Choose Your Own Adventure
At Owhango Adventures, we offer a range of self-guided canoe and kayak hire options—giving you the freedom to paddle at your own pace, without a guide.
From relaxed 1-day trips to the iconic 5-day Whanganui River Journey (covering the river’s entire navigable length), there’s something for every level of explorer.
Want a guide? No problem—guided trips are available on request.
Set your own schedule, stop when you like, and soak in the scenery without being rushed. It’s your adventure, your way.
Planning your Whanganui River trip is part of the adventure. We can help with recommended journey options, including popular campsite suggestions to help you map out your days on the awa.
**Difficulty Levels:
Easy – Suitable for beginners, families, or first-timers | Moderate – Some experience or fitness recommended | Challenging – For confident paddlers with good fitness | Advanced – Experience required; suitable for seasoned adventurers | Expert – Technical skill and high fitness essential
Why Choose Us
Qualified Team
Our Qualified Cultural Navigators love to share their homelands and stories as you traverse the Whanganui River.
Born and Bred
Born and bred on the banks of the Whanganui River, we have a cultural experience waiting to share with you in our own backyard.
Best Location
Ideally located in the central Ruapehu Region, surrounded by scenic bush and the Whanganui and Whakapapa Rivers on our doorstep.
Fully Licensed
One of a small few who are authorised by DOC (Department of Conservation) as a licensed operator on the Whanganui River.