This month, we’re rolling out the R-rated (for radical!) lineup of adventure activities in South Africa. Whether you’re plunging face-first down a wall with rap jumping, navigating white-water thrills with river rafting, or testing your grip on a rock climbing route, the “R” adventures are all about rising to the challenge.

This list also includes more grounded—but no less epic—options like running tours, which blend fitness with sightseeing, and rope courses that will leave your muscles burning and your spirits soaring.

From fast rivers to vertical drops, R is for resilience, rushes, and raw adventure—and we’ve got just the list to get your heart pounding.

🧗 Rock Climbing

• Venture Forth International – Offers professional rock climbing courses and guided climbs in Cape Town.

  🔗 https://www.ventureforth.co.za/

• De Pakhuys – Provides bouldering and climbing opportunities in the Rocklands of the Cederberg.

  🔗 https://www.depakhuys.com/

• Valley Crag Climbing Gym – Offers indoor climbing facilities suitable for all levels in Port Elizabeth.

  🔗 https://valleycrag.co.za/

• Soul Adventures – Specialises in guided rock climbing trips in various South African locations.

  🔗 https://www.souladventures.co.za/

• Buffalo Gorge – Provides climbing experiences on natural rock faces in Mpumalanga.

  🔗 https://www.buffalogorge.co.za/

• Roc ’n Rope Adventures – Offers climbing courses and guided climbs in Waterval Boven.

  🔗 https://www.rocrope.com/

• Drakensberg Vertical Rush – Delivers climbing adventures in the Drakensberg mountains.

  🔗 https://verticalrush.co.za/

• Itchyfeet SA – Provides customised rock climbing experiences across South Africa.

  🔗 https://www.itchyfeet-sa.com/

• The Climbing Barn – Offers indoor climbing facilities and training in Pretoria.

  🔗 https://www.climbingbarn.co.za/

🌲 Rope Courses

• Acrobranch Adventure Parks – Offers treetop obstacle courses across multiple locations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Stellenbosch, and Hillcrest.

  🔗 https://acrobranch.co.za/

• Chimp & Zee Rope Adventure Parks – Provides aerial adventure courses in various locations, including uShaka Marine World, Croc City, Club Mykonos, Mac Banana, and Sun City.

  🔗 https://www.chimpzee.co.za/

Note: Use the coupon code “101adventures” when booking at Acrobranch for a 10% discount.

🏃‍♂️ Running Tours

• ABCD Travel – Offers guided running tours that combine fitness with sightseeing in Johannesburg.

  🔗 https://www.abcdtravel.co.za/

• Run Cape Town – Provides running tours through Cape Town’s iconic landmarks and neighbourhoods.

  🔗 https://www.runcapetown.co.za/