"To us, trips feel like we're out doing the things we love with a group of good friends and that's exactly how it is at Hidden Valleys."
- Grant South (Southy)
Rangitata River
South Canterbury whitewater rafting day trips
The beautiful Rangitata River has much to offer, from exhilarating adventure to a more gentle scenic float down the river.
Mesopotamia Section – Grade 1
Best rafted in the morning over a two to three hour period, the river in this area is Grade 1, flat and braided. It is the perfect way to experience the seldom seen high country from a rarely seen perspective. In the summer months, fishing for trout and salmon is popular.
Gorge Section – Grade 2-5
This section of the river takes two to three hours. The trip starts with flat water ideal for the safety brief, practise and training. The rapids start at Grade 2 and slowly build up to the two main Grade 4/5 rapids and finish with great play rapids on the way to the take-out.
Lower Rangitata – Grade 2
There are several points along the river where it is suitable to start or finish, so we can put personalise a trip that best suits your needs and time schedule.
The river travels over an open riverbed with a few boulder garden rapids, and lots of waves.
Wherever you choose to start and finish your trip, you’re only a short drive away from the Peel Forest Camping Ground, store and café.
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