Called the Grand Canyon of New Zealand because of the towering granite walls that make up the 3 gorges on the Whataroa, this river flows from the largest glacial ice field in New Zealand. We fly into the mountains and put in directly below The Portals of Doom, a class VI waterfall that has never been run.
The day starts off with class III leading into a portage around a chunky class V+ monster, then a few runnable class 5 rapids as we enter the first canyon. The rest of the day is mostly grade IV with another portage (depending on river flow) as we navigate through the remaining two canyons, stopping for lunch on the polished granite beside a towering waterfall. We spend around 5 hours on the water and finish the trip back at Hokitika.
Note: Minimum age of 13 years, and able to swim. No experience necessary.
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Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- Travel to and from the river spot
- Pick-up and drop-off from anywhere in Franz Joseph Glacier
- All of the equipment will be provided for you
- Quality, healthy, hearty snacks and lunch when we are beached
- Photo and video services are available, so be sure to talk to your guide prior to leaving.
Also see tour packages in:
Australia and Oceania
New Zealand
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
Glacier Tours
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