KAwarau River

Grade 2-3
Duration 4.5 hours

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$239pp

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Kawarau River rafting provides a great introduction to whitewater rafting, the four rapids on the Kawarau River are exciting and the scenery is superb. 

This grade 2-3 rafting experience is perfect for first-time rafters, families and school groups. Providing a taste of whitewater action with plenty of opportunities to splash around, try a cliff jump or even swim through a rapid. 

Between rapids, you will experience calmer stretches of river, giving the opportunity to experience a unique perspective of the historic Kawarau Bungy Bridge as your raft passes underneath.  

Enjoy the rugged Gibbston Valley wine region and Lord of the Rings country as you float through the rocky cliffs and blue waters of this famous region.

The grand finale is the unforgettable 400 metre Dog Leg Rapid, to end your experience on New Zealand’s largest volume commercially rafted river.  


Optional add on:  

  • Double the fun and add an optional 30-minute Jet Boat ride to the rafting launch site.

What you need

○ Swimsuit and towel  

○ To be water competent  

○ Moderate level of fitness 

○ Minimum 13 years of age and 40kg 

○ Maximum weight 120kg 

○ Guests with a heart condition or taking heart medication are not able to participate

trips include

○ Safety briefing 

○ Whitewater rafting

○ Full wetsuit, booties, life jacket and rafting equipment 

○ Hot showers at the Rafters Lodge 

○ Transport

Rafting experiences run from November through to April. Kawarau River Rafting operated by RealNZ. 
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