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Float and paddle through Plaatbos Indigenous Forest on an easy 3‑hour tubing and SUP combo at Storms River. This family-friendly Green Route mixes flatwater paddling, a short riverbed hike and an optional 6m rock jump in clear mountain-fed water.
Float and paddle through Plaatbos Indigenous Forest on an easy 3‑hour tubing and SUP combo at Storms River. This family-friendly Green Route mixes flatwater paddling, a short riverbed hike and an optional 6m rock jump in clear mountain-fed water.
You step from Tube 'n Axe Lodge into the sponge-cool shade of Tsitsikamma’s Plaatbos forest, the canopy closing like a green roof while the river ahead dares you forward. Morning light slices through ferns; the river runs clear enough to drink. Guides fit your tube and PFD, and the group slips into a slow upstream paddle where water and wood trade quiet conversation.
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Operated by Adventure Out There Tsitsikamma · Storms River Village, Eastern Cape
You step from Tube 'n Axe Lodge into the sponge-cool shade of Tsitsikamma’s Plaatbos forest, the canopy closing like a green roof while the river ahead dares you forward. Morning light slices through ferns; the river runs clear enough to drink. Guides fit your tube and PFD, and the group slips into a slow upstream paddle where water and wood trade quiet conversation.
This part of the Garden Route is shaped by ancient geology—coastal sandstone benches cut by Storms River—forming shallow pools, sandy beaches and short, walkable riverbeds. The area carries Khoikhoi and early settler history, and Baines Pass nearby hints at old trade and timber routes. Local culture is low-key and river-focused: lodges, small guides, and conservation-minded operators who keep the forest intact.
Expect three hours of easy-level activity: a 20-minute drive through indigenous forest to the drop-off, a short walk to the river, guided flatwater tubing, a 6m optional rock jump, a 250m riverbed walk with tubes, and a SUP segment in calm pools. Terrain is packed sand, river rock and sheltered flatwater; elevation change is minimal but requires basic balance and mobility.
Bring layered quick-dry clothing, reef-safe sunscreen, and a water bottle. Timing matters—mornings are cooler and quieter, afternoons warmer. The experience is social and low-impact; leave no trace, follow guide instructions, and enjoy a family-friendly introduction to river paddling in one of South Africa’s most accessible indigenous forests.
Yes—this Green Route is family-friendly; guides assess ability and provide child-sized PFDs and tubes.
No—this trip is entry-level with guided flatwater tubing and SUP instruction provided.
Yes—swimming in calm pools is allowed but only under guide supervision and where depths are safe.
Wear quick-dry clothes or a swimsuit, water shoes, sunscreen, and bring a small dry bag for essentials; operators supply helmet, PFD, tube and SUP.
Adventure Out There Tsitsikamma operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step from Tube 'n Axe Lodge into the sponge-cool shade of Tsitsikamma’s Plaatbos forest, the canopy closing like a green roof while the river ahead dares you forward. Morning light slices through ferns; the river runs clear enough to drink. Guides fit your tube and PFD, and the group slips into a slow upstream paddle where water and wood trade quiet conversation.
You step from Tube 'n Axe Lodge into the sponge-cool shade of Tsitsikamma’s Plaatbos forest, the canopy closing like a green roof while the river ahead dares you forward. Morning light slices through ferns; the river runs clear enough to drink. Guides fit your tube and PFD, and the group slips into a slow upstream paddle where water and wood trade quiet conversation.
This part of the Garden Route is shaped by ancient geology—coastal sandstone benches cut by Storms River—forming shallow pools, sandy beaches and short, walkable riverbeds. The area carries Khoikhoi and early settler history, and Baines Pass nearby hints at old trade and timber routes. Local culture is low-key and river-focused: lodges, small guides, and conservation-minded operators who keep the forest intact.
Expect three hours of easy-level activity: a 20-minute drive through indigenous forest to the drop-off, a short walk to the river, guided flatwater tubing, a 6m optional rock jump, a 250m riverbed walk with tubes, and a SUP segment in calm pools. Terrain is packed sand, river rock and sheltered flatwater; elevation change is minimal but requires basic balance and mobility.
Bring layered quick-dry clothing, reef-safe sunscreen, and a water bottle. Timing matters—mornings are cooler and quieter, afternoons warmer. The experience is social and low-impact; leave no trace, follow guide instructions, and enjoy a family-friendly introduction to river paddling in one of South Africa’s most accessible indigenous forests.