Packraft Wanaka
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Overview
This is an adventure like no other, paddling one of New Zealand’s most spectacular mountain rivers in our fun, inflatable packrafts. Start your action packed day with a scenic shuttle drive beneath the towering mountains, glaciers and waterfalls of the Matukituki Valley. After refreshments its gear-on, safety brief and paddle tuition before heading down-river on our stable and strong packrafts. Ride the wave trains, paddle into calm eddies and float with the river flow. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the river bank and play in turquoise swimming holes as you continue paddling down river. By the time the day is done your guide will have you paddling like a pro. You'll be accompanied by one of our friendly 'shuttle support' dogs on the drive, please let us know if this might be an issue for you and we can arrange otherwise.

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Packraft Wanaka
New Zealands only Jet Boat & Wilderness Walk & Packrafting adventure on the crystal clear waters of the Matukituki River beneath Avalanche Glacier
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$198.78
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Photos
- Picnic lunch and snacks (please provide dietary requirements)
- Courtesy shuttle
- All guests must be able to swim
- Packrafting gear (wetsuits, booties, spray jackets, helmets)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All children (4-14yrs) must be accompanied by an adult over 18
- Clients Must be able to swim
- Please supply weight, height, shoe size, dietary requirements and level of water confidence (high/med/low)
- Clients must read our Terms, Conditions & Risk Disclosure prior to booking (Please go to our website www.wanakariverjourneys.co.nz and click on the link at the bottom of the home page)
- Please talk to us if you are over 130kg to ensure we have the right size gear for you
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