New Zealand Water Sports
Being a group of narrow islands, with almost 10,000km of coastline, New Zealand offers unparalleled opportunities for ocean sports, while the many lakes and rivers provide another arena for recreation on and in the water.
Canoeing and Kayaking
Increasingly popular, canoeing and kayaking are practised both on rivers and lakes and in sheltered ocean waters. Several commercial operators offer tours, with all necessities provided. Acquiring the basic skills of paddling and safe exiting from a canoe, and wearing a life-jacket at all times, will make canoeing a safe and enjoyable sport. The most popular canoeing river is the Whanganui.…