KwaZulu Natal South Coast


Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports


Are you an adrenaline junkie? Does the thought of taking on the challenge of the Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports excite you?  Well this page is for you!

Picture this!

You are securely strapped in, the instructor next to you is calm and steady while edging you to the edge, your heart is threatening to jump out of your too tight chest … and this is what you hear before taking the death-defying jump: 

THREE …….. TWO …….. ONE ……. !!!

If a countdown like this gets your heart racing and the adrenaline pumping, the selection of adventure sports on offer in the Oribi Gorge area will be perfect for you.

There is something for everyone:  from the heart stopping Swing to Abseiling down a 110 meter cliff face, to Zip lining 165 meters above the Gorge floor to the ‘most everyone can do it’ Suspension bridge – you won’t be left wanting after spending a day at Oribi Gorge

Shocked hair

For those seeking to find the Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports, just hit the road and head to Oribi Gorge. The Wild 5 (Swing, Abseiling, Slide, White water rafting and Suspension bridge) are in the Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve while the 4.5 km Zipline and Suspension bridge are in the Lake Eland Game Reserve.


Wild 5 - Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports

On the premises of the Oribi Gorge Hotel is the well known Wild 5 Adventures Company.  With the dramatic Oribi Gorge as a backdrop, the Wild 5 is the ultimate adrenaline rush that you won’t easily forget.

Click here for driving directions to the Wild 5 Adventures.

Wild Swing Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports
Photo curtesy of Wild 5 Adventures

Wild Swing

This is the highest swing of its kind in the world and jumping 165m, equivalent to 55 storeys, from the top of the Lehr’s waterfall into the belly of the Gorge is truly exhilarating.

You are securely strapped into a full-body harness and swing instead of bounce when bungee jumping. The acceleration is from 0 to 120 km in 2.3 seconds. Don’t worry about the few extra kilo’s you are still battling to shake off, the swings can take a weight of up to 12 tons!

After the heart-stopping ride – it takes about 10 minutes to be towed back in. And this allows you plenty of time to enjoy the spectacular views.

Check out the video below of the swing in action.

Oribi Gorge Extreme SPorts Wild Slide
Photo curtesy of Wild 5 Adventures

Wild Slide (Zipline)

For a more leisurely but still exciting experience, you must try the Wild Slide. This Zipline, that spans across the Gorge, is 120 meters long and 165 meters above the Gorge floor.   Safely strapped into a full body harness, the ride is comfortable and not as hair-raising as the swing.

The slide across is thrilling, and the birds-eye views of the Lehr waterfall, Baboon’s Castle, and the Pinnacle are breathtaking. 

If you ever wanted to know how it feels to fly (without doing the actual work), this is a must do.

Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports Wild Abseiling
Photo curtesy of Wild 5 Adventures

Wild Abseiling

This is one of the highest commercial abseils in the world at 110 meters.  The first 45 m is down the side of the cliff next to Lehr’s waterfall and the last 65 m is free abseiling until you reach the floor of the Gorge.

Don’t worry if this is your first time. 80% of the abseilers going down this cliff are first-timers. The very knowledgeable and friendly staff will teach you everything you need to know beforehand and will only then allow you to tackle this exciting adventure.

Follow the hiking route out when reaching the Gorge floor for more sightseeing.

Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports Wild White Water Rafting
Photo curtesy of Wild 5 Adventures

Wild White Water Rafting

If aqua adventure is your thing you won’t be able to resist tackling the grade 2 to 4 rapids of the beautiful Umzimkulu with the very capable White Water Rafting team.

There is a choice of doing short sections to one- and two-day adventures that include everything. Booking is a must, as proper preparation and safety are of high priority. 

Need I say ‘FUN!’ in capital letters?

Oribi Gorge Suspension Bridge

Wild Suspension Bridge

This is the mildest of the extreme activities on offer and perfect for those who are more’mild at heart’ adventurers. And it’s free!

The 84 meter long suspension bridge spans across the cliffs and hangs 100 m above the Gorge’s floor.  The birds eye views of Lehr’s Waterfall, Baboon’s Castle and the World’s Highest Gorge Swing is worth the walk.

This is the ideal opportunity to conquer your fear of heights!


Adventure @ Lake Eland

Lake Eland Game Reserve is short 16 km drive from Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve.  On offer is the very exciting and longest Zipline in Africa, a ‘not for the fainthearted’ suspension bridge, 4×4 drives for a (own) vehicle/bike/quad, mountain biking and horse riding opportunities.

Click here for driving directions to Lake Eland Game Reserve.

Lake Eland Ziplines Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports
Photo curtesy of Lake Eland Game Reserve

Ziplines

At 4,5 kilometers long, this is the longest Zipline tour in Africa. The 14 slides start at the top of the Oribi Gorge and wind down to Lake Eland, from where you will be transported back.

There is an exhilarating section of 680 meters long and 300 meters high above the Gorge.  The X-Treme Zipline is a 1 km downhill exciting ride that will reach speeds of up to 160 km per hour. Please note that the X-Treme Tour is not for children.

Besides the rush and exhilaration of these rides, you can expect to see spectacular views as you go down.

Lake Eland Suspension Bridge

Suspension Bridge

The 80 meter suspension bridge stretches across the Gorge from a viewing area on the one side to the open rondawel (grass-roofed) viewing spot on the other side.

The narrow bridge is exhilarating to walk, and the views from there over the dramatic Oribi Gorge is spectacular.

If you have a fear of heights, don’t look down but rather focus on what you can see at eye level. It is perfectly safe, as each cable can support 70 tons!

Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports in action! Check out the Wild 5 Adventures Swing!

Have a look at the short video below for those keen on a Oribi Gorge Extreme Sports Adventure!

For more Adrenaline action check out the Wild 5 Adventures website.


More places to visit in the Oribi Gorge area:

Link to Lake Eland Game Reserve
Lake Eland
Game Reserve
Link to Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve
Oribi Gorge
Nature Reserve
Link to Leopard Rock
Leopard Rock
Coffee Shop
Link to Vulture Hide Viewing
Vulture
Viewing Hide