When do your trips depart?
Our schedule tours depart daily all-weather dependent
11:00
14:00
17:00 (only in summertime)
Bookings are essential as we take a minimum of 2 people per tour.
Our schedule tours depart daily all-weather dependent
11:00
14:00
17:00 (only in summertime)
Bookings are essential as we take a minimum of 2 people per tour.
The Nature Reserve admission cost is R65.00 for adults and R45.00 for children 17 years and under according to Nature Conservation. You can use your Wild Cards to get in if you have.
When you arrive, you must pay this fee at the gate. This gives you access to the Keurbooms River Nature Reserve picnic and braai area at the entrance for the entire day. Along with a spacious grassy area where you may play ball games with your kids, there are braai, gazebo, and restroom facilities available.
You have access to the Keurbooms River for swimming thanks to the water frontage. Thus, unwind and relish the remainder of your day in stunning surroundings following an unforgettable ferry ride.
Yes, the minimum amount is 2 per tour.
The morning excursion is always recommended in the winter months because it might get chilly in the gorge in the late afternoon. It gets darker earlier and might get windy in the afternoons.
Families with little children like the 11:00 or 14:00 tour during the summer months, depending on their group, as they have a great time up in the forest. Swimming is quite safe, and the water is warm.
Although the river is quieter and the weather is cooler in the late afternoon, we cannot guarantee that you will spot any wildlife. Nevertheless, these cruises are ideal for birdwatching.
Depending on what size ferry you booked.
At the moment we have a small ferry that can take a maximum of 6 people. Our large ferry can take up to 20 people which will be available to book during summertime.
It is necessary to arrive at the Jetty 30 minutes prior to departure during peak season.
In the off-season, you must arrive at the jetty fifteen minutes before departure.
Whatever, you would dress for a beach day, and don't forget to pack sunscreen and a jacket or something warm as the wind can be cold between the mountains.
Right now, we don't provide any food or beverages.
You are welcome to bring swimming costumes, refreshments, and a picnic.
Since we have no control over the wind, wearing a jacket is usually advised.
Make sure that every piece of electronic equipment is safely stored in watertight containers.
Inside the Keurbooms River Nature Reserve, dogs and other pets of any kind are not permitted.
Yes, our tours are suitable for all ages.
From the parking lot, you walk directly onto the jetty and aboard the boat for a leisurely cruise up into the river.
From Cape Town: Take the N2 highway towards Plettenberg Bay. Drive 8km past Plettenberg Bay and turn left at the “ferry” signboard, immediately after crossing the white bridge, and then follow the signs to the reserve.
GPS:
34 0 6.54 S
23 24 8.30 E