With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei River downstream from River Valley Lodge is perfect for all ages.
On the way down the river, immense cliffs cradle the river canyon. It is in one of these sections that we stop and have a picnic lunch. From there it is a relaxing float out to the take out, followed by a scenic drive back to River Valley Lodge.
For those wanting more of an adventure, we can run this trip with inflatable kayaks. Or, for those who are less active we can take oared rafts.
This is a full day trip, departing from River Valley Lodge at 9.30am. You will be spending approximately 4 hours on the river, ...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Lunch
All Equipment (helmet, wetsuit, or fleece lined paddle pants, helmet, lifejacket, neoprene booties, fleece top, paddle jacket, and on cooler days, neoprene gloves and neoprene socks)
Accommodation
Meeting Points
Departure
River Valley
If you are using a GPS then our co-ordinates are – South 39°37-800 East 176°02-583 – however we do not recommend using GPS as it does not take you on the easiest route.
The Details
• If you are traveling South, turn left at the River Valley signpost, 18km after Waiouru.
• If you are traveling North, use the Gretna Hotel in Taihape as your starting point, with the Gretna Hotel on your left. The 32km drive will last around 35 minutes after taking you through some of New Zealand’s finest and most picturesque hill country. Please follow the regular signs to River Valley.
• After turning off State Highway 1, you will cross two bridges coming from Waiouru, and three bridges coming from Taihape.
• The last 1.5 km’s are gravel and take you to the Lodge at the end of Mangahoata Road.
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The Awesome Scenic Rafting Adventure - Full Day Rafting on the Rangitikei River
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Mangahoata Road
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With over 30 Grade 2 (easy) rapids, amazing scenery and a riverside lunch, the 13 km section of the Rangitikei River downstream from River Valley Lodge is perfect for all ages.
On the way down the river, immense cliffs cradle the river canyon. It is in one of these sections that we stop and have a picnic lunch. From there it is a relaxing float out to the take out, followed by a scenic drive back to River Valley Lodge.
For those wanting more of an adventure, we can run this trip with inflatable kayaks. Or, for those who are less active we can take oared rafts.
This is a full day trip, departing from River Valley Lodge at 9.30am. You will be spending approximately 4 hours on the river, ...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & 2 Others
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Lunch
All Equipment (helmet, wetsuit, or fleece lined paddle pants, helmet, lifejacket, neoprene booties, fleece top, paddle jacket, and on cooler days, neoprene gloves and neoprene socks)
Accommodation
Meeting Points
Departure
River Valley
If you are using a GPS then our co-ordinates are – South 39°37-800 East 176°02-583 – however we do not recommend using GPS as it does not take you on the easiest route.
The Details
• If you are traveling South, turn left at the River Valley signpost, 18km after Waiouru.
• If you are traveling North, use the Gretna Hotel in Taihape as your starting point, with the Gretna Hotel on your left. The 32km drive will last around 35 minutes after taking you through some of New Zealand’s finest and most picturesque hill country. Please follow the regular signs to River Valley.
• After turning off State Highway 1, you will cross two bridges coming from Waiouru, and three bridges coming from Taihape.
• The last 1.5 km’s are gravel and take you to the Lodge at the end of Mangahoata Road.
