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Rafting On the Vaal River

White Water Rafting On the Vaal River

For the outdoor enthusiast there can be no greater joy than experiencing the unspoiled wilderness and a river in all its natural glory. Only an hour from Johannesburg the sights and sounds of the Vaal River great the many rafting enthusiasts that make a beeline for its shores each weekend during the winter season. Winter is the preferred time for those who enjoy rafting on the Vaal River due to the fact that the water level is lower than it is in summer, when flooding can make the river too dangerous for rafting activities.

The white water rafting experience on the Vaal River is attractive to many outdoor enthusiasts in Johannesburg in part because the banks of the Vaal River are only a short hour’s drive from the Johannesburg city limits. This short trip allows visitors to the Vaal to begin their river adventure within a very short time of leaving their homes.

The excitement o white water rafting on the Vaal is not the only option that is available for those who want to enjoy a day out on the water. For those outdoor enthusiasts that are looking for a more sedate experience floating down the calmer parts of the river and taking in the beauty of the natural surroundings during a leisurely morning or afternoon out can also be especially rewarding.

Rafting on the Vaal is offered by highly professional organisations that have access to highly qualified personnel who will assure the safety of all the people who choose to enjoy a day on the Vaal. Safety equipment such as life vests and helmets will be provided to those persons who want to enjoy the thrills of white water rafting on the Vaal.

Aside from the opportunity to enjoy rafting on the Vaal visitors to the region in search of adventure can also enjoy a number of other activities that take advantage of the great natural surroundings. There are adventure guides who offer quad biking, abseiling and mountain biking courses. For those who want to enjoy the flora and fauna of the region guided hikes and bird spotting safaris are also extremely popular.

Rafting on the Vaal River is only the tip of the iceberg for those who want to free themselves from the everyday stresses and strains of living in the big city. Aside from the varied adventure activities that are available in the region a trip to the quaint hamlet of Parys, on the banks of the Vaal is sure to provide a relaxing experience that will recharge tired minds and bodies.

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