Whitewater rafting in the Rangitata Gorge, near Christchurch (Half-day)

The Rangitata Gorge is a sensational area to visit, explore and enjoy. And on this trip, which will last for a half-day, you will not only get to visit the gorge, you will also get to enjoy some thrilling white water rafting on the river within it.

There are two options you can choose from on this trip. There is the grade 2 rafting option in lower Rangitata. And there is the grade 5 option in the Rangitata gorge. As a result, this trip offers excitement for everybody. So, if you are a solo adventurer or you are visiting with the family, you can all enjoy a rafting experience you will never forget. Furthermore, the rapids within the Rangitata Gorge are some of the most remote in the entire country. As a result, you will rarely, if ever, feel as if you are visiting a tourist attraction. Instead, you will feel like you are right in the heart of New Zealand’s dazzling natural landscape, while refreshing, exhilarating water splashes on your face after crashing into wave after wave.

Even though this trip is open to people of all levels, participants should know how to swim. You should also be in good physical condition as well.

If you would like to enjoy this exciting rafting trip in the Rangitata Gorge, near Christchurch, in New Zealand, just send us a request. We look forward to hearing from you and guiding you.

We can also take you rafting on the Mohaka River in the North Island on this full day trip.