3 Day Grand Canyons of the Rangitīkei

Our 3 Day Wilderness Journey is a 3-day 2-night river trip from Pukeokahu on the upper reaches of the Rangitīkei River to Awastone at Mangaweka. During the course of the trip we will journey through areas of native forest, farmland and spectacular canyons.

During the course of the trip we will journey through areas of native forest, farmland and spectacular canyons. There are numerous small rapids, mostly Grade 2, there are two rapids at the start of the trip, not always runnable (due to low river levels) that are Grade 3. These are always able to be portaged (walked around) and make for an extra adventure!

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We will generally have one gear only raft powered by oars and a mixture of rafts and kayaks to suit your group. We carry a packraft (small inflatable kayak) that can be stashed on the raft if everyone wants to laze the day away on the raft.

You will meet at Awastone, with the option of staying here the night before departure. Here you will meet your guides and be equipped with your river gear. The next morning we will drive north east to the put on point at Pukeokahu.

Our days on the water are lazy days, floating down the river and then arriving at camp with plenty of time to relax, read a book, fish or take a swim while your guide and host set up for dinner. The campsites are pretty, comfortable and a great place to relax after getting off the water. The trip finishes right outside Awastone, where you can either head off, or stay another night.

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Those with certain disabilities and limitations are always welcome, but please let us know if you have any special needs or requirements within your group so that we can work out the best possible experience for you.

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Our Multiday Journeys are so much more than just a floating downriver. It is an all inclusive, immersive adventure, experienced by only a few.

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