never ending adventurous journey
Greetings and Welcome

From the whanau (family) at Owhango Adventures where your Whanganui River Canoe adventure begins. We are ideally located in the central Ruapehu Region, surrounded by scenic bush and the Whanganui and Whakapapa Rivers on our doorstep.

A Never Ending “Adventurous Journey”

We welcome you as you embark on your journey with us ‘the tangāta whenua’ (People of the land).

Born and bred on the banks of the Whanganui River, we have a cultural experience waiting to share with you in our own backyard.

Make a Splash with our

Canoe Adventures

Join our qualified Cultural Navigators as they guide you through the heart of the Whanganui River, sharing stories of their homelands while you discover the river’s wild beauty and hidden treasures. With return transport included, all you need to do is step into one of our modern Canadian Canoes, gear up, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure. We offer:

Bronze Qual Mark
DOC Approved
Adventure Mark Safety Audited
feel the excitement

Meet the Team

Grant Lethborg
Grant Lethborg
Owner & Founder
Grant is the driving force, a true character who knows the river like an old friend and treats everyone who travels with us like whānau. Grant has built Owhango Adventures on genuine care and unforgettable journeys.

Uncle Pat
Uncle Pat
The Glue
Hardworking, humble, and endlessly reliable, he’s the backbone of our operation. First on site, last to leave, and always lending a hand, Uncle Pat keeps everything running smoothly and we honestly don’t know how he does it.
Willie
Willie
Head Guide
Willie brings the river to life. As our Head Kaitiaki and Lead Guide, he’s the storyteller, the energy, and the welcoming smile that sets the tone for every trip. Willie makes sure everyone feels confident and ready for adventure.
feel the excitement

Meet the Team

Grant Lethborg
Grant Lethborg
Owner & Founder
Grant is the driving force, a true character who knows the river like an old friend and treats everyone who travels with us like whānau. Grant has built Owhango Adventures on genuine care and unforgettable journeys.
Uncle Pat
Uncle Pat
The Glue
Hardworking, humble, and endlessly reliable, he’s the backbone of our operation. First on site, last to leave, and always lending a hand, Uncle Pat keeps everything running smoothly and we honestly don’t know how he does it.
Willie
Willie
Head Guide
Willie brings the river to life. As our Head Kaitiaki and Lead Guide, he’s the storyteller, the energy, and the welcoming smile that sets the tone for every trip. Willie makes sure everyone feels confident and ready for adventure.