Adventures

PAPA GORGE Raft

A perfect introduction to rafting for the whole family, a fantastic stop to break your journey along State Highway One or an afternoon adventure to compliment a day trip out of town! We meet you at the Mangaweka International Airport Café under the DC3 aeroplane on State Highway One, Mangaweka. Here your guides give you all of your gear for safety and comfort on the river before we take the short drive to the put in point. The fun bouncy Grade 2 rapids start straight away, intermingled with long flat pools ideal for that tempting swim on a hot summers day. If its not so hot use the quiet time as an opportunity to take in the scene, as towering Papa Cliffs reach down into beautiful stands of native trees. We are on the water for approximately one hour and our vehicle will be waiting to take you back to the café.

Departure time/s   Daily at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. Trip times are flexible for groups.

Length   Around 1 hour on the water, allow a couple from your day

Fitness Level / Experience   All fitness levels welcome and no experience is required

What you need:  You'll need a pair of shorts you don't mind getting wet, a towel, sunblock and a camera. We have wetshoes available however most people prefer just to wear their own sandals or sneakers.  

Packages Available

Do you have a large group with varying ages and different ideas of what they might want from a river adventure? Click here to see options for social clubs, work groups and conferences including food packages adventure packages and events catering.

Adventure Key

Use this handy key to ensure you book the trip to suit you and your group. On all of our trips our professional river guides provide all of the information you need for paddling technique and river safety so no previous experience is necessary.

		Family / Fun   These trips are suitable for all family members and all levels of fitness and skill. Are ideally suited to large groups with a diverse range of ages and adventurous inclination.
		Explorer   For those who want to sit back and relax and take in the spectacular Rangitikei scenery. Our larger oar powered rafts ensure a safe and mellow journey.
		Thrillseeker   A reasonable level of fitness will be required and participants need to understand that the risks involved are greater than with many of our other products.