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Brands – Endurade, Youthfull living, Nutritec, Racefood, Wedgewood, Nanuki, Nuun
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Frequently asked questions
Retail Store
Yes, even though we do not have an active online store yet, we serve many clients all over the country. Send us a list of the items you require and we will gladly set up a quote for you. We ship nationwide.
We have a large range of items at very competitive prices. If we do not have your specific item in stock, we can order it for you.
Stilbaai Adventures pride ourselves in providing expert advice in selecting the product suited for your needs.
Gift Cards can be purchased at our store or send us an email for an electronic gift card.
Kayak & Stand-Up-Paddle Board Rentals
For any rentals, please visit our retail store, located behind the OK Centre. There one of our friendly staff will assist you with the payment and provide you with the necessary paddles and pfd’s. You will then go down to the river where your SUP or Kayak will be waiting for you.
During high season (typically 15 Dec to 6 Jan) we typically have a stall full-time next to the river at Lapskuit Restaurant (on the western bank, near the river mouth). Kayaks and SUP’s can be rented from there during this period.
Rental craft are only allowed within the estuary. Due to municipal regulations and safety concerns, rental craft are not allowed into the breakers or the sea. If you are keen to go onto the sea, please book a guided sea kayak trip.
Paddling is always possible on the river, but due to it being a tidal river (influenced by the tides of the sea), certain times can be more strenuous than others. The tide is at its strongest around spring tide (full moon and new moon). During these times, its best to paddle at the turn of the tide.
Yes, this can be arranged at an additional transport cost.
Guided Sea Kayak Trips
We paddle within the protected Bay, launching and landing at the Stilbaai Harbour. These trips are promoted as a leisure paddle with info being shared about the town and local surrounds and also about marine life, winds and ocean currents. In general, we provide the opportunity to view the beauty of Stilbaai from a different angle under the guidance of experienced guides.
Our experienced guides will assist all the way, starting with a safety/introductory briefing, you will get the hang of paddling in no time.
No, safety is our number one priority and we follow very strict protocol around this. Strong winds, especially strong offshore winds are our biggest hazard, so we do not go out in such conditions. We do however go out in rain as we don’t mind getting a little wet…
No, we supply all relevant equipment (PFD’s, paddles and kayaks). All our equipment are SAMSA approved.
This is a leisure paddle. We move along as a group and we are in no rush get reach certain destinations at certain times. Thus, fitness is not a deal breaker, but it does come in handy if the wind picks up. If you can walk for an hour, you should be able to complete this comfortably.
Minimum group size of 4 needed to launch. We can take up to 30 people on a trip.
We only have a minimum age limit of 8. This minimum limit is due to the risk of younger adventurers becoming bored and influencing the group dynamics. We have taken adventurers of over 80 years of age on these trips.
Over 120kg is probably pushing it. Max 190 – 210 kg in total for both paddlers, depending on the kayak you use.
The plastic sit on top kayaks we use are very stable and specifically crafted for the leisure market. No person had previously fallen in the water without wanting to do so. We do not paddle in the waves and have safe launch and landing at the harbour, so we generally traverse flat, safe waters.
No problem, we accommodate the odd numbers by pairing the extra person with a guide.
Wear shorts and a T shirt. A hat and sunscreen too. You will get wet so bring a towel and a change of clothes for afterwards. Quick-dry clothing is recommended.