New Zealand's Premier Heli-Rafting Experience

Experience the ultimate combination of helicopter flight and world-class whitewater rafting on the pristine Karamea River. This exclusive adventure takes you deep into the untouched wilderness of Kahurangi National Park, where few have ever set foot.

Your journey begins with a spectacular helicopter flight over the river valley before landing riverside for an safety briefing before starting your  descent down the mighty Karmea River. 

Remote Wilderness Adventure

The Karamea River flows through one of New Zealand's most pristine wilderness areas, accessible only by helicopter. This remote location ensures an exclusive experience far from crowds, surrounded by ancient native forests, towering cliffs, and crystal-clear pools.

With technical Grade 4-5 rapids and the thrill of helicopter access, this expedition represents the pinnacle of New Zealand adventure tourism.

Adventure Timeline

  • Meeting point: Karamea township or transported from Murchison
  • Morning: Dressed in rafting gear, helicopter from finish point to starting point 
  • Mid-Morning: Safety briefing and paddle training
  • Full Day: Navigate Grade 4-5 rapids through pristine wilderness
  • Afternoon: Lunch and continue rafting
  • Late Afternoon: Final rapids 

What to Expect

  • Spectacular helicopter flight over untouched wilderness
  • Technical Grade 4-5 whitewater requiring teamwork and skill
  • Remote scenery and pristine native forest
  • Expert guides 
  • Small group sizes for personalised experience

Included in Your Adventure

  • Helicopter up the river
  • All specialized rafting and safety equipment
  • Expert wilderness guides and safety kayaker
  • Riverside lunch

Essential Information: This expedition requires good physical fitness. Weather-dependent operation with seasonal availability October through April.

Ready for the ultimate heli-rafting adventure? Contact us to check availability and secure your place on this exclusive wilderness expedition.

Helicopter Access

Helicopter transport into pristine wilderness areas accessible no other way

Grade 4-5 Rapids

Technical whitewater 

Pristine Wilderness

Untouched Kahurangi National Park 

Riverside lunch

Lunch supplied, carried on the rafts with us.