Tsitsikamma tubing & SUP: Storms River green route

Tube down calm forest water, then paddle-board back upstream

A 3-hour tubing and stand-up paddle-boarding activity on the Storms River in Tsitsikamma's Plaatbos Indigenous Forest, starting at Tube 'n Axe Lodge in Storms River Village. You'll tube downstream past an optional 6-meter rock jump, walk the rocky river bed, then paddle-board on flat water through remote forest sections. The guide leads in English and children from age 4 are welcome.

The experience

The activity starts at Tube 'n Axe Lodge with a 30-minute kit-up and safety briefing, then a 20-minute drive through thick indigenous forest to the drop-off point at the low water bridge in Baines Pass. Each participant gets their own tube, and after a final safety demonstration, you paddle upstream into the calm of Plaatbos Nature Reserve. In the first 100 meters, there's a 6-meter optional rock jump with lower alternatives for those who'd rather skip it.

After the jump section, you paddle across to a sandy beach, get out, and walk 250 meters up the rocky river bed carrying your tube to where the SUP boards wait. From there, you paddle-board through the remote, unexplored sections of the forest on flat water. The whole outing takes roughly 3 hours and mixes tubing, walking, jumping and paddle-boarding without any whitewater sections. Private transportation is included, along with helmet, PFD, tube, SUP board, snacks and coffee or tea.

What’s included

• Private transportation.
• helmet, personal flotation device, tube and SUP board.
• snacks.
• coffee and tea.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 10:00, 14:00 and 15:00

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AgesAdult (18 to 75 years) · Youth (6 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 5 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 14.78

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Adventure Out There Tsitsikamma

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you'll follow the commentary and safety instructions clearly throughout. The activity is designed as an easy entry-level option, so it suits families with children from age 4 and anyone looking for a few hours of water-based fun without physical strain.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 17 years); Child (4 to 5 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What happens at the 6-meter rock jump?

The jump is optional and comes early in the activity. Lower jump alternatives are available for anyone who doesn't want to try the 6-meter height, so you can choose what suits you.

Is the Storms River section difficult to paddle?

No. The green route uses flat water and calm sections of the Storms River, making it an easy option. You'll paddle upstream through the Plaatbos Indigenous Forest on still water, not moving current.

What's included in the activity?

Private transportation from Tube 'n Axe Lodge to the river, helmet, personal flotation device, tube, SUP board, snacks and coffee or tea are all included. You'll need to bring or rent a wetsuit and footwear separately.