Family friendly scenic float on Te Awa Kairangi, Grade 2
Overview
The river is flow dependent, so catching the trips after rain makes it a more exciting river tour. Staff at Wellington Rafting are full of life and live to share the fun-loving culture of the river with you.
Inclusions
- Wetsuits, booties, fleece top, splash top, helmet, life jacket, paddle
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Customers meet at the river start point where briefings for the trip take place. Customers are given river gear to dress into including wetsuits, booties, fleece tops, splash jackets, helmets and life jackets to stay warm and safe on the trip. Customers then raft down the family friendly section of Te Awa Kairangi for some little rapid rides, a waterfall photograph opportunity, and rock jumps for the more adventurous. The river trip is between 1.5 and 2 hours depending on flows. Toilet and changing facilities are provided at the beginning of the river trip.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 46 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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I've done both the grade 2 and 3 trips and will be back again for their canyoning in the future for sure. Hamish and his team of guides were excellent both time, great safety talk and commentary throughout the raft. Warm gear during a freezing day for my g2 and during my summer g3. Easy meeting p...
I've done both the grade 2 and 3 trips and will be back again for their canyoning in the future for sure. Hamish and his team of guides were excellent both time, great safety talk and commentary throughout the raft. Warm gear during a freezing day for my g2 and during my summer g3. Easy meeting point at the new workshop literally 2 min from the motorway on the way to upper hutt. Grade 2 would be great for families, non-confident swimmers and even the adrenalin junkies (5 and 3 metre jumping opportunities) and you get to swim in a waterfall. Grade 3 is definitely more physically demanding but soooooo much fun. great half day out.Had an awesome time on the Hutt River with Hamish this morning. Very kid friendly. We haven't laughed this much in ages. Highly recommend.
Had an awesome time on the Hutt River with Hamish this morning. Very kid friendly. We haven't laughed this much in ages. Highly recommend.An excellent adventure on the beautiful river with an expert guide, Hamish. We felt well looked after and instructed on safety and the basics of paddling. We all had a lot of laughs as we navigated our way over rapids, and floated down stream enjoying the peaceful scenery. Hamish did a fantast...
An excellent adventure on the beautiful river with an expert guide, Hamish. We felt well looked after and instructed on safety and the basics of paddling. We all had a lot of laughs as we navigated our way over rapids, and floated down stream enjoying the peaceful scenery. Hamish did a fantastic job and even managed to photograph us and send the pictures the same day so we have some great pictures to share back home. Highly recommended. :)Felix was our guide and a barrel of laughs. Was able to instruct a group of rafting novices who continually steered towards and got stuck on rocks instead of going around them with good humour while pointing out various features and wildlife along the way. Everyone loved it and we'll definitely r...
Felix was our guide and a barrel of laughs. Was able to instruct a group of rafting novices who continually steered towards and got stuck on rocks instead of going around them with good humour while pointing out various features and wildlife along the way. Everyone loved it and we'll definitely return to try out the grade 3 tour!!A perfect way to introduce children to white water rafting, great balance of enough rapids to make it feel exciting while being not too scary. Kids loved jumping into the river with their wet suits on.
A perfect way to introduce children to white water rafting, great balance of enough rapids to make it feel exciting while being not too scary. Kids loved jumping into the river with their wet suits on.Jayden & Phoebe were so considerate and encouraging. Taking my son (11) for school holidays to give him a taster on the river. These incredibly personable and friendly guides went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. There was loads of laughs and we LOVED jumping off the rocks. Than...
Jayden & Phoebe were so considerate and encouraging. Taking my son (11) for school holidays to give him a taster on the river. These incredibly personable and friendly guides went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. There was loads of laughs and we LOVED jumping off the rocks. Thank you for creating such a special day out. One which will be remembered forever. Thank you for going above and beyond for us... the hot raro! the speed races! the throwing off the boat! the photos! the floating! the support and teamwork to allow us do the high jump! You guys rock!!!