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Send It on Grade 5: Two Days of Whitewater and Lodge Comfort at River Valley
A two-day accommodation-and-adventure package in Taihape that pairs a half‑day Grade 5 rafting run with organic meals and lodge amenities.
Send It on Grade 5: Two Days of Whitewater and Lodge Comfort at River Valley.
At River Valley near Taihape, the Send It package pairs intense, technical Grade 5 whitewater with a low‑key lodge stay—organic meals, fireside evenings and the option to soak under the stars—with the result that one weekend contains both heart‑pounding rapids and deliberate relaxation.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Half‑day Grade 5 Whitewater
The core of the package is a half‑day, Grade 5 whitewater rafting trip run by River Valley Ventures—an intense, technical river descent that delivers the package’s primary adrenaline payoff.
Relaxation Between Runs
Stay in an ensuite guest room, unwind by the lodge fire or soak in the hot tub—amenities that are central to the package’s ‘thrill & chill’ balance.
Organic, On‑site Meals
All meals are freshly cooked using free‑range, organic meat and produce grown in the property gardens, and are included as part of the package.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
The itinerary is deliberately split: lodge time and organic meals cushion a half‑day of Grade 5 rafting, so you move from careful fueling and warm fireside downtime into a concentrated burst of technically demanding river running.
THE ROUTE
Half‑day Grade 5 Whitewater
The core of the package is a half‑day, Grade 5 whitewater rafting trip run by River Valley Ventures—an intense, technical river descent that delivers the package’s primary adrenaline payoff.
THE LODGE
Relaxation Between Runs
Stay in an ensuite guest room, unwind by the lodge fire or soak in the hot tub—amenities that are central to the package’s ‘thrill & chill’ balance.
THE FOOD
Organic, On‑site Meals
All meals are freshly cooked using free‑range, organic meat and produce grown in the property gardens, and are included as part of the package.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this package suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Grade 5 rafting runs are scheduled to start at 10:00 during the stated season; specific day and time will be confirmed by the operator and trips are subject to minimum numbers and weather.
Package includes two nights in an ensuite guest room, a half‑day Grade 5 whitewater rafting trip, and all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner); deluxe packages include a 45‑minute spa or sauna session.
All meals are freshly cooked on site using free‑range, organic meat and organically grown produce from the property gardens and are provided as part of the package.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the package?
This is a two‑day accommodation and adventure package with an included half‑day rafting trip.
What age can participate in the rafting trip?
Participants must be at least 13 years old to join the Grade 5 rafting trip.
When does the Grade 5 rafting run?
Grade 5 rafting runs are scheduled to start at 10:00 during the stated season (1 June–30 Sept) and are subject to minimum numbers and weather.
Are meals included?
Yes — breakfast, lunch and dinner are included; meals are freshly cooked with free‑range, organic meat and produce from on‑site gardens.
Will someone confirm the activity time?
Yes — one of the River Valley team will be in touch to confirm the day and time of your activity.
Is the spa included?
A 45‑minute session in the spa or sauna is included only with the deluxe package.