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The jewel of the Rangitīkei and featuring locations from Lord of the Rings movies, the Mokai Gorge is a spectacular canyon that is only accessible from the river. We four wheel drive in and out of the gorge and drift quietly through the canyons using our specialist oar rigs. We then drive up river and into the gorge and drift down to a riverside lunch. We transport you back to the café after your trip for a snack and a cuppa!
Imagine floating through 80 metre gorges, with mists of water falling off the sides of the gorge and onto your face. Native bird calling out and native bush all around. You are away from it all.
The Grand Canyons of the Rangitīkei delivers this stunning day trip, passing through film locations of Lord of the Rings as seen in Ian Brodie's "The Lord Of The Rings Location Guidebook".
We meet at Awastone, 4WD to the start, float along Grade 2 stretches of river, drift quietly through the canyons using our specialist oar rigs and enjoy a catered lunch by a hidden waterfall. The scenery is breathtaking, so make sure you bring your camera. At the finish we 4WD out of the gorge, transport you back to Awastone for an afternoon snack & cuppa plus a soak in the hot tub. Don't miss this experience of a lifetime.
This trip requires a minimum of 2 adult fares to operate.
No Experience Necessary!
Minimum Age 5yrs
Allow 6-7 Hours
Swimsuit & Towel
Shoes to get wet
A sense of adventure!
Camera (at your own risk)
Lunch on the River • Transport to and from the river trip back to Awastone • All rafting equipment for your safety and comfort • Our friendly guides to take you through your journey.
$340 per person
Group Discount (4+ people) $272
