There’s plenty to do at Otters’ Haunt! We are the adventure centre of the area. Ask for a briefing and get a map from us. You can go it alone or be accompanied by a guide (whitewater rafting requires guides). Inquire here.
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WALKS & HIKES : We have a variety of short, easy to moderate walks along the river and in the countryside. There are also longer trails, some with overnight stops. MORE… | ![]() |
RAFTING : No experience is needed for the easy but exciting rapids of the Vaal. Glimpse Fish Eagles, Goliath Herons and otters in the islands. Groups of 4-20. MORE… |
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FLYFISHING : Otters’ Haunt is one of the top destinations for Yellowfish, largemouth and smallmouth, with a variety of pools, whitewater and narrow channels. MORE… | ![]() |
WILDERNESS CANOEING : The Vaal islands are a product of the geology of the Vredefort Dome. Enter a riverine wilderness using our stable sit-on-top canoes. MORE… |
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BIRDWATCHING : Hundreds of bird species from waterfowl and bushland types to open grassland and montane species make the Vaal & Dome a priorty destination. INQUIRE. |
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KAYAKING : Learn to kayak on the thrilling but forgiving Vaal rapids. Lessons in Eskimo rolling and basic technique. Join our expeditions to other rivers! MORE… |
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MOUNTAIN BIKING : From beginner to advanced, try the gravel roads and farm tracks, hills, rolling grassland and river crossings. Train for the Cape Epic! MORE… | ![]() |
ADVENTURE RACING : Hone your team skills and individual fitness, running, swimming, cycling and abseiling in the beautiful Dome Bergland and Vaal valley. INQUIRE. |
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ART & PHOTOGRAPHY : Bring your club or school to capture the natural beauty of the area. Spend days in nature and return with memorable, uniquely South African images. INQUIRE. |
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VREDEFORT DOME : Receive a map briefing and demonstration, then join a tour of the world’s oldest and largest asteroid impact crater – a Unesco World Heritage site. MORE… |
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