Roc 'n Rope Adventures

Adventures

Our team will kit you up, train you up and get you on the rocks – all from our central location in the heart of the South African Rock Climbing Mecca. 

Any time spent in the wilds of African vistas can only do good things for the mind and soul. If you combine that with exhilarating vertical fun, there can surely be nothing better?

The Restaurant

The cliffs surrounding Waterval Boven, also known as The Restaurant (at the End of the Universe) crags, have proven over the past few decades to be one of the premier Rock Climbing destinations in South Africa and in the world. (Rated top 10 spot by many of the best climbers from all over the globe.)

Most of the good climbing can be done around the difficulty rating of 17 – 27 (French 5b – 7b+ or US 5.8 – 5.12c), with options to climb up to grade 34 (8c/5.14b).

Visit our shop

In the town of Waterval Boven, we sell and rent climbing/abseiling equipment as well as topos, guide books and maps for your convenience.

Apart from our climbing shop and rental service, you can choose from half day climbing sessions, introductory weekend workshops and abseils right next to the mighty 70m Elands falls as well as other adventurous excursions. There are over 1000 different routes to choose from and new routes are still regularly opened by us and various other climbers.

Introduction to Rock Climbing Course

This course is intended for the beginner to intermediate climber and aims to equip you with the skills to safely sport climb.

Skills taught include:

  • Proper use and maintenance of climbing equipment
  • Belaying
  • Leading sport routes including cleaning
  • Basic climbing technique
  • Course content is adjusted according to skill level.
Course duration: 2 days

Traditional Rock Climbing Course

This course is designed to give you a basic introduction to traditional climbing. The course is suited for the beginner to intermediate climber. Course content is adjusted according to the level of experience. This is an excellent course for the prospective seconder.

Skills taught include:

  • Gear placements
  • Double rope systems
  • Belay techniques (top, bottom, direct and indirect belays)
  • Setting up stances (anchor selection)
  • Rope management
  • Abseiling skills
  • Basic hauling systems and self-rescue
Course duration: 1½ Days

Multi-pitch & Sport Climbing Course

This course is designed to equip you with the skills to safely negotiate multi-pitch sport climbing.

Skills taught include:

  • Belay techniques (top, bottom, direct and indirect belays)
  • Setting up stances
  • Rope management
  • Double rope systems
  • Abseiling skills
  • Basic hauling systems and self-rescue
  • Course content is adjusted to climbing experience.
Course duration: 1½ Days

Contact us for a detailed info pack.

Top Rope Supervisor Course

Do you want to learn how to take people climbing safely for your business or pleasure?

Get your accreditation and offer a professional service instead of being a fly-by-night wannabee!

We offer the MDT Top-rope Supervisor Course over 2 days. Before attending this course, basic experience with ropework, abseiling or climbing is not needed.

Contact us for the syllabus, prospectus or further details of this well-structured training course.

Course duration: 2 days

Abseil Supervisor Course

Do you want to learn how to take people abseiling safely for your business or pleasure?

Get your accreditation with our MDT Abseil Supervisor Course. This comprehensive 3-day training program is designed for individuals with basic experience in ropework, abseiling, or climbing. Our well-structured course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to offer professional abseiling services. Contact us today for the syllabus, prospectus, or more information on this course. You can achieve your accreditation quickly and start delivering high-quality services with confidence.

The course duration is 4 days

Single Pitch Course

Do you want to learn how to take other people climbing on trad in a single pitch environment, safely for your business or pleasure?

Get your accreditation and offer a professional service. We offer the MDT Single Pitch Supervisor Course over 2 days. Before attending this course, basic experience with ropework, abseiling or climbing is recommended.

Contact us for the syllabus, prospectus or further details of this well-structured training course.

Course duration: 3 days

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Are you interested in one of these adventures?

Our team is more than happy to help you out with any questions or concerns that you may have. Whether you’re curious about an adventure or course or tours or just want to say hi, we’re always available to chat. Don’t hesitate to drop us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Looking forward to connecting with you!