canoeing trip essentials
Packing List for Orange River

Kit list - Orange River

You might be wondering what you can bring with you on a Canoeing Trip. Well, we have put together a kit list below to help you prepare for your Canoeing Trip! Everything you will need to bring/ carry is listed below! 

PREPARATION FIRST
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Planning a canoe trip on the Orange River? Ensure you’re fully prepared with our comprehensive packing list! Our essential checklist will help you pack everything you need for an unforgettable outdoor adventure.

Please use the below as a packing guideline.

  • Clothing – do not pack too much:
    • Swimming gear: towel, sarong, and swimwear
    • Outerwear: Anorak or windbreaker for summer; tracksuit for cooler winter nights
    • Headwear: Cap or wide brimmed hat for sun protection; woollen hat or beanie for winter nights
    • Sun Protection: Long-sleeved shirt with a collar
    • Footwear: Closed shoes or booties for the river (aqua shoes or Crocs works well); dry shoes for evenings (flipflops or sandals are sufficient, so you only need one pair)
    • Gloves: For sun protection
  • Camping gear for nights on the river:
    • Tent: Lightweight and essential (to protect from wind and insects). Tent pegs are not needed on sandy spots; use rocks to secure the corners.
    • Cutlery & Crockery: Plate, bowl, mug, knife, fork, spoon, teaspoon, and dishcloth
    • Sleeping Surface: Yoga mat, inflatable mattress (hand pump required as no power available), and ground sheet
    • Sleeping Gear: Sleeping bag and pillow
    • Folding Chairs: Optional
  • Securing your gear:
    • Ropes/Straps: For attaching cooler, barrel and additional items to the boat
  • Beverages & Snacks:
    • Special Dietary Needs: Replacement food if you have specific dietary requirements
    • Water: There is no drinkable water at base camp or on the river. Pack at least 2 litters of bottled water or nonalcoholic beverages per day. Freezing some of your water is recommended to keep it cold throughout your trip.
    • Snacks: Consider packing dried fruit, biltong, dry sausage, peanuts, chocolate bars, Super C, and jelly babies. Be aware that some meats may be restricted for entry into Namibia, so check border regulations before traveling

Accessories and Optional Extras:

  • Recreational Items: Fishing rod, games, playing cards, frisbee, bats, balls, or cricket bat
  • Beach Umbrella: With tie-downs
  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Lighting: Torch with batteries or a headlamp (preferred)
  • Sun Protection: Sunscreen and lip balm (zinc-based is most effective)
  • Sunglasses: Must have a strap
  • Personal medication: Please consult border regulations for specific requirements.
  • Insect Repellent: Essential during peak mosquito season; Peaceful Sleep spray is recommended
  • Toiletries: Biodegradable soap and toilet paper
  • Storage: Garbage bags and dry bags for waterproofing (optional)

How it Works

Our mohawk canoes accommodate two people each. You will each be given a dry barrel (approximately 30 liters) for your personal dry items and a cooler box (52-can capacity) to share with one other person for the trip.

Packing Your Barrel:

  1. Line the barrel with a garbage bag for waterproofing.
  2. Place your sleeping bags loosely at the bottom, then add your dry clothes on top. Typically, you'll wear the same clothes each night and only change your underwear. During the day, you’ll mostly wear swimwear for canoeing and swimming. Wet clothes usually dry overnight and are ready for the next day. Avoid bringing too many clothes—leave any extra clean clothes at base camp for your drive home. Any additional items you want to keep dry can be added to the barrel if space permits. Ensure the barrel is closed properly to maintain waterproofing.
Water and Beverages:
  • Bring a minimum of 2 liters of water per day. Keep a 5-liter can of water outside your cooler box, and a 1-liter bottle inside your cooler for frequent refilling.
  • If bringing alcoholic drinks, they must be in cans, plastic, or box containers as glass is not permitted on the river. Verify duty-free limits with the border authorities.
Ice and Cooling:
  • Ice is limited on the river. To keep your drinks cold, freeze some before arriving and place them in your cooler box upon arrival.
Camping Gear:
  • Secure your tent and chairs tightly to your canoe. Note that larger tents and chairs will add weight. We recommend a compact 2–3-person tent and bringing a chair only if necessary

Canoeing Inquiry

To view current canoeing prices, click here

These prices are valid for 2025, if you pay a deposit of R1000 per person before the 30th of November 2024.

Canoeing Trip:

Adults:

Students (U/23):

Children (U/18):

Children (U/12):

½ Day | 1 Night 

R 1 600

R 1 350

R 1 050

R 800

1 Day | 2 Nights

R 2 300

R 2 100

R 2 000

R 1 850

2 Day | 3 Nights

R 4 500

R 4 250

R 4 000

R 3 750

3 Day | 4 Nights

R 4 750

R 4 500

R 4 250

R 4 000

4 Day | 5 Nights

R 5 000

R 4 750

R 4 500

R 4 250

5 Day | 6 Nights

R 5 250

R 5 000

R 4 750

R 4 500

Student Special (U/23 only) - 4 Day, 5 Night


Additional day @ R 370 pp

R 4 100

Note: Student Specials not available during Easter & NYB

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