Travel & Tourism

Brent and Claire of Whanganui Jet, invite you to come and explore the hidden depths of this unique and magical river valley known as the Whanganui River National Park with us - a couple of proud New Zealanders.

Waka Tours runs guided canoe trips on New Zealands spectacular Whanganui River providing a Maori Cultural and Environmental experience.

Join us in the Whanganui Region to celebrate Puanga; the Whanganui Matariki Celebrations 2007. The appearance of the star Puanga (Rigel) or the star cluster Matariki (Pleiades) in the winter sky, connects Maori to land and sea, food-harvesting, weather patterns, the Maramataka (Lunar Calendar), entertainment and learning.

JOURNEYS ON THE WHANGANUI is the joint marketing initiative of the Whanganui Maori Regional Tourism Organisation, and combines products from tourism operators based on and alongside the Whanganui River in the North Island, New Zealand/ Aotearoa. The area in which they operate is one with deep spiritual and cultural significance to Whanganui Iwi and all operators, Maori and non-Maori, respect these values. We have combined as a group to offer visitors the chance to share the lifestyle we are privileged to enjoy and a chance to experience the wairua (spirit) of our place in Aotearoa.

Jet Boat Tours, Jet Canoe, Canoeing, Trampting, River Queen, Whanganui River, Lodge accommodation. All our trips can be extended to allow you to experience an overnight stay at the unique and secluded ‘Bridge to Nowhere Lodge’.