NZ Whitewater Academy
Kayaking Tours & Lessons
Tandem Tours
Courses & Workshops
School Groups
Tandem Kayak Tours
No prior kayaking experience needed! Let us take you on a one-on-one trip down the famous Kaituna River, over the world’s highest commercially kayaked waterfall, and through 14 exciting rapids – all through an amazing river gorge, surrounded by subtropical native forest. In fact, this tour is the BEST whitewater kayaking excursion in the world that is available to those with no previous experience.
Lessons & Courses
Come and learn the basics of whitewater kayaking or let us help you develop the skill you already have. All of our kayak instruction at NZWA is extremely flexible;
– We tailor to everybody’s individual paddling needs and skill levels
– Our courses are designed to be fun and educational for all ages
– Our instructors have first aid & swift-water training
– Max of four clients per instructor. More than four in your group? No worries! Our ever growing team has got you covered
– Gear rental and transport is included in the pricing
– Fully customisable tours for the heartiest of whitewater adventurers
– High quality day excursions & multi-day expeditions.
WANT PRIVATE LESSONS, OR GUIDED TRIPS FOR YOU OR YOUR GROUP?
THEY ARE NOW BOOKABLE ONLINE!!
Multi-Day Expeditions
Everyone at NZWA is committed to providing you with the best service possible, to equip you with critical knowledge and skill and to provide the most up-to-date kayak models & safety equipment – all while experiencing one of the best whitewater playgrounds on the planet.
“Inspiring & educating the new generation of kayakers”
Using the dynamic, stunning, and natural environment, our world-class kayak instructors will build your skills, knowledge and well-being in the safest way possible
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