This long deep gorge offers one of New Zealand's premier commercial rafting experiences with 13 thrilling  rapids.  
(grades 2 - 4)

Between its towering walls we find lots of exciting white water, colorful history of earthquakes, gold mining, amazing scenery and geographic wonders.

Get more water time more memorable thrills. Try the "High Jump"   Link to video

Geography
Tectonics plays a large roll in the geography of this large river. There is a history of large destructive earthquakes to explore and floods are common events.  We can learn how they happened and explore ways of avoiding the resulting dangers. 

Humanities
Historic mining settlements offer insights of towns, transport and mining in generations past.