Non-Guided Tour (Freedom Hire): $200pp (min 4 people) 
Taumarunui to Ohinepane •  1 Day 0 Nights (4-5 Hours) •  22km  •  (min 8 people)
One day - 45 rapids, this exhilarating adventure is a great way to experience the upper Whanganui River in a limited time-frame. Leaving from Cherry Grove, Taumarunui you’ll paddle 22km down to Ohinepane, with time for a muffin and a cuppa at Lauren’s Lavender Farm along the way.

Freedom Hire: $275pp (min 4 people)
Ohinepane/Nukunuku to Pipiriki  •  4 days, 3 nights  •  123/118km

Our most popular trip! This four-day paddle takes you from Ohinepane (or Nukunuku for Guided Tours) through the heart of the Whanganui National Park. 123km of fun rapids and tranquil deep green gorges cutting through untouched forest. When your arms are tired from paddling you'll enjoy chance to stretch your legs for a short walk to the Bridge to Nowhere and learn how this arched concrete bridge ended up so far from any roads. Stay three nights at your choice of isolated campsites or splash out for the first night at Posh Pioneers gorgeous shepherd’s huts with a delicious home-cooked dinner, breakfast and barista coffee. Not to mention hot showers. You'll exit the awa at the historic Māori settlement of Pipiriki. Journey back to base by van, or choose to have your vehicle relocated so you can continue your travels skipping the return road portion of the trip.