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massive half price rafting for everyone UNtil the end of August Grade 2 family fun trip Image compliments of Rafting New Zealand HOMEGROWN CENTRAL PLATEAU Rafting: There are a few commercially raftable rivers in the Central Plateau; the Tongariro and the Rangitikei. Both rivers offer options for day trips and overnight experiences so you'll find something to suit your needs. Some of the best fun you'll ever have! Rafting on the Tongariro River with Rafting New Zealand Image compliments of Rafting New Zealand Tongariro River: The headwaters of the Tongariro originate in the Central Plateau and wind their way down through the towns of Turangi until it arrives at Lake Taupo. This is New Zealand’s most fished river, but it also proves an excellent choice for rafting. There are three main white water sections which provide excellent rafting options, with two gorges which are usually considered unpaddleable, (Tree Trunk Gorge and Waikato Gorge). The river levels are controlled by the dam and two of the three sections are only able to be rafted on the release days of the dam. The lower section of the Tongariro River offers a family friendly experience to give a taste for first time rafters or younger children. Section Put in Take Out Difficulty Length Time Access 14 Rangipo Dam Tree Trunk Gorge Grade 4 5.7km 1-3 hrs Access 13 Tree Trunk Gorge Waikato Gorge Grade 3+ 5.3km 2-3 hours Access 10 Poutu Intake Blue Pool Grade 3 13km 2-4 hours Scenic beauty on the Tongariro River Image compliments of Rafting New Zealand Access 14 has a put in just below the Rangipo Dam and is the highest and most narrow section of the raftable section of the Tongariro. It is graded a 4, although there are only a few grade 4 rapids, however, the continuity of the grade 3+ sections and the inability to walk out means it keeps its grade 4 status. Also care needs to be taken to ensure that the takeout is not missed, as just below this is Tree Trunk Gorge, which could be fatal if entered on a release day. Access 13 has a more difficult access and requires a walk in and out and rafts have to be dropped down a 15m cliff into the river. It is rated a 3+ and also has a critical takeout point just above Waikato Gorge, another section of the river that could prove fatal. The riverbed through this section is small, containing the rapids and making them steeper. Due to the accessibility, this section of the river is rarely rafted commercially. Access 10 is the most popular section of the river and most actively rafted, due to the ease of access and the year round flow levels allow rafting daily on this part of the Tongariro. There are over 60 Grade 3 rapids making for an excellent half day on the river. Take out is at Blue Pool or you can choose to continue down to Turangi township, this part of the river offers a fantastic grade 2 rafting experience, where as young as three years of age can take part in the thrill of rafting. you deserve an escape to adventure! USECODE: WIN2020 42//WHERE ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS/#220
Rafting the Grade 5 section of the Rangitikei River The upper Rangitaiki River - Images compliments of River Rats Rangitikei River: Rangitaiki River: One of New Zealand’s longest rivers, the Rangitikei’s headwaters are to the south east of Lake Taupo and the river flows through the central plateau past Taihape and Mangakiwa, before heading out to the coast south of Whanganui. The grade of the river varies over the 185km stretch ranging from grade 1 through to grade 5, all sections are raftable, it just depends on what you are looking for. Due to the length and nature of the river, a multiday trip is a great way to experience the area however there are plenty of options to do day trips of varying degrees of difficulty. The scenery is spectacular and secluded and offers real variety. The highlight for white water enthusiasts is the grade 5 section that ends at River Valley Lodge just out of Taihape. This 11km section of river starts with grade 2-3 rapids and builds to a section of the river with 10 major rapids, from Grade 3+ - Grade 5 line up one after the other. Rangitaiki River Rangitaiki River Tongariro River Rangitikei River Situated 45 minutes from Rotorua or around 1 hour from Taupo, there are two sections to the Rangitaiki River; the upper section is a busy class 3 – 4 section and lower down there is a grade 2 section suitable for children as young as 5. The upper section requires good teamwork but without the drops experienced on the grade 5 offerings it doesn’t feel as scary. It runs through a beautiful river valley with a mix of native and plantation forest. The lower section runs through a stunning rock gorge with lots of freshwater springs trickling into the river that you can stop and drink from, there is even a spot to get out for a shower under a stunning spring fed waterfall making for some great shots to ensure you have a strong Instagram game. There are plenty of opportunities to float down smaller rapids or swim in the calm pools. It has a few bigger rapids but they are just nice rolling wave trains with not many obstacles to avoid making it a great option for families or those looking to experience the scenery without too much excitement. The lower Rangitaiki River - Images compliments of River Rats 44//WHERE ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS/#220 ADVENTUREMAGAZINE.CO.NZ 45
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