We promote kayak racing and training for all levels of skill and age. Whether you're someone who sees themselves on the podium at the Olympic Games, a multisport racer who wants to get greater efficiency from every stroke, or someone who just loves to kayak, we can help you reach your goals. Wellington, New Zealand

Home of Abel Tasman Sea Kayaking. Marahau Sea Kayaks is proud to be a certified zero carbon business. The Abel Tasman National Park’s crystal clear waters and golden-sand beaches are set against a backdrop of lush native rainforest. All of these elements combine to make the Abel Tasman New Zealand’s premiere location for sea kayaking. Marahau Sea Kayaks has a full range of half-day, full-day and multi-day trip options. Whether you choose to join a guided or unguided trip, we've got the best combinations of kayaking, walking, water taxi transfers and accommodation options to suit you. Marahau, New Zealand

Feeling adventurous? Our bespoke Stand Up Paddling adventures are like no other. Join us for one of our culture-committed, fun-felt and eco-energised day trips and multi-day events. Mauao Adventures specialise in stand up paddle boarding, waka ama experiences, and walking tours of Mauao. We're all about facilitating and nurturing your journey and connection with the moana by providing a safe, interactive and educational platform using ocean activities. Our love of moana (ocean), whenua (land) and tangata (people) is at the core of all we do: showing itself in the cultural and environmental awareness we champion. Mt Maunganui, New Zealand

Experience some of New Zealand’s best rafting on the fantastic Mohaka River in Hawke's Bay. The Mohaka River offers rafting enthusiasts of all skill levels a great day out on the water, with Grade 2, 3 and 5 rapids providing gentle cruises through to heart-pumping thrill rides. You'll get the best rafting experience amongst some of New Zealand's most stunning scenery. Join us for half day, full day or multi day trips. We look forward to sharing this amazing river with you. Napier, New Zealand

Welcoming Sea-Kayakers, White-Water Kayakers and Canoe-Polo enthusiasts to an active calendar of on-the-water fun and adventures with like-minded folk. Nelson has some of the best kayaking locations in the country plus the sort of weather conditions that allow us to enjoy this satisfying and adventurous activity year round. Nelson Canoe Club is involved in a range of kayaking disciplines – sea, white water and canoe polo. The club organises trips and events for members, graded to for paddlers’ abilities, allowing for members to come together to experience fun, social kayaking in some great scenic locations. If you are new to kayaking or have very little experience the club organises some training events throughout the year to get you started and help you progress your paddling skills. Nelson, New Zealand

New Zealand Canoe Polo Association is the governing body in New Zealand for the awesome sport of canoe (kayak) polo. Our mission is to promote and encourage all aspects of Canoe Polo in New Zealand for the future of the sport and its participants. Key activities undertaken by New Zealand Canoe Polo include: delivery of national inter-club competitions; development of young players; national school competitions; selection of national representative teams; refereeing development; high performance development and coaching development. Palmerston North, New Zealand

Home of the St Ayles Skiff in NZ. New Zealand's history is full of coastal rowing journeys and races, many journeys were made out of necessity as basic well founded open rowing boats provided the backbone of transport around the countries many coastal ports, harbours and rivers, transporting all manner of goods, fishing and of course whaling. This lead on to racing and many open rowing boat races are listed in our history including in our Anniversary regattas throughout the country. The NZCR has been formed to promote and encourage the revival of coastal rowing in strong well founded open rowing boats not only for national races between teams fighting it out for victory but also journeys, adventures and exploration of our countries amazing waterways.

The NZDBA is the national body for the sport of Dragon Boating in NZ, known as the "peak sporting body". The NZDBA represents all Dragon Boat Paddlers in New Zealand and is affiliated to the Oceania Dragon Boat Federation and is a full member of the International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF), which is the controlling body for the sport on a worldwide basis. Our Vision: To encourage excellence in Dragon Boating as a fit for life sport. For anyone and everyone. More paddlers, better. Mount Maunganui South, New Zealand

Located on the shore of beautiful Lake Pupuke on Auckland's North Shore, the North Shore Canoe Club offers access to one of New Zealand's iconic lakes as a premier training and recreational paddling waterway. The North Shore Canoe Club has a long history of being home to some of New Zealand's greatest paddlers across the sprint, marathon and multisport disciplines. The Club is home to the majority of Canoe Racing New Zealand's High Performance Squad and New Zealand Team, as well as a few of the National coaches. We welcome all levels of abilities to the Club from complete novice to elite, from those who have never touched a kayak to those that live in their kayaks! Lake Pupuke, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

At Northland Kayaks, we have created a whole new site dedicated to this unique and beautiful part of New Zealand. It's our playground, and we have everything you need to get out there and discover. Whatever you’re in to, we've got the best brands at the best prices all wrapped up with the best local knowledge and experience. Because like you, we love Northland and want you to have fun and keep safe. Your adventure starts right here. Whangarei, New Zealand

Association of Professional River Guides. The NZRA has been instrumental in the development of the professional river industry and the key ingredient enabling industry a voice with regulatory services. NZRA has developed a world-leading qualification for the white water rafting industry in New Zealand. NZRA has developed industry standards which are adopted by the New Zealand government through Maritime NZ and more recently the transition to the Adventure Activity Regulation. As a result of this New Zealand can now boast the very highest in world industry standards. Peel Forest, South Island, New Zealand

The Otago Canoe and Kayak Club (OCKC) is a community of people based in Dunedin who love all forms of kayaking/canoeing - sea kayaking, white water kayaking, racing, multisport, slalom, canoe polo, and more. We provide a forum for likeminded people to meet each other, and organise events and activities in all of the above disciplines. We are also involved in conservation efforts including the protection of NZ's wild rivers. Dunedin, New Zealand

Owhango Adventures is located in the centre of the Ruapehu Region, based in a small town called Owhango. Being based on the State Highway 4 in Owhango provides us with the perfect location to take a Whanganui River canoe trip. We provide Whanganui River Canoe Hire for either guided or self-guided trips. Owhango Adventures provide Canadian Canoe hire which are larger canoes built to deal with the type of trips we run on the Whanganui River. We offer Camping Canoe Trips where we can help you book camp-sites along the river for your Whanganui River canoe adventure. Owhango, Ruapehu, New Zealand

Northland's Pacific coastline offers you exceptional sea kayaking, snorkeling and fishing, in the clear subtropical waters of New Zealand's warmest region. Pacific Coast kayaks runs local half-day tours and full day tours usually within 30 minutes of Whangarei. We take you to secluded coves, white sand beaches, spectacular coastal formations, and volcanic landscapes. For multi day tours we head to more isolated and more rugged coast where you can camp out and explore wilderness not often seen in the rest of the world. Whangarei - Tutukaka - Northland - New Zealand

Raft Fish NZ offers Guided Trout Fishing, hunting and rafting adventures. Catering for single and group bookings based on the Mohaka river. Owner, Deon Warren, has lived in the area and worked as a rafting guide, on his own account and in association with Mountain Valley Lodge, since 1990. He has drifted the river hundreds of times, with many different anglers, and his knowledge of the fishery is unsurpassed. The Mohaka River and its tributaries form one of the finest wilderness river systems in New Zealand. Napier, New Zealand

The Okere River (Kaituna) boasts the Highest Commercially Rafted Waterfall (7m) in the World. In fact, there are 3 waterfalls among the 14 rapids; two smaller waterfalls to practise on before attacking the 7-meter drop named Tutea Falls. If you are looking for a full day adventure on the water, with loads of variety, then the Rangitaiki is the river for you. You will experience 14km of thrilling rapids, time to enjoy the spectacular scenery, fun and laughter, followed by more thrilling rapids. Choose which river suits your ideal adventure. All the trips offer outstanding New Zealand scenery with a varying amounts of challenging water water thrown in. Rotorua, New Zealand

New Zealand's Most Awarded Rafting Business. We love to white water raft, we only use the best gear and our white water rafting guides are kiwi professionals. Located at the southern end of Lake Taupo in the Alpine Village of Turangi you get to experience a unique part of Aotearoa just by visiting us. Turangi, New Zealand

Rafting in New Zealand in its whitewater capital Murchison, we have access to rivers that cover all the grades. From gentle family rafting tours to the extremes of West coast heli rafting and everything in between. Even if you are just driving through for a half day rafting tour to the more full-on multi day rafting experiences, we have it all in our local backyard. Ultimate Descents New Zealand offers a great range of river trips, catering for all levels of adventure. So if you are a BIG water thrill-seeker, looking for the unique experience of a heli-rafting expedition or would rather take the family on a scenic float trip, we have something for everyone. So come on and enjoy a ride you'll never forget. Murchison, New Zealand

River Rats rafting and kayaking adventures take you deep into the heart of 100% Pure New Zealand. Pack your sense of adventure and join us on the river for rafting experiences across grades two to five, including almighty waterfall drops, rushing rapids, and calm pools of recovery. Whatever your age or adventure stage our experiences are right for you. Safety comes first at River Rats. All our raft guides are qualified experts and operate safe and professional rafting and kayaking expeditions. Initial training is given prior to all expeditions along with warm gear appropriate to the conditions and safety gear to ensure that you get thrills without the chills. Get white knuckle thrills on the grade 5 Kaituna Waterfall or Wairoa experiences or slow down the pace and bring the whole family (ages 5 and up for children) on our Rangitaiki grade two scenic expedition. River Rats also offers lake kayaking and river sledging activities for more fun on, and in, our rivers and lakes. Guided kayak trips take you to the Manupirua Springs Hot Pools or take your own tour with freedom kayak hire. Rotorua, New Zealand

River Valley is White Water Rafting, Hill Country Horse Trekking and New Zealand's Original Adventure Lodge. River Valley has been guiding people in rafts on the Rangitikei River since 1982. The adrenaline charged fun day out, skim across the top. Our activities that fall in to this include amongst others, our Grade 5 White Water rafting trip, our Two hour horsetrek, and Scenic Fun Day rafting trips. River Valley is based beside the Rangitikei River on the central North Island of New Zealand.

Want to REALLY get amongst it!? We're sure you'll agree with us and the Lonely Planet that sea kayaking is by far the best way to truly discover Milford Sound, Fiordland, New Zealand. Regardless of whether you’re a first time paddler or an experienced kayaker, come join one of our various guided expeditions at Rosco’s Milford Kayaks and get set to experience the eco-adventure of a lifetime! Milford Sound, Fiordland, New Zealand

Rotorua Rafting offers the most spectacular white water rafting in Rotorua, North Island, New Zealand. Rotorua Rafting is home to the largest commercially rafted waterfall in the world - Tutea Falls. With New Zealand Native scenery and Maori History lining the gorge of the beautiful Kaituna River, let Rotorua Rafting show you their backyard. Warm water, outstanding scenery, heart pumping rapids and world class guides - white water rafting in New Zealand doesn't get any better than this. Make sure you make Rotorua Rafting your first stop activity in Rotorua, New Zealand

Rotorua Rafting offers the widest variety of rivers differing in grades and scenery including the infamous Kaituna River which boasts the highest commercially rafted waterfall in the world! Experience rafting where the international rafting community choose to train and soak in stunning New Zealand scenery including waterfalls, rock and tree lined gorges and native forests. Guests from all over the world have taken up the challenge of rafting Rotorua rivers with River Rats and Raftabout. We challenge you to do the same and experience the attitude and lifestyle that is whitewater rafting. Rotorua, New Zealand

The New Zealand Rowing Association (NZRA), trading as Rowing New Zealand (RNZ), is the governing body of rowing in New Zealand. Rowing in New Zealand has been a competitive sport since the 1850's and the organisation became a registered incorporated society in 1983. RNZ focuses on school, university, club and para rowing in New Zealand. While the High Performance arm of the organisation looks after all the international teams representing New Zealand, from juniors through to the successful elite team. The primary objective of RNZ is to foster and promote the sport of rowing in New Zealand in all its forms and classifications. Cambridge, New Zealand

Kayaking rivers and coastlines in New Zealand's lower and central North Island. The Ruahine White Water Club is a group of friendly, enthusiastic people from all walks of life (including both born-and-bred Kiwis and more recent arrivals to New Zealand) who explore rivers and sections of coastline. Trips range from afternoon jaunts down the lower Rangitikei river to week-long expeditions in the Marlborough Sounds or down the Whanganui River. Members kayak as far north as the Wairoa River in the Kaimai Range, and as far south as Fiordland. Participants range from those just starting out who enjoy the scenery of the lower Rangitikei to the highly experienced paddlers who tackle its upper reaches. Aside from kayaking trips, the club does on occasion organise slaloms, canoe polo games and club races. These are more about having fun and getting together than about hard nosed-competition and are enjoyed by all levels of paddlers. Palmerston North, New Zealand

The home of South Island Rowing. South Island Rowing Inc. operates the eventing facilities including the Meridian Rowing Centre on the shores of Lake Ruataniwha in the South Island of New Zealand. We are a voluntary organisation that operates and maintains an international rowing course. The on shore facilities support this and also provides accommodation and catering for training camps as well as Corporate and private functions. Twizel, New Zealand

Sam Sutton | Extreme Kayaking Triple World Champion. Rotorua Rafting has proudly been created and operated by Kaituna born and bred Extreme Kayaking World Champion Sam Sutton. It is my goal to bring the fun back to Rafting, so with the perfect river located in our backyard and the best raft guides money can possibly buy we are here to share our dream with you. Our goal is not to be the biggest raft company nor is it to make the most money, our goal is to love life, live life and have the best damn time doing it. Rotorua, New Zealand

The Takapuna Beach Cup is New Zealand's Premier 3-Day Outrigger & Paddle Festival. The Event is run from one of Auckland's best beaches, Takapuna Beach. Racing takes place on the Hauraki Gulf which offers paddlers clean waters, stunning views and a chance to paddle around one of New Zealand's iconic extinct volcanoes, Rangitoto. We offer paddlers 3 full days of paddling and with 7 different races to choose from, it's guaranteed to be a fantastic paddling experience!

Takapuna Boating Club is located on the beautiful Takapuna Beach foreshore, just 10 minutes drive from Auckland's CBD. The club enjoys stunning sea views and world-class facilities and offers its members many excuses to visit regularly thanks to its full sailing and social calendar. Located on Takapuna Beach the club is host to number of water based sports activities that include Sailing, Ski Paddling, Stand-up Paddling Boarding, Outrigger Canoeing and Ocean Swimming/Triathlon - with members ranging in skill levels from beginners to Olympic champions. Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

AS WHANGANUI RIVER CANOE & JET BOAT OPERATORS we provide canoe, kayak and bike hire, and exhilarating jet boat tours. Take a trip through the many exciting rapids and lush native bush with some of the best scenic landscaping in the world, all found right here on the incredible Whanganui River. Taumarunui, New Zealand

We are a small club involved in the sport of Waka Ama or Outrigger Canoe, we are located at Sulpur Pt, Tauranga. Teams actively train several times a week year round, and we run a beginners/development program over summer. We also arrange the occasional day trips for our club members. We have been to Omokoroa and the Wairoa river. We also have trips planned to Maketu along the Mount beach, and possibly Bowentown. Tauranga, New Zealand

Southern Lake Taupo's most experienced rafting company. All our guides are fully trained rafting professionals, our equipment is top quality and the company is 100% compliant with Maritime New Zealand requirements. Turangi, New Zealand

The UCCC has a long history at the University of Canterbury and is known for its high activity rate. Our goal is to nurture and develop any interest in Canoeing, River Kayaking, Sea Kayaking, Multi-Sport Kayaking, Canoe Polo and any other forms of Canoeing and Kayaking. We offer beginners courses, intermediate courses, water specific safety training and most importantly a way to get in contact with other like-minded and skilled people. Christchurch, New Zealand

Vector Wero Whitewater Park is a world class tourism destination that engages our communities and youth. It is New Zealand's first facility to offer an artificial river and water course for recreation, sports, and emergency services training, school programmes and youth development. We are open to the public and all of our rafting, kayaking, and flatwater activities are available for booking! Tamariki River is a recreational course perfect for beginners, kids and families. Tamariki River is a Grade 1-2 white water course that will surely delight everyone. You will enjoy paddling down this gentle 200m long river and maneouvering its mild rapids. River Rush is an advanced course for those who are ready for the next level. This adrenaline-pumping Grade 3-4 course is not for the faint-hearted. It is 300m long and has the equivalent of an Olympic swimming pool being pumped down it every 95 seconds. Wiri, Auckland, New Zealand

VUCC is a kayak & canoe club based at Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand, but is open to everyone, students and non-students alike. The club was founded in 1980, and has been introducing people of all ages to kayaking for nearly 40 years. We are primarily a whitewater kayaking club, with the Hutt Gorge our local run, and Lyall Bay our local surf spot. If you feel like giving whitewater kayaking a go, come down to our weekly pool sessions during the university year. Wellington, New Zealand

Based in West Auckland, our kayak and multisport club offers a relaxed and friendly environment for kayakers and multisporters of all abilities. Whether you are a serious multisport athlete or social paddler, the Waitemata Canoe and Multisport Club will help you progress with your sporting endeavours. Edmonton, Auckland, New Zealand

Nga Kaihoe O Aotearoa (Waka Ama New Zealand)is the national governing body for Waka Ama in New Zealand.

Shop Kayaks, Paddleboards, Windsurfing, Snow Gear. Dunedin, New Zealand's experts in windsurfing, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. Founded in 1989 our aim has always been to encourage people to participate in water-sports on the many excellent waterways that surround us.Today our main focus is on windsurfing, kayaking, stand up paddle-boarding and surfing together with all the accessories that might be required. We run windsurfing courses for people interested in learning how to windsurf from a beginner level. Dunedin, New Zealand

Looking for an entertaining adventure day, knowing you will be safe? Then you've come to the right place! Wellington Rafting is perfect for family fun days, work events, Christmas parties, stag/hen do's, birthdays and more! We offer package deals too, so get in touch and see what we can do for you.​ We can provide action-packed fun for the younger spirited or a relaxing scenic river trip for the less adrenaline hungry. Wellington Rafting is a commercial river operation, running on local Wellington and Wairarapa rivers in either 8-person rafts or 2-person inflatable kayak/duckies (depending on river flows). Wellington, New Zealand

We Organise activities and events for paddlers around the Greater Wellington Region and support events and sports in New Zealand and around the World. Wellington, New Zealand

Our mission is to protect and restore Aotearoa's whitewater rivers and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely. Whitewater enthusiasts’ passion represents a shared voice for river conservation in Aotearoa. The concept of kaitiakitanga is strongly embraced and celebrated by our community and manifests in many ways. We have worked tirelessly for years to finally secure protection for the Mokihinui River, with the assistance of Ngai Tahu, Ngati Waewae, DOC, Forest and Bird and other environmental and recreational organisations. Waikuku Beach, New Zealand

New Zealand's Premium Rafting Expeditions. Eco Rafting has been operating for over 15 years. During the time I have owned Eco Rafting we have focused on the more challenging and remote rafting trips and have developed rafting trips on previously un-run wilderness rivers. I am an assessor for the International Rafting Federation and the New Zealand Rafting Association for Professional River Guides. I am a Swift Water Rescue Instructor and Certified Whitewater Kayak Instructor. We are proud to offer rafting trips in the real wilderness of NZ. No roads, no people – just pure nature. Franz Josef, New Zealand

Picture yourself in a sea kayak cruising amongst Otago's coastal wildlife and paddling around the beautiful Otago Peninsula. No sea kayaking experience is needed; you'll be given a full safety briefing prior to departure. Double sea kayaks provide a safe and stable tour. There are some amazing photographic opportunities, you might see the unexpected. Wild Earth Adventures offer fun, safe and positive experiences that inspire young people to spend time in the outdoors, meet educational objectives and, of course, are of the highest safety standard. Activities include, rafting, ABL, sea kayaking, archery, the RiverSafe programme, team building, bushcraft and more. Simply contact us for an individualised quote for your EOTC programme. Otago, New Zealand

Come and join us and find out what you've been missing. Our Club Centres run exciting adventures across New Zealand with trips on a range of rivers, lakes, estuaries and seas. The trips we do are amazing, the people are friendly and you will have memories of a life time with Yakity Yak Kayak Club. Our club is unique and offers you a network of trips across the country. All you have to do is find enough time to fit them all in. Discover another world in our own backyard and probably discover another side to yourself along the way. Club Centres throughout New Zealand