"Experience the Real Adventure", This is what the brochure of the new Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour says.
Well, let me tell you, this is definitely no understatement. As an adrenaline junkie, I have taken up abseiling (or repelling as my American friends know it), rock climbing and in the past, done 2 of the 3 South African Canopy Tours, Karkloof and Magaliesburg.
2 weeks ago I was fortunate enough to experience the Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour, which I thought would be much of a muchness to the other 2 I've done. Boy, was I mistaken. From the minute we started descending down into the gorge to the first platform, I knew this was special. The route follows the Letaba River, which provides access, other wise unaccessable to be most amazing and spectacular river and waterfalls views. Marc and Tarryn our guides and the owners of Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour, told us interesting stories about the building of the cable lines and platforms as well as about the fona and flora around us. You really do feel like a Tarzan or Jane swinging through the forest, what a feeling!
There was a special surprise around every corner, be it a spectacular waterfall (there are several on route), or view or sighting of some sort.
I feel blessed for being able to have taken part in this special experience, with such special people, who are very passionate about what they do and how they do it.
Well, let me tell you, this is definitely no understatement. As an adrenaline junkie, I have taken up abseiling (or repelling as my American friends know it), rock climbing and in the past, done 2 of the 3 South African Canopy Tours, Karkloof and Magaliesburg.
2 weeks ago I was fortunate enough to experience the Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour, which I thought would be much of a muchness to the other 2 I've done. Boy, was I mistaken. From the minute we started descending down into the gorge to the first platform, I knew this was special. The route follows the Letaba River, which provides access, other wise unaccessable to be most amazing and spectacular river and waterfalls views. Marc and Tarryn our guides and the owners of Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour, told us interesting stories about the building of the cable lines and platforms as well as about the fona and flora around us. You really do feel like a Tarzan or Jane swinging through the forest, what a feeling!
There was a special surprise around every corner, be it a spectacular waterfall (there are several on route), or view or sighting of some sort.
I feel blessed for being able to have taken part in this special experience, with such special people, who are very passionate about what they do and how they do it.
The impressive entrance to Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour
Marc giving us a introduction talk before gearing up
Marc explaining the in's and out's of how to be safe and how it all works
The "Team"
Adele zipping along like a pro
The amazing view of one of the longest platforms
Just one of the spectacular waterfalls on the route
The Official Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour Brochure
Check out the following link the their website:
http://www.magoebaskloofcanopytour.co.za/
and a cool video of our experience on you tube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ct8SwSX4Mq8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ISFdkPJ8uA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ct8SwSX4Mq8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ISFdkPJ8uA
So, if you are keen to experience an amazing adventure, something different and special, take a trip on the Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour.
1 comment:
So going to make a plan to go. Looks like you had an awesome time in SA.
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