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Canyoning near Plettenberg Bay with pro guides, zip-lining & abseiling through hidden canyons in South Africa’s indigenous forest.

Experience canyoning like nowhere else in South Africa with Africanyon River Adventures

Based in The Crags, just 3 minutes off the national road near Plettenberg Bay, Africanyon River Adventures has been guiding outdoor enthusiasts through South Africa’s hidden canyons since 2013.

This local team of professionally trained guides offers exclusive access to a spectacular and otherwise unreachable canyon, where you’ll abseil alongside waterfalls, zip-line across natural pools, and scramble through lush indigenous forests. Whether you're canyoning for the first time or looking to elevate your outdoor experience, Africanyon ensures a safe, exciting, and deeply immersive adventure.

All essential gear—including wetsuits, harnesses, and helmets—is provided and regularly inspected, with safety logs available on-site. Groups are kept small (max. 16) for a more personalised and secure experience.

Activities run year-round with extra wetsuits available in winter. Basecamp is easy to reach, and warm, sincere hospitality awaits.

Book your canyoning experience near Plettenberg Bay with Africanyon River Adventures and discover the wild side of the Garden Route!

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Reviews about AfriCanyon

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4.9/5

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Jaun C., South Africa — 22/03/2025
5/5
About Canyoning adventure near Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
Excellent, our guide named Steph was so friendly and kept the children entertained with stories and jokes.
Sanne V., Netherlands — 05/01/2024
5/5
About Canyoning adventure near Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
Toffe gidsen (Darren en Steph), maken veel grapjes en helpen waar nodig.
Storm C., South Africa — 01/02/2023
5/5
About Canyoning adventure near Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
Tebzzz and Dynamite were enthusiastic the entire trip. Both guides made everyone feel safe and really kept the group entertained.
Danique S., Netherlands — 09/07/2022
5/5
About Canyoning adventure near Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
Very nice guides and had a lot of fun and nice conversations
DRISS N., Switzerland — 15/02/2022
5/5
About Canyoning adventure near Plettenberg Bay, South Africa.
Lovely team ! We felt safe and well guided by 2 experienced team with great sense of humour