Doring River - Northwestern Cederberg

The Doring River is situated in the Northwestern Cederberg and has its origin the majestic Hex River Mountains towards the northeast of one of the most fertile areas in South Africa, named after the goddess of agriculture, Ceres. It winds its way through the Cederberg Mountains, where it joins with the Olifants River at Klawer. This seasonal river is fed by the pounding rains that hit the Western Cape during winter and rates as one of the of the Cape's white water rivers boasting grade two and three rapids. Apart from its uses for irrigation in the Clanwilliam area, the river is also home to a number of recreational activities, probably the most popular of which is white water rafting.

There are a few different companies which offer rafting experiences on the Doring River, most suggesting a minimum age of 13 due to the rapid grading. Other activities include swimming, paddling, hiking, and fly-fishing in season.

For more information on Doring River recreational activities contact:
Clanwilliam Tourism Bureau.
Tel: +27-27-4822024
Email: cederberg@lando.co.za