs that touch the sky! At reaching a certain point, we simply turn our Lilo’s around and float back down river to our Kayaks!
ACTIVITY BREAKDOWN
When the ocean is safe to kayak over the trip will involve in total: 10 minutes briefing, 20-30 minutes of ocean kayaking, 30-40 minutes of river kayaking, 40 minutes on Lilo and +/- 20 minutes Cliff Jumping, swimming and some time in between of just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful view. If the ocean is unsafe to kayak over, the trip will involve in total: +/- 40 minutes of hiking through the forest, 10 minutes of briefing, 30-40 minutes of river kayaking, 40 minutes on Lilo and +/- 20 minutes Cliff Jumping, swimming etc. as above.
PLEASE NOTE: The kayak & lilo activity starts half an hour after the time slot booked for as it takes time to have the briefing (see above), be kitted out etc. Please see below link that will show you where we are located.
https://youtu.be/4KkJRHX-mWQ?si=SruZyd63n3uM0KBU
Clients are not allowed on our activities under the influence of alcohol.
Please note: We are located INSIDE the National Park please see video link below that shows you where we are located, gate entry fees must be paid upon arrival. Please note that we are currently experiencing approximately one-hour delays at the entrance gate due to renovations by SANPARKS. Please allow for extra time.
During the peak summer season, it can take an hour or longer to get through the National Park gate. Please allow for this in your travel planning as there are no refunds for late/no shows.
NOTE: If you are requiring times or group sizes other than those shown please contact our shop on 073 1300 689 / 076 959 2817 during business hours as other time slots may be available.
https://youtu.be/4KkJRHX-mWQ?si=SruZyd63n3uM0KBU
the kayak tour was beautiful. The guide julio was prepared, attentive, friendly. - Gabriele Pucillo
Such a fun adventure!! We went on a grey and rainy day and it was amazing. Loved how mystical it made the gorge feel. Our guides were great, we learnt so much about the wild life. - Rebekah LeBrun
It was great! Beautiful views and great guides. - South Africa Nomads
Wat een fantastische ervaring! De kayak tour was perfect van begin tot eind. De gidsen waren ontzettend enthousiast en zorgden voor een fijne, persoonlijke sfeer. De route was prachtig en onderweg konden we echt genieten van de natuur. Op de terugweg wist onze gids zelfs nog dolfijnen te spotten -- een magisch moment! We hebben enorm genoten en raden deze tour zeker aan! - Jesper Rijnders
A highlight of our trip to South Africa. The guides were helpful and we all loved this experience. - Judith Rawlings
Our AfriCanyon river adventure starts with registration, getting your wetsuit, kit and a quick briefing at basecamp. We then transfer you to the river entry point, a short drive in our vehicle and within minutes you are on your way. A brilliant combination of fun and adventure in the great outdoors!
Run the river with AfriCanyon, navigate through the river shallows, swim through natural tannin coloured fresh-water mountain pools, maneuver down water slides and abseil waterfalls as you dip down into the river gorge.
First timer, novice or seasoned at canyoning we’ve got your back. Under our professional guidance, using the latest spec adventure equipment your qualified guide ensures a kloofing adventure you simply can’t get enough of.
In fact we know you’re likely to want to do it again and again!
So Take the Gap, Feel the Rush.
CUSTOMERS – PLEASE ENSURE YOU GET TO THE AFRICANYON BASE 1 HOUR BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED BOOKING FOR BRIEFING AND EQUIPMENT ISSUE / GEAR UP
CUSTOMERS – PLEASE ENSURE YOU GET TO THE AFRICANYON BASE 1 HOUR BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED BOOKING FOR BRIEFING AND EQUIPMENT ISSUE / GEAR UP
2 Guides per trip.
All adventure, equipment. ie. Wet Suit, Harness, Helmet, Life jackets
Food and drink
NO Pregnant ladies allowed!
NB – GROUP SIZE – If your group size is greater than 10 people and you would like to do the activity together please contact the office and arrange for a special trip.
NB – ALL CUSTOMERS ARE TO PLEASE BRING A PAIR OF SHOES WITH THEM SUITABLE FOR SWIMMING AND FOR RIVER WALKING. If you do not have suitable shoes you can rent them from us at R90,00 / pair.
CUSTOMERS MUST ARRIVE 1 HOUR BEFORE THE BOOKING TIME FOR THE SAFETY BRIEFING AND EQUIPMENT ISSUE.
Absolutely incredible experience kloofing with guides Darren and Warren! Despite the rainy weather, this adventure turned out to be the *perfect* activity for a wet day. In fact, the rain only made it more thrilling and immersive --- you're getting soaked anyway, so why not dive right in? Darren and Warren were top-notch guides: knowledgeable, professional, and full of energy. They made sure everyone felt safe, confident, and excited throughout the entire experience. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and they struck the perfect balance between fun and safety. Sliding down waterfalls, jumping into rock pools, and rappelling down canyons , it was pure magic. It felt like stepping into another world. I can't recommend this enough --- especially on a rainy day! If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure, kloofing with Darren and Warren should be at the top of your list. - Julie Burkett
Fantastic experience with phenomenal guides who take safety very seriously but make sure you have loads of fun - Kim Sim
Puma and Warren are stars. I was a solo traveler amongst two families and never felt alone. It was a great experience and I'm seriously considering doing it again to conquer those few jumps that scared me. - Ndeyapo Shilongo
Julian and Puna were great! canyoning was so much fun! would 100% recommend! - Ella Trott
Excellent experience for our family of four ( kids 7 and 11yrs). The guides were confidence giving and energetic. All kit in excellent condition and safety came first. Great variety of canyoning challenges. Totally recommend for adventourous kids and adults alike. - Elkie Mace
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