Paddling Colombia; ancient rivers over granite
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Class 5; Geology for Kayakers. Kawarau River, New Zealand
Kawarau River – Rocks that have gone full circle
Kawarau River; kayaking and rafting mecca, water crystal-clear, torrents and gnarly rock faces. The river, incised into schist, Otago Schist, is a drawcard for whitewater junkies looking for challenging rapids (classes 2 to 5+). It has a bit of everything, apart from the whitewater – stunning, rugged hill country, easy access and proximity to Queenstown. Competitions, especially the Citroën attract local and international competitor. And for an added bonus, the region is also home to some of the world’s best Pinot Noir. Continue reading
Class 5; Geology for Kayakers, Kaituna River
Kaituna River, New Zealand
Kaituna River is a glorious water-course that has a bit of everything for kayakers and rafters, from beginner Class 1 and 2 rapids to serious class 5 waterfalls. It is probably one of the more popular kayaking and rafting rivers in North Island, New Zealand, in part because it is so easy to get to, and close to the Rotorua centre of tourism.
The Kaituna is an outflow of Lake Rotoiti, its headwaters next to the Highway at Okere Falls (just down the Road from Okere Falls Café); it exits at the coast in Bay of Plenty.