• Christchurch: Waka Paddling on the Avon River (45 min)
  • Christchurch: Waka Paddling on the Avon River (45 min)
  • Christchurch: Waka Paddling on the Avon River (45 min)
  • Christchurch: Waka Paddling on the Avon River (45 min)

Christchurch: Waka Paddling on the Avon River (45 min)

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Land: New Zealand

Varaktighet: 45 min.


Beskrivning

Experience a traditional Māori welcome and paddle a waka on the Ōtākaro, Avon River with local Ngāi Tūāhuriri guides. Learn about the river's history and the importance of guardianship.
Begin with an official mihi whakatau, a traditional Māori welcome rarely experienced by visitors to Christchurch. Hosted by local Māori guides, you will be welcomed onto the peaceful waters of the Ōtākaro Avon River.

Step aboard a traditional waka and paddle the calm, spring-fed river as you take on the role of kaitiaki — guardian of the awa. As your paddle moves through the clear water, hear the stories of this historic mahinga kai, once an important food gathering place for Māori.

Along the leafy riverbanks, learn how the principle of kaitiakitanga, guardianship of the environment, guides the ongoing restoration of the river today.

In just 45 minutes, connect with the history, culture, and living landscape of this special place.

Höjdpunkter

  • Receive a traditional Māori welcome and learn about the local culture
  • Paddle a Māori waka on the Ōtākaro, Avon River with local Ngāi Tūāhuriri guides
  • Learn about the history of the Avon River and its importance to the Māori people

Guider språk

VIKTIG INFORMATION
The experience reflects kaitiakitanga, the principle of guardianship.
Your journey supports the ongoing restoration of the Ōtākaro awa (river).
Waka on Avon office
INKLUDERAT
  • Official mihi whakatau (traditional Māori welcome)
  • Paddle a waka on the Ōtākaro, Avon River
  • Local Ngāi Tūāhuriri guides
  • History of the Avon River
  • Authentic Māori cultural experience
EJ INKLUDERAT
  • Food or drinks

När ska jag boka?

För att garantera tillgänglighet, boka så snart som möjligt. Tidig bokning är värt att överväga, särskilt om du planerar resan under högsäsong som allmänna helgdagar eller helger.


Avbokningar

Denna utflykt kan du avboka utan kostnad upp till 24 timmar före resans start. Om du avbokar efter 24 timmar eller inte dyker upp på utflykten kommer du fortfarande att debiteras hela priset för aktiviteten. Att vara sen vid upphämtning eller avresa kommer att betraktas som att inte dyka upp.