Fishing, Canoeing and Kayaking on the Orange River

The Orange River flows right past Orania, and canoeing and kayaking are the best way to see it. In Orania, the Aan die Oewer resort hires out rowing boats by the hour, with paddles and life jackets, has kayaks and a raft on the river, and runs tubing with a guide in the December holidays. For a longer paddle, Adventure Kayaking in Vanderkloof runs a 16 km day trip on the river and three-day trips on the river and the dam, camping under the stars along the riverbanks. Our River Stay hut will come with two kayaks when it opens; join the waiting list to hear when.

Fishing enthusiasts can catch yellowfish (up to 4 kg), carp, Mozambique tilapia and catfish from the riverbanks. Guided fly-fishing for yellowfish is offered nearby by Gkhui Gkhui River Lodge, on the R369 between Hopetown and Orania. A raft float at sunrise or sunset is the easy way to see the river with the whole family. Birdwatching is excellent, with Cape cormorants, goliath herons, fish eagles and kingfishers commonly spotted.