Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
River mouth to Nama Canyon (which has a few more serious rapids); and Nama Canyon
to Selingsdrif.
CANOEING
Amanzi Trails
( in South Africa 27-21-559 1573;
www.amanzitrails.co.za
)
This well-established
South African company is based in Abiqua Camp, and specialises in four-/five-day guided
canoe trips down the Orange River costing N$2020/2360 per person. It also arranges
shorter self-guided trips and longer excursions up Fish River for more experienced clients.
Felix Unite
( in South Africa 27-21-702-9400;
www.felixunite.com
)
Another highly reputable
South African operator, Felix Unite is based in Provenance Camp, and specialises in four-/
six-day guided canoe and rafting trips down the Orange River costing N$3175/3650 per
person. It can also combine these excursions with lengthier trips around the Western Cape
of South Africa.
CANOEING
Sleeping
Abiqua Camp $$
( 297255;
www.amanzitrails.co.za/abiqua_river_camp/abiqua_camp.html
; campsite
per person N$70, plus per vehicle N$30, s/d/tr chalet N$350/ 420/490)
This well-situated
camp, 15km down Orange River Rd, sits on the riverbank. It's the launch point for Aman-
zi Trails, so you can stock up on supplies, indulge in a hot meal and get a good night's rest
before embarking on your canoe trip.
CAMPGROUND
Camp Provenance $$
( in South Africa 27-21-702-9400;
www.felixunite.com
;
campsite per person N$100,
permanent tw tent N$600, tw cabana N$800)
Approximately 10km west of Noordoewer is
this safari-chic river camp and launch point for Felix Unite. Purists can pitch their own
tent on the grassy field, while lovers of creature comforts can bed down in a permanent
tent or chalet, and stockpile their reserves for the paddling ahead.
CAMPGROUND
Getting There & Away
Noordoewer is located just off the B1 near the South African border, and is only access-
ible by private transport.
