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Great fun trip up the river

Great experience all round and friendly team allowed me to retrace my canoe trip free of charge to... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago
Ian Y
via mobile
Stunning 2 hours on the river!!

What an exceptional 2 hours!!! The Pororari River Walk is amazing but seeing it via kayak is... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago
Nicki R
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Reviewed 17 January 2019

We rented 5 kayaks with our 3 children ages 17, 14 and 11. They had a lot of fun going both upstream and downstream on the Pororari River, near the Pancake Rocks site. It is a safe activity with fabulous views of the cliffs and rainforest from down below.

Date of experience: January 2019
Thank alejandrolF2302JX
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Reviewed 28 December 2018 via mobile

Quite safe and really beautiful. See the lush rainforest from a different perspective, look up at the towering granite cliffs, glide over clear green river pools. Idyllic! Also a good workout for your arms if you’re 50+ and female, but definitely doable. Remember the sunblock, but don’t miss the best thing to do in Punakaiki.

Date of experience: December 2018
Thank Enjoythescenerydear
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Reviewed 24 November 2018 via mobile

So glad I made the time to get on the water - only had just over an hour to spare so paddled up the river and in minutes was blown away with the beautiful scenery - the views of the cliffs and bush are stunning. Highly recommend!

Date of experience: November 2018
Thank Kate M
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Reviewed 21 October 2018

What a gem of an operation. Stunning spot on the spectacular Pororari River. The owner is a real character and getting equipped for the trip is entertaining in itself. Very reasonable prices. The bush, birdlife and rock formations up the river are incredible. Absolutely recommended.

Date of experience: October 2018
Thank AWHAuckland
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Reviewed 31 August 2018

We had an awesome trip up the river. Owner- operator Ken relaxed and helpful. Quite affordable also $45 for 2 hrs. Enjoyed looking at his amazing paintings, very talented. Thanks Ken. From Andrea and Kerry

Date of experience: August 2018
Thank AndySouthland_NZ
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