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Waterfall Creek Canyoning

Oct-Apr

South Island

Abel Tasman Canyons

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NZ$499
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Canyoner abseiling beside a moss-covered waterfall in Waterfall Creek, Abel Tasman

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Start: Motueka or Takaka
Locations: Motueka, Takaka
Duration: 1 day
Travel Time: 12 hours
Difficulty: 4
Minimum Age: 16

Details

This is more than just canyoning. This is our big, truly remote canyoning experience. Everything about this trip is big! And so will be your smile at the end of this adventure. Make sure you have a big breakfast, as this epic canyoning mission in NZ will require lots of energy. We wade up a beautiful river and climb straight up the hill through stunning bush to reach the starting point at 400m above sea level. Along the way, we’ll introduce you to the area's rich history and the giant trees of the forest, some of which are centuries old. If big slides and big abseils in a remote setting are your kind of adventure, then Waterfall Creek is your trip. Be warned: this trip might be the most challenging thing you’ll do in New Zealand.

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View across the Awaroa tidal flats at low tide in Abel Tasman National Park
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Three smiling canyoners on golden sand beach in Abel Tasman with wetsuits and helmets
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Drone view of a cascading multi-tier waterfall in lush rainforest in Abel Tasman National Park
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Canyoner sliding down a tall natural waterfall slide at Waterfall Creek, Abel Tasman
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Canyoner raising arms while sliding through mossy canyon at Waterfall Creek
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Canyoner sliding through narrow rocky chute with rushing water at Waterfall Creek
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Canyoner in blue helmet splashing into water at the base of a narrow slide in Waterfall Creek
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Canyoner giving a thumbs-up while descending a waterfall in Waterfall Creek canyon
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Canyoner landing in pool at the bottom of waterfall slide in Waterfall Creek
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Guide watches canyoner giving a signal after swimming in plunge pool at Waterfall Creek
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Canyoner smiling while sitting above a natural water slide in Waterfall Creek
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Group of canyoners celebrating below a large waterfall in Waterfall Creek canyon
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Canyoner abseiling through a powerful waterfall in Waterfall Creek canyon
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Canyoner mid-abseil on massive mossy waterfall surrounded by steep canyon walls
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Guide reacting as canyoner splashes down in pool during Waterfall Creek descent
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Canyoner sliding feet-first down a steep natural waterfall in Waterfall Creek
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Canyoner smiling mid-descent while surrounded by whitewater spray in Waterfall Creek
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Canyoner partially hidden by strong water current during rope descent in Waterfall Creek
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Canyoner managing ropes on angled rock face while descending waterfall at Waterfall Creek

Key Details

  • Location: Abel Tasman National Park
  • Departure: 6am from Motueka, 7am from Takaka
  • Return: Around 6pm in Motueka
  • Free pick up: Motueka, Riwaka, Takaka, Pohara
  • Minimum number of people: 3

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INCLUSIONS

  • Professional guides
  • Gear
  • Photos and videos
  • Delicious lunch
  • Drinks
  • Heaps of snacks to keep you going

NEED TO BRING

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting wet
  • Lightweight clothes for the walk in

Season: 1 October – 30 April

AGE INFO

  • Adult: 16 years +

CANCELLATION & REFUND

Cancellation by You

  • Cancel 24+ hours before for a full refund.**
  • Cancel 12–24 hours before for a 50% fee.**
  • No refund for cancellations within 12 hours or no-shows.

Note: **Refunds exclude credit card, payment or booking fees if applicable, which are non-refundable.

*Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*

Departure Dates

Season: October to April

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