White Water Rafting
race the rapids
The Tongariro river is known as the perfect river for your first rafting experience. Its the exciting, wet, wild adventure that the brave adventurer needs to do. Its the white water seekers challenge of fun. Float past ancient beech forests, through gorges, past limestone and volcanic cliffs and then race down 50m 'roller coaster' rapids at exhilirating speeds. The white water rafting experience can be a peaceful drifting trip on the Tongariro's or the Mohaka for the adventure seeker who needs the thrill of blasting down endless rapids at a romping pace.
There are many tour operators in the region who offer day trips or the overnight camping adventure. So try your white water adventure with a tour guide, instruction, equipment and refreshments. Its a great way to see wilderness country inaccessible by road.
