Bundi Adventures CC
Bundi Adventures CC
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River Rafting & TubingAdrenaline & Extreme ToursEco ToursKayaking & Canoeing
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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River Rafting & Canoeing Tour Operator on the Orange River. Offering unforgettable ½ day to 5-day rafting tours all year to Individuals, Family Groups, U/23 Students & School Groups.
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Explorer38787966467
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Family
Thank you to the owner, Paul, who refurbished and built a room to make it wheelchair friendly for us. That was totally amazing. For the whole 3 days the staff could not do enough for us, nothing was too much trouble. We had lovely sunsets and drinks on the deck with good food.
The fishing guides, Henning SeaMonster and Matthew made Warren's trip one to remember and the boat staff were fantastic. The base camp manager and his staff were also excellent.
We will definitely be back.
The fishing guides, Henning SeaMonster and Matthew made Warren's trip one to remember and the boat staff were fantastic. The base camp manager and his staff were also excellent.
We will definitely be back.
Written 8 November 2023
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Karen M
Johannesburg, South Africa21 contributions
Jun 2023 • Solo
The Bondi Base Camp was unfortunately badly affected by the February Floods as were all the businesses alongside the Orange River. It is unfair to criticise the current state of base camp as they are working hard to make it as pleasant as possible.
The rafting experience was amazing and the two guides who accompanied us were out of this world --Daizen and Clayton.They were also great conversationists.
Nothing was too much trouble and they were fantastic cooks . The food was brilliant .
The rafting experience was amazing and the two guides who accompanied us were out of this world --Daizen and Clayton.They were also great conversationists.
Nothing was too much trouble and they were fantastic cooks . The food was brilliant .
Written 6 June 2023
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ADOLF P
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Nov 2022
We were a group of five men plus the wife of one of the men. Our ages vary from 50 to 84 years old. On 11. November 2022, we left Cape Town 8am and reached the Bundi Camp late afternoon. Border crossing was quick and unproblematic. After a welcome braai we went to bed early in the chalets we had booked.
After breakfast the next morning we received safety instructions, loaded the boats and off we went.
We spend four days/three nights on the river, sleeping on sand banks. The first night we put up a tent but thereafter slept in the open under the most magnificent starry sky. We went down various rapids, the most impressive one called "Sjambok" which was exhilarating. The inflatable canoes are comfortable and solid and none of us flipped over.
The water current assists paddling - only when the river runs wide and slow and a headwind blows, be prepared to work.
Food was aplenty, prepared on open fires fueled by driftwood.
Our two river guides were friendly and efficient, and their strength and fitness were awesome.
On the afternoon of the fourth day, we were picked up with an airconditioned vehicle, brought back to Bundi Camp and had a farewell braai in the evening.
Next morning after breakfast we drove back to Cape Town.
After breakfast the next morning we received safety instructions, loaded the boats and off we went.
We spend four days/three nights on the river, sleeping on sand banks. The first night we put up a tent but thereafter slept in the open under the most magnificent starry sky. We went down various rapids, the most impressive one called "Sjambok" which was exhilarating. The inflatable canoes are comfortable and solid and none of us flipped over.
The water current assists paddling - only when the river runs wide and slow and a headwind blows, be prepared to work.
Food was aplenty, prepared on open fires fueled by driftwood.
Our two river guides were friendly and efficient, and their strength and fitness were awesome.
On the afternoon of the fourth day, we were picked up with an airconditioned vehicle, brought back to Bundi Camp and had a farewell braai in the evening.
Next morning after breakfast we drove back to Cape Town.
Written 24 December 2022
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Nicky Wessels
1 contribution
Apr 2022 • Family
Shocking experience. Camp was dirty (blood on the sheets, previous occupants dirty socks in the bed), under staffed with no management oversight. We all got bitten by bed bugs. Toilets backed up. Food below average. Guides were sweet but ill prepared for the river. First aid kit pathetic, no patches for the boats, we did not feel in that we were in safe hands.
Only redeeming aspect was the beautiful location something Bundi couldn't mess up.
Only redeeming aspect was the beautiful location something Bundi couldn't mess up.
Written 3 June 2022
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debbieSouthAfrica
Western Cape, South Africa221 contributions
May 2022
We have just completed the 4 day river rafting.We were a group of 8 ..
We did the orange river, just outside Noordoewer on the namibian side.
First night at the base camp and last night at the base camp.
Our rooms at the base camp were very basic and not very clean..We took the package where we got the tents, chairs, sleeping bags and cutlery.
My husbands sleeping bag was fine, mine i am sure was a childrens size. Luckily i am small so could fit in..Check your size sleeping bag before leaving for the river.
Not well organized on the day when we started rowing. The night that we arrived, after supper, Ronnie(our one guide) gave us a brief chat about toilet facilities and rowing etc.
We were only given our sleeping bags at about 10am so then could only start packing our blue drums.It would have been far better if we had received the sleeping bags the night that we arrived so we could pack and get organized.
Our guides ronnie and rastas tried very hard and worked very hard to prepare our meals .
The one tent had some poles missing so the guides used poles from their tent to make the tent work. They had to then sleep under the gazebo and used the canoes as a wind shield.
The guides also had no light or candle or lantern for the evenings.
The rowing on the river was fantastic. We luckily had good weather.
Just a hint, winter is coming so pack in an inner for your sleeping bag and perhaps even a thermal blanket and hot water bottle.
The scenary along the way is breath taking.
Once we had completed the rowing the kombi picked us up with all our supplies and transferred us back to base camp where we all had a very well deserved shower.
We left very early , before breakfast to get through the border.
As south africans we just showed our covid certificates and didnt have to do an antigen test.
So overall, there seems to be no supervison. We did not meet the manager or supervisor. The two guides really tried their best to get us on the river and keep us safe and fed.
With a bit of supervision, the equipment will be in a better condition, guests will receive their supplies early and the base camp will be much cleaner.
The meat on the last night was really tough so the majority of us just ate the potatoes and garlic bread.
The time on the river was fantastic though.
We did the orange river, just outside Noordoewer on the namibian side.
First night at the base camp and last night at the base camp.
Our rooms at the base camp were very basic and not very clean..We took the package where we got the tents, chairs, sleeping bags and cutlery.
My husbands sleeping bag was fine, mine i am sure was a childrens size. Luckily i am small so could fit in..Check your size sleeping bag before leaving for the river.
Not well organized on the day when we started rowing. The night that we arrived, after supper, Ronnie(our one guide) gave us a brief chat about toilet facilities and rowing etc.
We were only given our sleeping bags at about 10am so then could only start packing our blue drums.It would have been far better if we had received the sleeping bags the night that we arrived so we could pack and get organized.
Our guides ronnie and rastas tried very hard and worked very hard to prepare our meals .
The one tent had some poles missing so the guides used poles from their tent to make the tent work. They had to then sleep under the gazebo and used the canoes as a wind shield.
The guides also had no light or candle or lantern for the evenings.
The rowing on the river was fantastic. We luckily had good weather.
Just a hint, winter is coming so pack in an inner for your sleeping bag and perhaps even a thermal blanket and hot water bottle.
The scenary along the way is breath taking.
Once we had completed the rowing the kombi picked us up with all our supplies and transferred us back to base camp where we all had a very well deserved shower.
We left very early , before breakfast to get through the border.
As south africans we just showed our covid certificates and didnt have to do an antigen test.
So overall, there seems to be no supervison. We did not meet the manager or supervisor. The two guides really tried their best to get us on the river and keep us safe and fed.
With a bit of supervision, the equipment will be in a better condition, guests will receive their supplies early and the base camp will be much cleaner.
The meat on the last night was really tough so the majority of us just ate the potatoes and garlic bread.
The time on the river was fantastic though.
Written 26 May 2022
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SilverG
Vermont, South Africa18 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
I decided to celebrate my 60th birthday on a 4 day river experience with Bundi. My wife and I were joined by our adult children and great friends. We were a group of 12. What a way to celebrate a birthday. It was a memorable occasion.
From our reception at Base Camp by manager Johan and his guides ,Hannes, Kennith and Patrick we were in for a great experience.
The guides are knowledgeable , friendly and always professional.They have a wealth of experience on the flow of the river, how to navigate the rapids and the selection of the overnight accommodation etc etc. Taking into account that all supplies additional to your own drinks and snacks have to be transported on the guides canoes , meals were absolutely fantastic.
The area you travel through is contrasting and beautiful.
If you are looking for tranquility and a place to find yourself again, this is it. River rafting the Bundi way.
I hope to do this again soon.
From our reception at Base Camp by manager Johan and his guides ,Hannes, Kennith and Patrick we were in for a great experience.
The guides are knowledgeable , friendly and always professional.They have a wealth of experience on the flow of the river, how to navigate the rapids and the selection of the overnight accommodation etc etc. Taking into account that all supplies additional to your own drinks and snacks have to be transported on the guides canoes , meals were absolutely fantastic.
The area you travel through is contrasting and beautiful.
If you are looking for tranquility and a place to find yourself again, this is it. River rafting the Bundi way.
I hope to do this again soon.
Written 8 April 2019
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AJB401
Pretoria, South Africa24 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
We were a closed group of 4 families that did the 4 day trip over December. It was very hot but on the water the heat did not bother us too much. Rowing into the Richtersveld is incredibly beautiful and views were amazing. We had a strong wind from in front on day 1 and had to adjust our distance covered. The guides were quite flexible on the overnight stays but the day 3 spot is something to experience. We had smaller children in the group between 8 and 10 years old and although they enjoyed it as much as the adults, the adults had to do some extra rowing for them.
Bundi was very helpful from the bookings right through to the end of the trip. Some of the group are seriously allergic and the guides were very professional in preparing the food separately.
This adventure is highly recommended!
Bundi was very helpful from the bookings right through to the end of the trip. Some of the group are seriously allergic and the guides were very professional in preparing the food separately.
This adventure is highly recommended!
Written 11 January 2019
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Marylou K
Johannesburg, South Africa70 contributions
Aug 2018
Great fun - exciting but not hectic rapids, test your endurance, contrasting scenery, knowledgable guides, superb stars, take thermal for winter evenings. Sleeping on the bank of the river memorable. A must do for teens and up! Loved it!
Written 19 August 2018
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Thank you Marylou for your response; I must say.... during your time of departure, there were photo's circulating on whatsapp of Namib dunes having white frost on the one side; 1st in a long time..... very chilly!! You guys have done great with nature giving you a curve ball. 10/11th August will be noted as a colder than normal winters morning. Your suggestion re thermal for winter evenings is spot on!
Written 20 August 2018
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Annazel C
5 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
We had a wonderful 4-day trip with Bundi Adventures at the end of April. The water level was amazing and we had great bonding time on the river as a group. We were a closed group of 24 family and friends and we had a blast. With beautiful views all the way through, amazingly tasty food and good company, this trip comes very highly recommended!
Written 10 July 2018
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So glad you enjoyed your stay with us! Thanks for being part of our adventure.
Written 11 July 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
debbieSouthAfrica
Western Cape, South Africa221 contributions
Hi there,
We are busy booking the 3 day trip for next june/july.
I am just worried about the amount of clothing we can take with us on the river- I get very cold and even thermals may not be enough for me to sleep in.
Also when on the river in the cold do your guests still just wear a costumn or board shorts etc etc?
Summer I guess is way more comfortable- its the winter that I am worried about.
BundiAdventures
Durbanville, South Africa2 contributions
Hi there Debbie,
June /July is a good time to go onto the river if you prefer cooler temperatures. You can expect temperatures between 26° high/ 10° low.
There is limited space for clothing to go with on your trip - all clothing, camping gear and anything you need to keep dry needs to fit into our watertight blue barrel with a capacity of about 60 liters. This barrel is shared between 2 people.
Regarding the clothing, during the day it will be warmer. Most people then wear swim wear and board shorts. At times one might need something like a wind-breaker. The nights you will need a good jacket, beanie and tracksuit. Your sleeping bag also needs to be a good quality thermal sleeping bag - especially if you get cold easily.
Summer holds it's own challenges with the Namibian sun. However, be it summer or winter on the Orange River, it is an unforgettable experience.
I hope this will helps.
thomak12
Cape Town, South Africa10 contributions
Hi Guys,
We are hoping to book an orange river tour with you guys for next year Feb.
I just have a couple of quick questions;
1. If we decide to use the shuttle service..where do we meet up? In Durbanville?
2. Do you have any tour dates for next year Feb?
BundiAdventures
Durbanville, South Africa2 contributions
Good choice to use us as your service provider on the Orange. Note that February can be VERY HOT.
1. The shuttle service normally depart where the most people are coming from. Durbanville is a good start should there be a couple of people wanting to leave their cars.
2. you can decide on your won tour dates so far in advance. You get 2018 prices for 2019 should you pay your deposit of R500pp before the end September 2018.