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Location
| Waka Tours is based in Raetihi which is in the Ruapehu District on the Central North Island. |
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DISTANCES
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FROM WANGANUI
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KM
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MILES
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DRIVE TIMES
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Auckland via Parapara (SH4)
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454
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283
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6 hrs
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Wellington
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195
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122
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2.30 hrs
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Palmerston North
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74
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46
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1 hr
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New Plymouth
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160
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100
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2.15 hrs
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Hastings/Napier
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252
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157
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3.30 hrs
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Rotorua
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305
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190
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4 hrs
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Taupo
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223
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139
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3 hrs
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Raetihi
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90
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56
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1.30 hrs
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FROM RAETIHI
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KM
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MILES
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DRIVE TIMES
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Auckland (SH4)
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364
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227
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4.30 hrs
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Wellington
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342
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213
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4 hrs
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Taumarunui
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94
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58
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1 hr
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Wanganui
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90
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56
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1.30 hrs
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Palmerston North
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165
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103
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2.30 hrs
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It is our pleasure to assist with your travel plans prior to and after your journey down the river. So, whether it be transport or accommodation advice, please just ask.
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What to bring
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ESSENTIALS
Warm sleeping bag
Personal toiletries
Towel / soap /1 toilet roll
Sunblock and Insect Repellent
Refillable water bottle
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FOOD UTENSILS
1 Enamel or plastic dinner plate
1 Enamel or plastic desert bowl
1 Knife, fork, spoon
1 Enamel or plastic cup / mug
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SUITABLE CLOTHING
2 Change of clothing for river journey besides the one you wear
1 Raincoat
1 Warm jacket
2 Pair Shorts
1 Pair long trousers or track suit
1 Thick bush shirt or woollen jersey
2 Pair warm socks
1 Pair of sports shoes or suitable footwear
4 Days underwear
2 T-shirts or thermal wear
2 Hats (1 warm + 1 sun)
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Group exploring riverside cave
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Footnote: Staying warm and dry is of upmost importance. The Whanganui River valley has a wet climate and can be very cold out of the sun.
Clothes should be sufficient to keep you warm at all times, even when soaking wet. (Wool, polypropylene or any of the modern quick drying pile materials are best) One set of clothes should be kept dry at all times and saved for wear during evenings.
Sleeping bags should be of good quality
Aqua boots and shoes or reef sandals can be worn in the waka to keep other footwear dry.
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OPTIONAL
Torch, notebook and pen
Camera / camcorder (Your responsibility to keep safe and dry)
Pillow
Ear plugs for light sleepers
DON'T bring gear you don't really need. Room on your waka is limited.
YOU will be supplied with one 50 litre waterproof container each, to pack all your personal belongings into.
FOOD , all meals are supplied on the river and Marae but bring some nibbles and treats (lollies, mints, crisps, dry fruit)
IMPORTANT , that you inform your group organiser immediately of any special food requirements. (ie. Non meat eaters, food allergies)
HEALTH , if you have a medical condition (diabetic, asthmatic, allergies or any disorder) please let your organiser know before leaving for Whakahoro.
FITNESS , we know you are fit.but some are downright unfit, some light training and exercise will bring about miracles.
The benefit of the six-man canoe is that it is well suited for enabling people who consider themselves physically challenged or unfit, to partake in the journey.
OUR river, marae and tours on the river are alcohol and drug free!
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Conditions
• Booking deposit is non-refundable if cancellation occurs within 60 days of commencement date.
• 30% instalment is non-refundable if cancellation occurs within 10 days of commencement date except when trip has been called off by Waka Tours.
• Waka Tours reserves the right to cancel any trip prior to commencement date for any reason. In such a case, a full refund will be offered, equal to the amount of pre-payment only. We will not be held liable for costs incurred resulting from any changes.
• If Waka Tours cancels a trip for reasons of safety or due to bad weather likely to make the journey unsafe, then we will refund all moneys less 15% of full price, which will cover costs incurred up to that point.
• Full payment is required on commencement date, prior to your arrival. Payments by cheque must be received 5 days in advance of commencement date.
• Waka Tours and their guides reserve the right to make any alterations to the itinerary in the interest of safety, comfort or unforseen circumstances due to causes such as weather, illness, or misadventure.
• Waka Tours operates in a remote area. Every reasonable endeavour will be made to keep to the stated schedule but no guarantee is given.
• Waka Tours, its agents, contractors and guides do not accept responsibility or liability for loss, damage to, or theft of personal belongings (owner's risk) or for any expenses, including medical and transport expenses arising from personal accident, injury, illness or hospitalisation.
• Waka Tours reserves the right to exclude a person from a tour at any time, if in the opinion of the head guide or operator, that the person may be likely to risk the health, safety or comfort (including unsociable behaviour) of other guests, him/herself, or the environment. In such circumstances Waka Tours will not be obliged to offer any refund.
• All guests will be required to fill out a disclaimer before beginning the tour.
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