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Shore Excursion: Scenic Rafting from Napier

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Napier, New Zealand

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5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

We are unique in that we offer this beautiful trip into our back yard with history from guides with over 30 years experience on the river and stories from maori elders going back 33 generations (or so).

All trips get clients back onto the cruiseships well before departure.

What's Included

  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    We can either pick up from the port or from Napier city.Please note trips are bespoke. Times start once your ship is debarking from napier port..If pickup from Napier port please note we will be parked next to the city shuttle busses by your gangway. No person is allowed to walk past our shuttle onto the port.

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    Meeting point

    GWF8+R89 Napier
    Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    What To Expect

    This trip starts from either your ship or in Napier city, then bus one hour into the heart of the north island. Thie activity is a scenic raft trip down grade 2 rapids whilie listening to bird song. Also included is a narrative on the local history of the area going right back 80 million years, through to pre european times with local maori and into the near past and present. This activity is also great for families with children being able to swim down river and drinking the fresh water all in a safe environment. Grade 2 rapids are fun but small so if you dont wish to get to wet dont jump in. Photos of your trip are available either mailed to you or on our facebook page free of charge. A homemade light lunch is provided afterwards before heading back to your ship or to Napier to checkout Art deco buildings. Timewise we like everyone back on board your ship 2 hours before ship departure.

    All safety and rafting equipment is supplied, just bring Bathers if you wish, a towel and sunscreen.

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 120 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Shore Excursion: Scenic Rafting from Napier?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-69033P2

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    Average 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 159 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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    • Specialized infant seats are available
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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