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Get wet and wild with river sledging on the Kaituna River, Rotorua

New Zealand Water Activities

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New Zealand’s non-stop coastline and multitude of lakes, rivers and waterways are a natural playground for an exciting array of water-based activities for you to enjoy. Try your hand at sailing, paddling, fishing, jet boating, rafting surfing or even diving.

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Boat Cruises

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Going out on the water is a big part of experiencing New Zealand. The coastline, waterways and lakes provide ample boating opportunities of all kinds.

Diving & Snorkelling

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You’ll discover a vast, diverse underwater landscape around New Zealand’s 15,000 kilometres of coastline and hundreds of offshore islands.

Fishing

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Feel the thrill of big game fishing or world-class river fishing in New Zealand as you catch marlin, kingfish, swordfish and trophy-sized trout.

Canyoning

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Scramble, climb, jump, slide, abseil, swim and shout as you experience the fine art of canyoning – a real outdoor adventure!

Kayaking & Canoeing

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Go kayaking or canoeing for a memorable experience of New Zealand’s waterways, either inland on lakes and rivers or around the coastline.

Jet Boating

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Feel the acceleration as you experience the Kiwi adventure activity of jet boating – high speed thrills on the water will set your heart racing!

Punting

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Relax and recline as you’re taken on a picturesque journey along the twists and turns of Christchurch’s Avon River.

Rafting

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Try white water rafting for a fun day on the river. You can choose gentle rapids or white water thrills, and even a drop over a waterfall!

Sailing

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New Zealand’s sheltered harbours and offshore islands are the perfect place for sailing. Charter a vessel to sail yourself or hire a crew.

Sledging

A hands-on, face-in-the-water style of white water rafting where you kick your fins and steer your board down a river – no experience needed!

Surfing

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You’re never far from water in New Zealand, and it’s a great place to go surfing in the ocean or on the many lakes and watersports areas.

Make a splash

New Zealanders are a water-loving people. Maybe it’s due to our non-stop coastline or our multitude of lakes, rivers and waterways, but whatever it is, taking to the water seems to be in our blood.

The jet boat was invented in New Zealand way back in the 1960s, and our sailing prowess has seen us win the America’s Cup twice. Radical new water sports like kitesurfing quickly find a dedicated following among Kiwi watersports enthusiasts.

Why not come and join us on, in or even under the water for some unforgettable wet and wild experiences? From lazily punting along a tranquil river to ripping up the surf or just sipping champagne from the deck of a chartered yacht – you’ll agree that on a sunny day in New Zealand there’s no better place to be than out on the water.

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