Trailblazer – White Water Kayaking – Tongariro

This exciting programme offers students aged 16-19 years old the opportunity to build confidence, connect with peers, and have fun while paddling rivers in the Central Plateau and surrounding regions. Whether you’re completely new to white water kayaking or looking to take your skills further, this is a fantastic way to dive into the adventure.
No prior white water kayaking experience is required.
Thanks to the generous funding from Genesis Energy, we are offering this camp at a subsidised cost.
Enrolment
Students interested in joining this holiday programme will need to request a mentor from their community to fill out the referee form. For more information, click on the ‘Referee form & info’ button.
Cost breakdown
$1,280 (reduced from $2,220)
That’s $256 per day, including:
- 7 hours of adventure daily
- 5 nights’ accommodation
- Nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners (from arrival to departure)
- Transport to and from activities
- Small group learning with highly skilled, qualified instructors
= 1 instructor to 4 participants - Ongoing pastoral care and safety support
- Use of specialist kayak gear
DATE
April 12 – April 17
COST
$1,280 incl GST
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Ages 16 – 19
LOCATION
TONGARIRO CENTRE
Hydro Access Road 3,
State Highway 3
Tūrangi
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