90 Minutes Blyde River Canyon Boat Cruise
Enjoy the splendour of the third largest Canyon in the world. Unquestionably being the largest 'green canyon' due to its lush Subtropical foliage.
About this Tour
Enjoy the splendour of the third largest Canyon in the world. Unquestionably being the largest 'green canyon' due to its lush Subtropical foliage. An interpretation tour by a tour guide will take you to the you to the rare living Kadishi Tufa waterfall and the Three Rondawels. An abundance of wildlife will keep you distracted while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon.
The Blyde River canyon supports large diversity of life, including numerous fish and antelope species as well as Hippos and Crocodiles, primate species and a diversity of birdlife such as the African Fish Eagle, African Finfoot and much more.
Possibly the best view in the whole of the Blyde River Canyon is of the "Three Rondavels", huge, round rocks, thought to be reminiscent of the houses or huts of the indigenous people, known as rondavels. The Canyon is famous for the Kadishi Tufa waterfall. At 200m (around 660 feet) in height it is the second tallest Tufa waterfall on earth. In the case of the Kadishi Tufa fall, the formation that has been produced strikingly resembles a face which is crying profusely, and is thus sometimes known as the weeping face of nature.
Practical Information
Everything You Need to Know
Arrangements
- When
- Open Monday to Sundays Closed on Christmas day
- Where
- Blyde River Dam jetty, 7km from Swadini, Forever Resort. Use Forever Resorts Swadini to get the GPS Co-ordinates. Entrance to the boat are from the R531 or the R527. Please take note that we are 140km from Graskop, 40km from Hoedspruit, 120km from Hazyview. MTPA Entrance fee is payable on arrival.
- Weather
- Depending on weather conditions
- What to Wear
- Comfortable clothes, during winter time bring warm clothes
- Things to Bring
- Camera, bring something to drink and to eat. Please take note ALCOHOL ARE NOT ALLOWED on the boat
- Guests or Spectators
- No Spectators allowed
Notes
Tariff Structure — Children aged 2–12 years are charged at the applicable child rate. Guests 13 years and older are charged at the adult rate. · Private Boat Hire — The boat is available for private hire and functions. Please contact our office for availability, rates and arrangements. · Snacks & Drinks — We do not provide or sell snacks or beverages on board. Guests are welcome to bring their own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy during the cruise. · Please note: Alcohol is strictly prohibited on the boat.
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