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Well orgamised business. Kayaks in good condition and all safety gear supplied. Staff friendly and... read more

Reviewed 2 December 2023
neilandmargreets
ebike and canoe great day activity

What a fun day. Kyaked up and down the river for a few hours. After all the hiking we have done in... read more

Reviewed 8 January 2023
alansA8376EB
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Reviewed 19 January 2020

First time in a canoe for many years. So lucky to have such lovely scenery so close to home and a fantastic activity to take my teenage grandson on.
Ken, the owner was very helpful and gave great advise.
We were all provided with life vests.
More than happy to recommend to others, which I already have done and hope to go back and spend more time up river.

Date of experience: January 2020
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Reviewed 14 February 2019

We enjoyed getting the kayaks and spending a few hours on the river. Lovely scenery, very easy to manage at your own pace. The water level is low in some parts, so you will have to drag the boat a little, but it's pretty easy. Ken, the owner, was super helpful. All told, a very nice addition to our trip.

Date of experience: February 2019
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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
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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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