Shore Excursion: Scenic Rafting from Napier with Experienced Guides and Maori History

Our distinctiveness lies in rendering this magnificent journey into our homeland, enriched with our guides’ three-decade-long experience on the river and narratives from Maori elders tracing as far back as 33 generations.

We always ensure clients return to their cruise ships with plenty of time before sailing.

Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 112 McVicar Road - This trip starts from either your ship or in Napier city, then bus one hour into the heart of the north island. Thie activity is a scenic raft trip down grade 2 rapids whilie listening to bird song. Also included is a narrative on the local history of the area going right back 80 million years, through to pre european times with…
What's Included
  • Lunch included
  • Air-conditioned transportation
Location
GWF8+R8 Napier
We meet you either from your ship or in Napier
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sven_w
Nov 27, 2024
Rafting & Nature - It was a very beautiful day, a really pleasant introduction to rafting! Greetings to Kelly & Barbara!
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Katrina_b
Nov 3, 2024
Outstanding! - Such an amazing day!! Deon and his crew were fabulous. We felt safe the entire day and spent a great day on the river. We needed gluten-free for lunch and it was delicious. What a wonderful day of memories!!
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Yvette_r
Oct 28, 2024
Great excursion, did not disappoint. - This was a really worthwhile excursion, well priced and alot of fun. Felt very safe in the hands of our guide and instructor. Nice lunch provided afterwards. Would recommend taking water shoes, though they do provide everything you need to stay dry.
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Trudy_b
Oct 27, 2024
A great adventure. - A great adventure. Deon was knowledgeable, easy going and funny. Scenery was spectacular. The homemade lunch was a pleasant surprise. The Mint slice was awesome!! I would highly recommend for anyone. Thanks Deon
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Michael_s
Oct 21, 2024
A great day! - So much fun and the most beautiful scenery! They provided everything we needed. The guides were awesome. I highly recommend.
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Gary_b
Oct 21, 2024
Not to be missed! - We had a brilliant day, the scenery is very nice, the rafting was great fun, lunch was different in a good way!
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Brian_m
Oct 20, 2024
River Rafting - Booked this trip independently when we were in Port for a day during our cruise. It was so well organised from start to finish. A brilliant rafting experience, Deon and his team expertly guided us down the river, lots of fun and laughter.
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Geoffrey_p
Apr 30, 2024
Scenic Rafting at its Best - A wonderful experience for all ages - Deon and the team looked after us so well and we had a ball. The Mohaka River scenery was beautiful and well worth the outdoor raft experience - a real adventure.
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Melissamh7349cf
Apr 28, 2024
Great experience! - It was a great trip. Dallas was our guide and he was a lot of fun. Deon and all I’d the staff were really nice and made sure we had a great time. They made a nice lunch with fresh fruit, great sandwiches with garden fresh tomatoes.
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Lisa_f
Apr 19, 2024
Awesome river experience - From the moment Deon picked us up from the wharf he made us feel so welcome and comfortable we drove to his house to get suited up with rain gear and life jackets their were people there to help us find our right sizes they were so helpful. Once on the river our Guide Vince showed us how to Oar he was so polite and helpful. We had no troubles at all my husband and I felt very safe even though we got stuck on a few rocks in the river Vince guided us on how to get off the rocks. What an Awesome experience would highly recommend this river float experience to anyone of any age and once we got off the river Deon's lovely wife had a beautiful home made picnic lunch waiting for us. Her Quiche and sausage rolls were absolutely yummy. Thank you so much. We enjoyed every minute.
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