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Pipiriki
Pipiriki, Manawatū-Whanganui
Small river village at the top of the Whanganui River Road, the base for jet boats and canoeing.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- Best to book
Pipiriki is where the Whanganui River Road ends and the river adventures begin. Jet boat and canoe operators run trips to Bridge to Nowhere from here. Food and facilities are limited, so bring supplies.
Good to know
- Services are minimal, bring food and fuel
- Book jet boat trips ahead
- Open
- Summer busiest
- Getting there
- Winding, part-gravel river road, not for caravans
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.
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