Christchurch: Waka Paddling Experience on the Avon River
ID: GYG943527-1470397
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Experience the feeling of paddling a traditional waka on the Avon River in Christchurch. Learn about the history and tradition of the waka from your guide.
Step back in time to the era of the great Māori explorers with a guided waka paddling experience. Learn the history and tradition of the waka, an important part of Māori culture, and engage with the city’s history.
Meet your guide in downtown Christchurch, on the sacred Ōtākaro Awa (Avon River). Be officially greeted with a mihi (Māori greeting) and provided with an overview of your visit. Once onboard the waka, your Kaitahutū and Kaiārahi (guide and skipper) will share the scenery of the area and the history of the city’s 170-year journey.
Highlights
- Learn about the history and tradition of the waka from your guide
- Experience the feeling of paddling a traditional waka on the Avon River
- Discover the history of Christchurch on a 1-hour guided waka paddling tour
- Enjoy the scenic views of the river and the city from the waka
- Learn about the history of the city and the river from your guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothes suitable for paddling
Bring water and sunscreen
Arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time for the official greeting
INCLUDED
- 1-hour guided waka paddling experience
- Official greeting with a mihi (Māori greeting)
- Overview of the visit
- Scenic views of the Ōtākaro Awa (Avon River)
- History of Christchurch's 170-year journey
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to and from the activity
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
