Lodge to Lodge Luxury 2 Day Rafting Trip on the Rangitikei River

We have noticed that many of our guests would like to experience several days on the river, as in a multi-day rafting trip, but prefer quite a bit more comfort than what a normal camping style experience brings.

Luckily for us, downstream from River Valley Lodge is Tarata Fishaway, a very nicely set up Fishing Lodge, and just the ideal place to spend a second night on the river.

So after a day's exploring, this means comfy beds each night in a lodge-type setting, hot tubs overlooking the river, great food, freshly prepared for you, two relaxing days on the river, PLUS great scenery, and no worries.

In fact, a total escape and chill out.

Arrive at River Valley Lodge in time for dinner the night before departure on the river.

The next morning, get kitted out in river gear, pack up your clothing onto the raft, and say goodbye to civilisation for the day.

Spend the rest of the day cruising downstream, discover the spectacular Ohutu Falls, enjoy a picnic lunch on the riverbank, and arrive mid to late afternoon at Tarata Fishaway.

Hot showers, hot tub, dinner, a bottle of good wine, good company, cosy bed.

The following morning, after a relaxing start, you are back on the river, discovering what lies further downstream.

You will journey through the spectacular Mokai Canyon, including having a chance to gaze up at the Gravity Canyon Bungy, Giant Swing, and Extreme Flying Fox set up.

You will also take in some of the canyon that featured in the Lord of the Rings film trilogy. Again, we pause on the riverbank for a picnic lunch, finishing the trip mid-afternoon.

Our shuttle vehicle will meet you at this point and transport you back to River Valley Lodge. (Alternatively, a helicopter can meet you at the take-out and fly you directly back to the Lodge – this is for an additional amount).

From River Valley Lodge, you can either journey home or alternatively stay an extra night.

There is the opportunity the following morning, now that you have a taste for being on the river, to join a Grade 5 Rafting Trip, or use some different muscles and go horseback riding, viewing the Rangitikei River Canyon from a totally different angle. (The extra night and activity are not included in the Lodge to Lodge price)