Vaal River – South Africa

 

The Vaal River is the largest tributary of the Orange River in South Africa. The river has its source in the Drakensberg mountains in Mpumalanga, east of Johannesburg and about 30 km north of Clarens in the Free State at a source known as the Ash River. It then flows southwest to its conjunction with the Orange River southwest of Kimberley in the Northern Cape. It is 1120km in length, and forms the border between Mpumalanga, Gauteng and North West Province on its north bank, and the Free State on its south.

 

Vaal River Rafting at Parys

 

The Vaal River at Parys is an exciting whitewater rafting destination. The quaint town of Parys is conveniently located for adventure enthusiasts. Embark on a day of river rafting and experience the thrill and challenges of conquering the rapids of the mighty Vaal River or spend a weekend exploring the arts and crafts in Parys.

 

Enjoy a weekend of fun and adrenaline. The Vaal offer a pristine and existing level for all rafters. From a Grade 1 to a grade 5 is offered and you can choose your level of adrenaline for the weekend all depending on the flow levels of the Vaal river.

   

Activity Grading:

• White Water Rafting is classified according to an internationally accepted protocol. Rivers are graded using a scale from 1-5, according to the degree of difficulty.
• Vaal River at Parys - Grade 1-3.

Age Group:

• Adrenalin junkies from 9 years and older

What to Bring:

• Sunscreen/ Lip ice
• Shoes/ Closed sandals
• Windbreaker/ Hat
• Sunglasses (with strap)
• Personal medication
• Snacks and refreshments

Fees Include:

• Equipment
• APA River guides
• Water proof containers
• Access fees

Fees Exclude:

• Alcoholic drinks
• Accommodation/ Meals and drinks (optional)

Accommodation:

• A wide variety of accommodation can be arranged.  Ranging from a luxury en-suite tented camp where friends can sit around a bristling campfire to rustic mountain chalets where leopard still dare to roam.

Fact & Fiction:

• Fact – you will get wet
• Fiction – the rafts are engine propelled
• Fact – guides can walk on water (?)
• Fiction – the last sighting of a crocodile is the one on which you are rafting

 

Combine your rafting trip with one of the following exciting activities:

 

White Water Tubing – R275 pp

Paintball – from R150 pp

Abseiling – R250 pp

Quad Biking – R475 pp (2 – 3 hours)

Clay pigeon shooting – R315 pp

Croc polo – R185 pp (minimum 20 people)

River lunch – from R90 pp

Breakfast – from R85 pp

Teambuilding available on request