Conquer grade 2-3 rapids and become King or Queen of the River, riding the rapids on a bodyboard. Enjoy surfing standing waves, riding whirlpools and eddy lines. Riversurfing is best suited for people who want the full white water experience. Everyone must be able to swim, be confident in water and reasonably fit. Basic swimming skills are needed, moving forward with a freestyle kick, turning and balancing. Everyone must feel confident in waves and going under water in waves For the sledging package: Sledge grade 2 to 3 white water on special river purpose boards. Sturdy, easy to hold on to, very buoyant and highly manoeuvrable, the sledge keeps you slightly more above the water than bodyboards. This is an action-packed adventure for true water lovers.

Conquer grade 2-3 rapids and become King or Queen of the River, riding the rapids on a bodyboard

Enjoy the rapids of the Kawarau River on your bodyboard

The sledge keeps you slightly more above the water than bodyboards

Take in the stunning scenery of Gibbston Valley

The high-volume Kawarau River is bursting with adrenaline, and this trip will challenge your nerves from start to finish.

Enjoy surfing standing waves, riding whirlpools and eddy lines, as well as catching some underwater currents if you are brave enough.

The trip starts in a secret calm eddy after an introduction to the basic sledging techniques

Ride fast-flowing rapids, blast through waves, spin on giant whirlpools and try wicked rock jumps

Sledge 8 km of grade 2 to 3 white water on special river purpose boards