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White Water Adventure in Taupo, New Zealand

Rapid Sensations and Kayaking Kiwi Introduction

Go on a white water adventure in Taupo where we offer rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, climbing and abseiling outdoor adventures throughout the Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park region.

Our trips departs daily, year round from Taupo and Turangi, the “Adventure Central” area in the North Island, New Zealand.

We have quality, safe, fun adventures with options to suit all age, experience and fitness levels.

White Water Adventure in Taupo and Other Activities

We have a range of events that you can participate in:

Absolute Outdoors – safe, fun, and educational outdoor activities for schools and corporate groups, including canyoning, caving, rock climbing, abseiling, kayaking, rafting, orienteering, alping treking, and mountain biking.

White Water Rafting – a selection of the best half-day and full-day trips in the country. The Upper Tongariro River has more than 50 exciting rapids, and the Mohaka Gorge has grade four to grade five rapids guaranteed to give white-knuckled thrills. Our rafting adventures are the ultimate white water experience.

Taupo Kayak School – kayak lessons in Taupo, we give you a different experience. From introductory to Advanced courses, including river safety, multisport, and instructor training, we will show you how to get the best out of your boat.

Mountain Biking – explore a diverse range of rides in the Central North Island. From the spectacular Crater Cruise to the thrills of the 42 Traverse, we can guide you through some of the country's best tracks.

For further information about our kayak lessons in Taupo, please contact us or visit our white water adventure in Taupo Web site.

Kayaking Kiwi

Experience Lake Taupo's clear waters. Explore Lake Taupo's beautiful coastline while learning about the region's incredible volcanic creation and about the area's local history. Lake Taupo has itself experienced at least 26 volcanic eruptions in the last 26,000 years.

Kayaking Kiwi Features:

• Half day kayak trip. No previous experience needed (allow around 4.5 hours) with around 2.5—three hours on the water including refreshment stop
• Kayaking Kiwi's tasty home-style cookies and hot drinks served on the beach
• Experience Kayaking Kiwi's unique genuine geological, historical and ecological information
• Swim opportunities in summer
• Double kayaks for safe, stable and effortless kayaking
• Weatherproof jackets provided if required
• Waterproof cameras available for purchase

Click here to view the Kayaking Kiwi Web site.

About the Taupo Region

It is just one hour to Rotorua, two hours to the Waitomo Caves, one-and-a-half hours to the Tongariro National Park and under two hours to the Hawke's Bay.

Tongariro National Park, Ruapehu
Photographer: Gareth Eyres
(www.exposure.co.nz)

From Taupo you can explore the Tongariro World Heritage National Park which contains three magnificent volcanoes: Mt Ruapehu, Mt Tongariro and Mt Ngauruhoe. The Tongariro Crossing is considered the best one-day hike in New Zealand.

The Lake Taupo region offers excitement galore-jetboating, 4x4 motorbiking, white water rafting, kayaking, jet skiing, windsurfing, yachting, tandem skydiving, helicopter and plane fights, gliding, bungy jumping, horse trekking, skiing and snowboarding and much more!

Take a relaxing cruise on the lake, or experience trout fishing. The Lake Taupo region is the best of the best; enjoy a gentle paddle down the Waikato River; relax in the thermal hot springs or just enjoy a walk along the lakefront taking in the lovely scenery.

There is much to offer in the art and crafts-take time and enjoy the Art and Crafts Trail, as well as the history of the area at the local museum.

For further information about our kayak lessons in Taupo, please contact us or visit our white water adventure in Taupo Web site.

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