River Trips

 

Coast to Coast Guided River Trips $389 NZD

 

Kathmandu Coast to Coast 2020 Dates Out Now! 

 

  • Paddle on the Coast to Coast Course
  • Small group size
  • Qualified Experienced Instructors
  • Transport to and from Christchurch
  • Hire boats and gear available
  • Registered and approved Adventure Activity Operator
  • Coast to Coast Approved 

 

Email us for an information pack e: info@topsport.co.nz

 

Topsport Kayaking runs guided trips through the Waimakariri Gorge from November through to February each year. The aim of our guided trip is to introduce you to the Coast to Coast section of the Waimakariri River and help you identify safe effective lines on race day. This paddle is not a time trial; it is a guided educational trip. Our professional team will help you gain the confidence and skills you need to race in the Coast to Coast successfully. Our instructors are qualified and highly experienced. We have been working on this section of river teaching and training athletes for more than 26 years. 

 

Trip Requirements

 

You are required to be fit enough to handle 5 to 6 hours of paddling in your kayak. Please ensure you are spending adequate time in your boat training so that you can get the most out of your day on the river. It is a requirement for the trip that you have completed your Grade Two Certificate and are paddling a boat to match your ability.

 

Weather and River Conditions

 

Weather and river conditions in the days leading up to and including the day of your trip are very influential. We have strict safety procedures and guidelines regarding weather forecasts and river levels. If the conditions on the day of your scheduled trip are outside these parameters we will be postponing the trip. We use the latest available information from a combination of weather and river data websites along with our experience to make their decision.


Cost: $389 NZD 

 

If you are travelling from out of town we have kayaks available to hire for $89 for the day. 

 

November 
Saturday 2nd 
Wednesday 13th 
Sunday 17th 
Saturday 23rd 
Wednesday 27th 
Saturday 30th 
December
Tuesday 3rd 
Saturday 7th 
Sunday 8th 
Tuesday 10th 
Wednesday 11th 
Wednesday 18th 
Saturday 21st 
January 
Saturday 4th 
Wednesday 8th 
Wednesday 15th 
Sunday 19th 
Tuesday 21st 
Thursday 23rd 
Saturday 25th 
Sunday 26th 
Wednesday 29th 
February 
Saturday 1st 
Sunday 2nd 
Monday - Reserved for International's 
Tuesday - Reserved for International's 

 

Contact us today to confirm your spot!

 

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  • We may have other dates available on request so please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
  • We offer a discounted price for athletes doing more than one trip.
  • Topsport Kayaking Specialist Limited is a registered Adventure Activity Operator as required by law.