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We had a brilliant trip on the Rangitikei River with this amazingly organised and friendly company. Kirsty and Phil looked after us so well- from their (well Kirsty's) first response to our enquiry to waving us off at the end of a magnificent and well supported two day trip. The tuition and...

Kate Brennan, New Zealand

peaceful, primal, professional, Challenging, adrenalin - I experienced all of these on a three day trip down the Whanganui river with a group of 18 people and two amazing guides - Simon and Aiden. These guys worked tirelessly to ensure we were kept safe and well fed and were happy to share their...

Michele Laurie

This was the best family trip ever! Three course meals, a wealth of knowledge from our awesome guides, and no devices, were just three reasons we would highly recommend this adventure. Phil and Simon were amazing guides and worked from the moment we were collected for our trip to the moment we...

Richard Beechey

A friend and I, both in our 70s, did the 3 day 2 night Whanganui River canoe trip run by Canoe Safaris in March 2025, staying at their Lodge the previous 2 nights. It was exceptionally well organized and great fun. Never once did we feel in any danger. The 2 guides were excellent, teaching us...

Jonathan Wake, New Zealand

Had the most enjoyable trip in my life. Took the 4 day canoe safari down the Wanganui river. We thoroughly enjoyed it, couldn't have asked for better guides, Erin and Jordan. Their knowledge and expertise was invaluable. The scenery was out of this world, at times we felt as though no one...

Sharon Gamble

What an outstanding experience! I stayed at the very comfortable Canoe Safaris lodge the night before and after, which just made the trip so much easier. Our guide, Sam, was great fun, extremely organised, oh - and a fantastic cook! From start to finish everything was safe, well organised...

Veronica Moore, New Zealand

SIMPLY SENSATIONAL. Just completed the 3 day trip. Our guides Wilson and Gregor were fantastic. Cool, clear, calm (even when I tipped the wife out of our canoe). Always felt safe, always felt informed. The food was sensational. From the time we were greeted to the time we departed, I was very...

Warren J, Christchurch, NZ

We did a family 4 day guided canoe trip, it was absolutely amazing. Very professional, our guides Morgan and Aiden were very knowledgeable and friendly. The food was way above expectation and the memories we have made will be with us forever. Highly recommend.

Leeann Morgan

Did the 3-day guided canoe trip down the Whanganui river with Phil and Simon as our guides. Even though all of us were first-time canoeists and a few of us were non-swimmers, they looked after us very well and were amazing at teaching us the skills we needed to keep ourselves safe. The...

Mark Loh

This was out and out one of the best experiences I've ever had. The trip exceeded my expectations in every department. The hospitality was second to none and the care taken for all of us was outstanding. Safety was never forgotten and was balanced with a load of fun and great humour...

Simon Christie