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The Orange River Richtersveld National
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Base Camp
We start and end all our orange river rafting trips from our base camp. Our base camp is on the banks of the orange river and provides an excellent haven for all our campers and visitors to the richtersveldnational park.
20 km from the namibian and south african borderpost.
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| Orange River Info |
| 4 Day Orange River |
| 6 Day Orange River |
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Canoes, Orange River |
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| Suggested Kit list |
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| Sleeping Bag |
| Sleeping Mat (roll mat / Blow up) |
| Torch Batteries |
| Matches |
| Toilet paper |
| Bio–degradable soap |
| Water bottle |
| 6 black disposable bags |
| Own Cutlery, Crockery |
| Cups |
| Own drinks |
| Valid Passport |
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| T-shirts / sarong / shorts /
khikhoi |
| Anorak / sweater / pants / |
| Tracksuit |
| Sunglasses with string &
cork |
| Strops |
| Towel |
| Decanter Glass drinks |
| Sun cream, lip balm, sun hat
/ cap |
| Re–hydrate satchel |
| water purify tablets |
| Camera film |
| Sense
of Humour!!! |
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| From Cape Town |
From Johannesburg |
| Take the N7 north past Springbok towards the border post of
Namibia & South Africa at Vioolsdrift. At the border post
you turn Left and drive parallel with the Orange River for 22
km until you see the sign Umkulu base camp. At the umkulu base camp
sign you turn right for 800m to our base camp. |
You take the Trans Kalahari road past Upington towards Springbok,
at Springbok you take the N7 towards Vioolsdrift and follow
the same procedures as specified for Cape Town directions on
the left. |
Cape Town - Base camp
(690km) |
Johannesburg – Vioolsdrift
(1400 km) |
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| FAQ's |
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| Q: What is included on Umkulu River Trips? |
| A: All river equipement, cooler box (per boat), dry bag, all meals, 2 quilified river guides. |
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| Q: What is excluded on Umkulu River Trips? |
| A: Own Drinks, Sleeping Bags, Items of personal nature, cutlery and crockery |
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| Q: What level of fitness do I need? |
| A: No previous experience is needed, only a moderate level of fitness is required |
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| Q: When is the best time to go? |
| A: All year round |
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| Inflatable Canoe Dates And Departures: |
| Download Word Document with Departure dates. |
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Sunset |
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Peaceful Orange River |
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Group Photo |
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Swimming |
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Calm Orange River |
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Taking a Break |
Canoeing down the Orange |
canoeing |
Lunch Time |
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| Umkulu Safari & Canoe Trails |
| Enquiries and Reservations: |
| Email: info@umkulu.co.za |
| Tel: +27(0)21 853 7952 |
| Fax: +27(0)21 853 8391 |
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All trips require a minimum participation of 6 persons.
All ages:
Minimum 5 years
Maximum 75 years
Fully catered Orange river adventure.
Tailor made trips can be arranged for groups of 12 and more.
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No Glass Allowed -
Cutlery / crockery
must be plastic or enamel.
Drinks may only
be in cans / plastic containers.
Cameras are brought at the owners on own risk. (Watertight container,
or disposable splash proof camera)
Dont Forget your passport
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| Day 1 |
[D] |
Chicken Braai with Garlic Bread, Greek
salad and Butternut |
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Snacks,Tea & Coffee |
| Day 2 |
[B] |
Muesli, Cereal, Bread , Jam, cheese,
Tea & coffee |
[L] |
Hotdogs, Coleslaw , salad , chocs |
[D] |
Macaroni & cheese, Greek Salad
and Garlic Bread |
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Fruit Salad . Tea & Coffee |
| Day 3 |
[B] |
French Toast with Cheese and Jam,
Rusks,Tea & Coffee |
[L] |
Pasta Salad , Health Bread ,Chocs |
[D] |
Leg of Lamb and River Chips with Coleslaw,
vegetables, |
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Apple Pie & Custard,Tea &
Coffee |
| Day 4 |
[B] |
Bacon and Boiled Eggs with Bread,
Cheese, Coffee & Tea |
[L] |
Cold meats with Gherkins, Pickled
Onions ,Potato Salad ,Bread |
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Pork Neck chops with Stir Fry, Beer
Bread & Pineapple Rings |
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Snacks , Tea & Coffee |
| Day 5 |
[B] |
Bread with Cheese , Jam, Tea &
Coffee |
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Depart after Breakfast |
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Transport can be arranged from
Cape Town
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