The Big Picture

Canoe and jet boat trips are extremely popular but there can be no equal to the experience of shooting a long twisting rapid in a lumbering flat-bottomed workhorse of yesteryear while at the same time enjoying the comfort of a modern riverboat.

The Adventurer II offers this experience and is the only large passenger vessel to brave the 239 rapids as the Rhine of New Zealand snakes 144 miles to the sea - a sight not seen for about 100 years.

 What's on offer: -

• One day journeys through the most scenic 50 miles of the middle stretch just as it was done 100 years ago. Perfect for skiers on those days the mountain is closed or indeed anyone just wanting a fun day exploring the river.

• Half day and all day journeys out of Wanganui and into the lower rapids.

• Two day, three day and four day journeys through selected sections and up to the full length of the river. Both upriver and downriver.

• Overnight Marae stays and cultural experiences.

• Charter service for those with a specific desire.