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Barekiwi - Riverbug

BareKiwi - Riverbug Adventure

Kiwi adventurer BareKiwi took the Road Less Travelled and discovered the heartland of the Whakatāne district.

“The idea of riding a Riverbug wasn’t new to me - I used to guide Riverbug trips on the Buller River in Murchison.

The Rangitāiki experience was different though; the canyon is spectacularly beautiful and the trip is perfect for any ability level.

It's basically just pure fun, like getting a tube and floating down a river. Having kids on the trip with us made it even more enjoyable. They absolutely loved it!”

"It's basically just pure fun!"

Do something new, New Zealand! The kiwi invented riverbug is the most fun and unique way to explore our taonga wai (water treasures).

We invited Kiwi adventurer BareKiwi to the Whakatāne district, asked him to bring his camera, introduced him some of the locals, and these are the epic results.  

"But the best part is not the location or the setting, it’s the people – the hospitality is amazing."

"It’s almost best described as something spiritual. It might sound silly but my favourite part was just sitting down over a cup of bush tea for a chat." 

"Slowing down lets you talk to the locals, take in the majesty of the place – it’s like nowhere else."