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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) entrance fee not included in the boat tariff
Payable at the pay point (gate) of MTPA
Tariff Structure
Children aged 2–12 years are charged at the applicable child rate.
Guests 13 years and older are charged at the adult rate.
Private Boat Hire
The boat is available for private hire and functions. Please contact our office for availability, rates and arrangements.
Snacks & Drinks
We do not provide or sell snacks or beverages on board. Guests are welcome to bring their own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy during the cruise.
Please note: Alcohol is strictly prohibited on the boat.
Blyde Adventure Centre
As a group of birders wanting to see what the Dam could offer, we were pleasantly surprised by seeing heron and finfoot. However we recommend that you offer a specific birding trip where the guide focusses on birding rather than general sight seeing. Travelling slowly around the shoreline and stopping whenever a bird is sighted would benefit birders. - Birders
I would recommend this tour to anyone. The scenery is breathtaking. The guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining- lots of witty comments. We saw crocodiles, hippopotamus, and monkeys. We thoroughly enjoyed it! There are toilets in the parking lot and a coffee shop. - Reginald
A wonderful boat trip! So scenic, a lot of wildlife and a very knowledgeable guide. Well recommended! - Robert
We booked the boattrip from the Netherlands which was very easy. The day before the trip was planned I received an email and message on WhatsApp to check in. This made exerting very easy. Upon arrival there were toilets and a small food corner, with enough to choose from. The trip itself was very nice. We saw hippos and different kinds of waterbirds. The guide was friendly and explained a lot about the surroundings. Definitely a nice trip to add to a stay in this area. - Jan
It was great thank you - Fritz
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