Date: October 10, 2024
Location: Fiordland National Park, Te Anau, Southland, New Zealand
Total Trip Distance: Paddling - 14.56 mi / 23.43 km | Walking - 12.28 mi / 19.76 km
Total Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft / 305 m
Trip Duration: 2 days
Team: Chris Churcher
Field Notes: There are multiple starting points along the Waiau. The river starts with some Class II sections and after Rainbow Reach it becomes Class I. There are apparently jet boats along the river but we saw none. It is also important to note that there are some strainers and submerged logs. Excellent camping can be had on Lake Manapouri while hut options exist as well - Shallow Bay Hut or Maturau Hut (Great Walk Hut). We paddled the Waiau at 540 cumecs.
Happy days..
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