Blyde dam boat trips open and compliant to Covid regulations
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.
Mpumulanga Tourism and Park Board (MTPA) enterance fee not included in the boat tariff
Cash payable at the pay point (bridge) of MTPA – no card facilities
Tariff structure: 2 – 12 years count as children above 12 years pay .adult price
Boat can be hired for private functions please contact our office.
As we don’t serve drinks or snacks on the boat, you are welcome to bring with.
Please take note that no alcohol is allowed on the boat
Excellent service - Modiegi Thobela
We thoroughly enjoyed the early morning boat cruise. Our guide was knowledgeable, shared lots of interesting information with us and was always on the lookout for birds and animals to point out and discuss. He (sorry, I have forgotten his name!) engaged with everyone from the young children to adults equally well and had good interpersonal skills. The Captain was friendly and got us around safely and close-up to sightings for us to enjoy. - Anne Robinson
Enjoy the boat ride thoroughly. Amazing experience from tour guide as well on the bigger boat ride. Absolutely loved it - Koketso Lesudi
We loved it. Everything about this cruise was perfect. Will definitely recommend or do it again. - Ponani Mthembi
Very nice trip and enthousiastic guide. We saw also a crocodile swimming & several hippo's. The nature & mountains are amazing. Well organized. We can recommend this trip. - Rob Rademaker
On arrival, you will be introduced to your quad guide who will give you a briefing on how to operate the quad bike.
The Quad bike trail will take you through riverine forest and bushveld surroundings. Flat areas with some hills taking you up and down.
Quad bike trail is done at Franklyn park at the foothills from Mariepskop Mountain. Small antelope can be spotted
Arriving at IFranklyn parl you will be introduced to your quad guide. The guide will then give you a briefing on how to operate the quad bike. There-after you will get the opportunity to train on a flat track before you depart for your out ride. Even if you have never been on a quad bike, you will be able to get the hang of it quickly.
Big groups will be split into smaller groups of 5 quads per group, each with their own guide and the guide drive according to the capabillity of the group.
If the group is is been split the other part of the group have to wait while the other is busy on the track
Minimum age to drive the quad: 16 years
Children can join the trip as passenger @ R130pp.
I have an amazing experience, It was very nice and I would like to come back. Thank you. - Chriselda Mandhlazi
The ride was every good we have enjoyed every moment of it, and we which to do it again - Sylvia
I had an amazing experience - Nyiko Mawele
It was a beautiful experience. - Lerato Ramaila
What an amazing experience we had at Franklyn Park, from the moment we arrived until we said our good byes. We were greeted by friendly, efficient staff and a welcome cup of coffee. Our guide - Simeon was amazing. He was knowledgeable of the area and patiently showed us how to operate the quad bikes. He had a lovely sense of humor as well. The terrain was lovely! Enough of a challenge to make it exciting, but not difficult at all :-) We finished our adventurous morning with a scrumptious picnic under the trees. Thank you so much for to the Blyde Canyon Adventure team for making our experience truly unforgettable ! I highly recommend them to anyone!!! - Fine & Country - Cristelle Stoop
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