The Whataroa river is grade 4-5, adrenalin pumping whitewater with some big drops. 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.
Note: Minimum age of 13 years, and able to swim. No experience necessary.
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 Greymouth
- All of the equipment will be provided for you
- We will also serve 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.
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Australia and Oceania
New Zealand
Canoeing/Kayaking/Rafting
Flightseeing
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