Let us share our passion for the River with you!
Explore Our Tours
Trips depart from our farm 20 minutes drive from Whanganui, or from Whanganui city.
Choose from one of our short 1.5 hour trips through the gorgeous Atene bush, passing the Oyster cliffs, the old river bed at Atene, and the famous Ahu Ahu Valley if you only have a couple of hours, or experience the beauty and tranquility of the upper reaches of the Whanganui River with our three day safari tour. We also operate a Water Taxi Service.
Operating all year round and for all sized group, we have a package to suit everyone – we can arrange a customised tour package for you.
Atene Bush Scenic Reserve
This is a great way to see a special piece of the Whanganui River and the Whanganui National Park if you only have a couple of hours to spare.
Flying Fox
3 hours
This tour heads 25km upstream through the gorgeous Atene Bush and lower reaches of the Whanganui National Park.
Relax on the verandah overlooking the Whanganui River and enjoy locally roasted organic Havoc coffee or tea, with freshly baked muffins and a chat with our host.
Jerusalem
4 hours
This is an ideal way to experience and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the lower reaches of the Whanganui River, visiting key historic and spiritual sites combined with the thrill of some exciting rapids.
Bridge to Nowhere
8 or 4 hours
The famous Bridge to Nowhere is an iconic piece of history on the Whanganui River.
Learn the stories of the early New Zealand European settlers and legends of the Maori people, and experience the beauty and serenity of the steep gorges in the upper reaches of the Whanganui River in the Whanganui National Park.
Kawana Flour Mill & Matahiwi Gallery
Travel through the gorgeous lower Whanganui National Park to the historic, fully-restored Kawana Flour Mill (built 1854) and stop at the Matahiwi Gallery for refreshments.
Tours from Whanganui City
25 minutes to 3 hours
These tours are an ideal way to experience the lower reaches of the Whanganui River from Wanganui’s doorstep. Departing from the central city.
Canoe Hire
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the lower reaches of the Whanganui River with our freedom canoe hire. Paddle at your own pace without a guide. We supply single and double kayaks, paddles, lifejackets, dry bags and a refresher session before you head off.
