Orange Descent

17/10/2026

3 Weeks to Race Day - 7-8 November 2026

Its time to get your entry in and finalise your trips planning. With higher than normal river level this years event will not disipoint!

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal.

Visit our website for more information

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18/09/2026

7 Weeks to Race Day - 7-8 November 2026

Khamkirri will be this years Official Race Venue and offers great accommodation options. The facilities at Khamkirri are perstine and ensure a enjoyable stay.

The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal.
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/


Paddlesport South Africa The St Francis Bay Paddling Academy Paddlesport Gauteng Western Cape Canoe Union Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union

11/09/2026

8 Weeks to Race Day - 7-8 November 2026

The Orange Descent is one of the most central canoe race in the country and as for only a hand full of races the Orange Descent alway have water it just depends on how much! The Orange Descent offers the perfect Stage Race Experience and offers an unforgettable experience on and of the water.

The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal.
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/


Paddlesport South Africa The St Francis Bay Paddling Academy Paddlesport Gauteng Western Cape Canoe Union Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union

04/09/2026

9 Weeks to Race Day - 7-8 November 2026

The Green Kalahari region offers great unique tourism attractions for everyone like Augrabies Falls, The Quiver Tree Route, The Red Dune Route, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Sakkie se Arkie just to mention a few.

Plan your family breakaway and try and work in some tourism activities while you are here.

The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal.
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/


Paddlesport South Africa The Paddling Academy Paddlesport Gauteng Western Cape Canoe Union Paddle Sport Eastern Cape Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union KwaZulu-Natal Canoe Club

28/08/2026

10 WEEKS TO GO!!!

The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal.
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/


Paddlesport South Africa Paddlesport Gauteng Western Cape Canoe Union Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union

25/07/2026

14 Weeks to go!

And it's time to sit down and start marking off your next padding adventure!
With a busy river marathon season lying ahead.

Keep a lookout for more information about the race on our website and page.

We look forward to November!!!

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The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal. https://paddler.paddlesportsa.com
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/


Paddlesport South Africa
Western Cape Canoe Union Paddlesport Gauteng Paddle Sport Eastern Cape Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union

20/07/2026

2026 Entries are OPEN!!!

The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal.
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/



Paddlesport South Africa Western Cape Canoe Union Paddlesport Gauteng Paddle Sport Eastern Cape Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union

10/03/2026

POSTPONED - NEW DATE - 7 & 8 NOVEMBER 2026

It’s with a very sad heart that we have to announce that the 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon has been postponed to 7 - 8 November 2026

More information will follow.

Paddlesport South Africa Western Cape Canoe Union
Gauteng Canoe Union Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union
Paddle Sport Eastern Cape

04/03/2026

17 Days to go!

Race Organisers get asked the age old question each year!
WERE YOU ABLE TO ORGANISE A GOOD WATER RELEASE FOR US THIS YEAR!

This year there are no excuses! This year there will be high water levels, it just depends on how high!

So I must say, if you are brave enough, this year is the year you have to do the Orange Descent.

Don't forget to book your accommodation at Khamkirri Resort – (Official Race Venue)
or any of the suggested accommodation options. https://khamkirri.co.za

The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level and enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal. https://paddler.paddlesportsa.com
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/


Paddlesport South Africa Western Cape Canoe Union
Gauteng Canoe Union Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union
Paddle Sport Eastern Cape

01/03/2026

20 Days to go!

The Orange Decent tick all the boxes when it comes to a stage river race on and off the water.

If you have not done and Orange Descent before this year might be a good one with the current water levels in the Orange River system.

The river is currently running at 932 cumecs and we expect it to level down to 200/300 cumecs for the race! This is an amazing level that adds to the exitement on each day.

Don't forget to book your accommodation at Khamkirri Resort – (Official Race Venue)
or any of the suggested accommodation options. https://khamkirri.co.za

The 2026 Orange Descent Canoe Marathon will be a K1 event and is a CSA B-Grade Race.

K1 & K3 crews are welcome and with a constant, guaranteed good water level an enjoyable paddling experience is possible at even the lowest of levels.

This 2 Day stage race covering 44km of great river paddling, promising to be everything you’ve dreamt of and much more for paddlers and seconds alike!

Entries are now open on the PSA Paddlers Portal. https://paddler.paddlesportsa.com
Visit our website for more information https://orangedescent.co.za/


Paddlesport South Africa Western Cape Canoe Union
Gauteng Canoe Union Kwazulu Natal Canoe Union
Eastern Cape Canoe Union