Canyoning & Abseiling in South Africa: 10 Compared on Price and Time

1.Standard Canyoning Trip in The Crags, South Africa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · from $60Our pick

Spend about three hours canyoning through The Crags with trained guides such as Tabzzz, Julian, Darren, or Puna. Swim or hike through a river, rappel down a 25-meter waterfall, jump from a cliff, then zipline into the pool below a 30-meter fall. Wetsuit, helmet, harness, and life vest are included.

“Fantastic and exciting walk/swim down a beautiful river. Excellent and knowledgeable guides, Tabzzz and Julian looked after us throughout. Both had a good sense of humour to ensure the group had a great day out.. thanks guys ,highly recommended?”

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2.Canyoning Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 353 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $52

Spend about two to two and a half hours canyoning near Plettenberg Bay, with a 25-meter abseil, river swims, optional jumps up to 7 meters, waterfall abseils, and a 55-meter zip-line. English-speaking guides such as Tebz, Julian, Steph, Darren, Warren, and Puna lead the route, with wetsuits and safety gear supplied.

“An amazing outing! take time to see the scenery while swimming. Warren and Julian are amazing guides that take your safety seriously so that you can enjoy the activities without worry. wear decent gripping shoes for the rocks amd your good to go!”

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3.Short Canyoning Trip in The Crags

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 221 reviews · from $48

At The Crags near Plettenberg Bay, you’ll gear up with a wetsuit, helmet, life vest, and harness before hiking, swimming, and abseiling through an ancient forest canyon. Two qualified guides lead the route, including the 25-meter Rush waterfall. Optional jumps, small groups, and beginner-friendly instruction make this a lively two-hour outing.

“It was an unforgettable experience with magical views and adrenaline pumping jumps. Tebzzzz and Puna made us feel safe and made the experience super exciting and fun.”

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4.Table Mountain Abseiling Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 203 reviews · 1 hour · from $68

Meet the English-speaking Cape Town Abseil team beside the cable car exit on Table Mountain. After a safety briefing, you descend 112 metres with guides such as Lloyd, Jordan, Mthunzi, and Bonga nearby. Expect a small group of up to eight, huge Atlantic views, and a rocky 30 to 60 minute hike back up.

“The experience was amazing! The tour guides were also amazing and very patient”

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5.Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Blackwater Tubing

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 58 reviews · 6 hours · from $122

From Storms River Village, you’ll drive into Goesa Nature Reserve, hike 800 meters into the gorge, then spend up to five hours paddling, scrambling, swimming, and tubing toward Tsitsikamma’s suspension bridges. Guides such as Enzo, Darren, Ross, Richard, and Justin have led recent trips. Expect a demanding day, not a lazy float.

“What an experience! We loved it. The two guides were very funny and it was a great time with them! I would highly recommend :)”

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6.Stormsrivier: Green Route Tubing and Paddle-Boarding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 40 reviews · 3 hours · from $62

Join Blackwater Tubing for a three-hour outing through Plaatbos Nature Reserve. You will ride by SUV to the widest part of the Storms River, then choose between tubing, flat-water SUP, and a forest walk. Guides such as Derrin and Luciene lead the activity in English, with safety gear supplied and wetsuits available to hire.

“Derrin and luciene made this activity totally worth it. It was a great experience paddling and tubing our way through the Stormsrivier.”

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7.1-Hour Experience Table Mountain Abseiling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $63

Abseil 112 metres from Table Mountain above Camps Bay and the Atlantic Seaboard. Qualified guides provide the safety briefing and equipment, then help you rappel down the cliff. The session lasts about an hour, with morning and afternoon departures, groups capped at 10, and a maximum weight of 120kg.

“This was such an amazing experience! The guides all made me feel comfortable and secure! I highly recommend this excursion. Abseiling Table Mountain was such a thrill!”

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8.Abseiling Table Mountain

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $68

Step off Table Mountain with a harness and rope for a controlled 112-meter descent above Cape Town. A professional guide provides safety instruction and equipment, while you enjoy Atlantic and Cape Peninsula views. The cable car costs extra, and weather controls the start time. The activity lasts about an hour.

“Fantastic experience just go for it only hard bit was the walk back up the mountain!!! Team were v helpful and professional”

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9.Table Mountain Abseil and Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $118

Hike Platteklip Gorge for about two hours, then abseil 112 metres from Table Mountain with Camps Bay, the Atlantic Seaboard, and the Twelve Apostles below. An English-speaking guide leads the hike, while the abseil team supplies equipment, safety gear, and a full briefing. Mthunzi has earned special praise for his patient route guidance.

“Mthunzi was A star. The hike was brutal but he was understanding and patient. Mthunzi is very knowledgeable about the route so will make you feel safe. The hike can take long but it depends on you. And the abseil photoshoot was brilliant. If you're an earlier riser, and you want a fun challenge, this is for you!”

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10.Tubing/Geckoing/Kloofing

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3 reviews · 2h 30m · from $40Best value

At Extreme Adventure Camp, you spend 150 minutes on the Sabie River tubing, steering a small Gecko raft by hand, and tackling short waterfalls on foot. The English-speaking guides lead groups of up to 10. Bring comfortable clothes, expect wet conditions and some barefoot climbing, and note that low water can slow the ride.

“We have done the River rafting. It was a nice and fun activity! I would highly recommend it! The guides have been doing a great job. Thank you!!”

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