Looking for River Rafting?
You’ve come to the right place!
The adventure starts at Paddle Power in Hartbeespoort!
Our 2 hour, guided river rafting experience is perfect for families, friends, corporate groups, and team buildings – no experience needed!
An exciting trip covering 5km of the Crocodile River, Hartbeespoort. Navigate with your partner in our two-person crocs and face a number of rapids, ranging from class 1 to 3, and sometimes 4 after good rains!
Summer 2023-2024 Rate: Minimum of 2 people = R480 per person
What you can expect on your adventure:
You’ll want to prepare a couple of things at home first. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet, a swimming costume or bathing suit underneath is a great idea, and closed shoes like sneakers or takkies that will handle the rocks along the river bank. Don’t forget sunscreen, lather up before you get dressed! Pack that peak or sun hat to wear under your helmet.
Arrive at Paddle Power an hour before your scheduled tour. Sign in, meet the adventure team and the rest of your tour group.
Get kitted up in your safety gear – life jacket and helmet. Hop in the vehicle and let’s get moving! Off to the put-in site we go… this is a +-15min drive. Once at the put-in site, we will have a test of strength – grab your buddy and a boat and make your way down to the river banks. At the bottom, you’ll have your full safety briefing by your River Guide covering how to navigate, paddle, what to do if you go overboard, and most importantly, how to use your paddle in the most optimal way to splash other paddlers!
Now the great adventure begins! Time to hop in your raft and on the river – enjoy!
Book your River Rafting Adventure now:
Summer weekend activity slots (September to April) run at 8:30am meet & sign-in or 2:00pm meet & sign in. Winter (May to August) is 11am. Weekday trip times are flexible.
Rafting Adventurers must be 8 years and older due to safety requirements (gear fitting them correctly and the ability to help themselves should they come out of the raft and into the water). Ages 8 – 12 years must be paired with a competent adult. 13 yrs + welcome.
River Rafting restrictions and weight: we do not have a weight restriction – it is more a matter of ability. As long as the person is reasonably fit and healthy enough to partake in the activity. They need to be able to assist their partner carry the boat about 100m over rocks to the put-in site and be able to sit and paddle in the boat for the duration of the trip. A good indication is if they can sit cross-legged on the floor for a minimum of 15 minutes and get up without assistance. Tall/muscular/heavy isn’t an issue.
We regret that we are unable to accommodate pregnant persons due to the nature of the activity.
Meal & Adventure Combo available at our riverside restaurant!
Lunch is served onsite at The Rusty Feather, ask us about our current meal combos or simply request to book a table and order off menu when you arrive. Meal combos and table bookings are subject to availability.
The Rusty Feather is a fully licensed premise and boasts a wonderful selection of drinks, cocktails, craft beer, and more! The restaurant is open to the public for walk-ins too, however, booking a table on weekends is advisable.
Open Wednesday – Friday: from 11am, and Saturday & Sunday: from 8am.
Where to find us:
We’re on the Crocodile River in Broederstroom, Hartbeespoort – North West Province, South Africa!
Look for our Paddle Power signage at the T-junction of the R512 & R104 – brick / gravel road slights off the main road on the left before you drive over the river from the direction of the t-junction.