Vat no: 4600245437

Comp. reg: 23/10/2007

29 St James Street, S/Set West 7140, Tel 021 8511616, Fax 0865860514,

BreedeRiver rafting

From its source up in the mountains above Ceres, the fertile valley named after the Greek goddess, the BreedeRiver meanders for 300 km’s before it deposits its water into the mighty Indian Ocean. During its long journey to the coast, it provides life giving water to the various farming communities and the produce sustained out of this beautiful river is bountiful. However, the Breede is not only a life provider, it also boast amazing birdlife, ample fishing and its winding gully’s, channels and fun rapids make this the ideal river rafting destination close to Cape Town.

Equipment & Guides:

We make use of 2-man inflatable rafts (crocodiles) with cooler box, dry bags, personal floatation devices and paddles included. The inflatable rafts are easy to control, safe and loads of fun.

Two or three qualified river guides with the necessary experience and knowledge of the river and the environment will guide you on your day of adventure through the BreedeRiverValley. Noprevious experience is needed and only a moderate fitness level is required. We believe in responsible and sustainable tourism development and have the utmost respect for the beautiful African continent and its rivers. Please help us to keep our rivers clean and pristine

After paddling the Breede from source to mouth, we have decided to concentrate our operations in 3 sections:

  1. The upper section, at the foot of Bain’s kloof pass, runs only in winter and late spring, but is truly a lovely paddle. From the put in on Bergsig wine estate it winds through narrow gully’s and scenic sections and yes, there are a few rapids too!! The end point is about 2 km’s after the SlanghoekBridge and accommodation is provided at the endpoint in the form of 2 delightful cottages on the banks of the river. For bigger groups, accommodation can be arranged at the nearby Slanghoek mountain camp.

Suitable for small to medium groups for day and overnight trips

  1. The most popular section close to Cape Town, based outside Worcester and a hour and a half’s drive out the Mother city, starts from Nekkies campsite and the first weir gets everyone into the rafting spirit. Abundant malachite king fishers and a few breeding pairs of fish eagles make for some spectacular bird watching. The trip ends at Bonamanzi camp and lodge and a choice of accommodation options are available. This stretch is suitable for small, medium and large groups and for day, overnight and weekend trips
  2. The Kambati stretch, 20 km’s before Swellendam hosts some great rapids and amazing scenery. Starting either from Kambati campsite or from Drew bridge, this is truly and amazing paddle through some of the more remote areas on the Breede. No other operator paddles there and the scenery will enchant everyone. This stretch is suitable for small, medium and large groups and preferable for overnight and weekend trips.

Breede river packages

Day trips:

We meet at a pre- arranged point and time where we will have a briefing on the day’s activities and a short safety speech. The day is spent paddling for 3 - 4 hours on the beautiful BreedeRiver, lunch is served on a picnic style basis along the river and we have time to enjoy the scenic mountains that guard over this fertilevalley. We often stop for swim breaks, admire the beautiful fauna and flora and generally have as much fun as possible. This relaxing inflatable canoe trip is not a race and is paced by you.

Includes: rafting, equipment, guides and lunch.

Price: R 450.00/person

Overnight trips:

Day 1:

We meet at a pre- arranged point and time where we will have a briefing on the day’s activities and a short safety speech. Depending on the stretch you chose, we head down river to explore the many facets of this unique river eco-system. We have a picnic style lunch on the banks of the Breede, and allow ample time for swimming, raft building and generally have as much fun as possible. On arrival at camp, we take a well deserved shower and a few cold drinks, before the guides serve us with a delicious meal prepared on an open fire. Overnight in your choice of accommodation

Day 2:

We have breakfast before departing home.

Included: Rafting, equipment, guides, in trip transport, 3 meals and your choice of accommodation.

Price: R 950.00/person

Weekender Trips (2 Nights/2 days)

Again depending on the stretch you prefer we meet up on the Friday night at either Kambati or Bonamanzi.

Day 1- Friday

Your friendly guides will meet you at either destination from 18h00. We settle in and have some friendly banter before dinner is served at 20h00, but will be kept warm for those who join us later.

Dinner: Pork neck chops, sausage, baked bread, Greek salad, butternut, apple pie & custard, tea and coffee. Overnight in a choice of accommodation

Day 2- Saturday

After a healthy breakfast, we make our way up stream and launch at Drew’s bridge or Nekkies for a day of fun on the Breede. The BreedeRiver winds its way towards the Indian Ocean and this stretch has some fun rapids, beautiful scenery and abundant birdlife. Lunch will be served on the one of the many beautiful sandbanks of the river, and we should be back at camp at about 16h00, where we will relax and swim and savour a few sundowners before dinner is served.

Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Muesli, Yoghurt, Fruit, Juice, Tea & Coffee / Rolls, Cold Meats, Salads, Fruit, Mussels, Rice Cakes, Mini Chocolates, Juice / Tandori Chicken Pot, Health Rice, Chocolate Cake, Tea & Coffee

Day 3: Sunday

After a hearty fry-up breakfast, we launch out rafts and paddle towards Swellendam. Again we encounter some fun rapids and winding gully’s where we will look for the beautiful malachite kingfishers abundant in this area.

We will be back at camp for our last lunch and sadly say goodbye, before we head back to our origin at +/- 14h00.

Breakfast / lunch
Bacon, Eggs, Bread, tea and Coffee / Couscous salad with mint sauce and smoked chicken

Price: R 1 250.00 inclusive of rafting, guides and equipment, camping, in trip transport, all meals as indicated.

BreedeRiver Booking Form

Tour date: / Tour Code:
Name: / Surname:
Age: / Nationality:
Sex M/F: / Weight:
Previous Experience: Yes/No / Passport No:
How did you Discover us? / E-Mail Address:
Next of Kin name /address: / Home address:
Special Interests i.e. birds etc.: / Contact details:
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Special Diets i.e. Vegetarian / diabetes: / Special Medical Conditions/asthma/allergies etc.:
Payment by cash, c/card, cheque:
Card number:
Expiry date:
Last three digits at back: / Enclosed is my payment of: R…………………
Amount Due: R…………………
Total cost of Trip: R…………………
Payment received by …………………………………………………Booking agent / Transport Required: Y/N
Transport Paid: R 200 Y/N
I the undersigned have read and understand the Booking Conditions, and accept them as well as the general conditions of The African Rafting Company / Full Name:
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BreedeRiver Day Trip / Adults R 450,00
BreedeRiver Overnighter / Adults R 950.00
Breede river Weekender / Adults R 1 250.00
Kids under 12 / Less R 100.00
Return Transport From Cape Town / Per Person R 200.00
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ACC: 164 0023 801 / Branch Code: 164 005

All bookings must accompany a completed booking and indemnity form and a 25 % deposit. Please send proof of deposit to our office@ Fax 0865860514 or.

Please state any special diet or medical condition on your booking form.

I , ______THE UNDERSIGNED CONFIRM THAT I HAVE BEEN WELL ADVISED AND THOROUGHLY INFORMED OF THE INHERENT DANGERS OF RIVER RAFTING/ CANOEING TRIPS AND OR ANY OTHER WATER ACTIVITY ON THE ______- RIVER. BY SIGNING THIS RELEASE, I CERTIFY THAT I AM FULLY AWARE OF THE BASIC RISK AND DANGERS AND THE IMPLICATIONS THEREOF.I HEREBY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT NEITHER THE CREW / GUIDES, NOR THE AFRICAN RAFTING COMPANY, ITS DIRECTORS, SERVANTS, AGENTS AND/OR CONTRACTORS MAY BE LIABLE IN ANY WAY FOR ANY OCCURRENCE IN CONNECTION WITH THE EXPEDITION / CANOEING TRIP, WHICH MAY RESULT IN MY INJURY OR DEATH, OR ANY DAMAGES (TO ME OR MY PROPERTY), DELAYS AND/OR INCONVENIENCE SUFFERED BY ME OR MY FAMILY, HEIRS OR ASSIGNS. IN CONSIDERATION OF BEING ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE ON THE EXPEDITION / CANOEING TRIP, I HEREBY PERSONALLY ASSUME ALL RISKS IN CONNECTION WITH THE EXPEDITION / CANOEING TRIP, FOR ANY HARM, INJURY OR DAMAGE WHICH MAY BEFALL ME WHILE I AM PARTICIPATING; INCLUDING ALL RISKS CONNECTED THEREWITH, WHETHER CIVIL OR CRIMINAL BY ME, OR MY FAMILY, ESTATE, HEIRS, OR ASSIGNS, ARISING OUT OF MY PARTICIPATION ON THIS TRIP.I HAVE BEEN MADE AWARE THAT I WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO AND FROM THE RIVER BY VEHICLE. I AGREE THAT THE AFRICAN RAFTING COMPANY, IT’S DIRECTORS, SERVANTS, AGENTS AND/OR CONTRACTORS WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE BY ME FOR ANY INJURY CAUSED TO ME, WHETHER FATAL OR OTHERWISE, OR TO MY PROPERTY, AND HOWSOEVER ARISING, WHICH MAY OCCUR TO ME DURING TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE RIVER.I FURTHER INDEMNIFY THE ABOVE PARIES AND WAIVE ALL MY RIGHTS TO MAKE A CLAIM, WHETHER OR NOT SUCH INJURY OR LOSS WAS DUE TO NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE COMPANY, IT’S DIRECTORS, SERVANTS, AGENTS AND/OR CONTRACTORS OR OTHERWISE. DESCISSIONS MADE BY THE PROFESSIONAL GUIDES OF THE COMPANY, REGARDING MY SAFETY OR REGARDING IMMNENT DANGERS THAT MAY HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE GROUP, MYSELF OR THE GENERAL CONDUCT OF THE TOUR IS IN ALL REGARDS FINAL AND I SHALL ADHERE TO THESE DECISIONS. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTOOD THE ABOVE INDEMNITY AND I AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS INDEMNITY. THIS AGREEMENT SETS OUT THE FULL BASIS OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE COMPANY AND ME. NO REPRESENTATION OR STATEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO ME BY ANY REPRESENTATIVES OF THE COMPANY AS TO THE MEANING OF THE ABOVE TERMS.

I FURTHER STATE THAT I AM OF LAWFUL AGE AND LEGALLY COMPETENT TO SIGN THIS AFFIRMATION AND RELEASE, OR THAT I ACQUIRED THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF MY PARENTS OR GUARDIANS.

FURTHERMORE THAT I AM MEDICALLY FIT TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS RAFTING / CANOEING TRIP AND IF I HAVE A MEDICAL CONCERN THAT I ACCEPT THE CONSEQUENCES THEREOF. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THE TERMS HEREIN ARE CONTRACTUAL AND NOT A MERE RECITAL AND THAT I HAVE SIGNED THIS DOCUMENT OF MY OWN FREE ACT.

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NAME DATE

______NAME OF LEGAL GUARDIAN ON BEHALF OF MINOR

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