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River Valley Lodge Multi-generational family-run adventure lodge in the wild Rangitikei canyon. Come for the adrenaline, stay for the whānau feel.
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Grade 5 whitewater rafting, e-biking, horse trekking & communal dining — plus hands-on Whiō conservation. to share your photos with us and have them featured

Did you know Tussock to Dune covers 200km over 4 days, starting at the main divide on the Taihape-Napier Road and finish...
14/10/2026

Did you know Tussock to Dune covers 200km over 4 days, starting at the main divide on the Taihape-Napier Road and finishing at the seaside community of Koitiata on the Tasman Sea? A genuine mountains-to-sea journey through the Rangitikei backcountry — with a comfortable bed and a good meal waiting at the end of each day.

Our multi-day e-bike adventures Tussock to Dune and Annie to Cape are back on for the new season — between them, over 40...
13/10/2026

Our multi-day e-bike adventures Tussock to Dune and Annie to Cape are back on for the new season — between them, over 400km of back country touring, big sheep stations, and some of the best gravel and quiet sealed roads in the North Island, all from the saddle of an e-bike. Both are fully supported and fully guided, with comfortable overnight stops along the way. Book now before spring dates fill up.

11/10/2026

The meals Miranda and her team create at River Valley Lodge often draw rave reviews. One of the secrets is the ingredients. Here, Melissa gives a short garden tour and briefly describes what is going on in our organic vegetable garden, where many of those special ingredients come from.

10/10/2026

A highlight of our Annie to Cape and Tussock to Dune multi-day guided cycle adventures are the quiet backcountry roads through beautiful rural scenery. Visit rivervalley.co.nz to see the options.

A 5-star review from a family gathering at the Lodge: "We gathered for a family wedding. It was a beautiful relaxed venu...
10/10/2026

A 5-star review from a family gathering at the Lodge: "We gathered for a family wedding. It was a beautiful relaxed venue... some chose a raft trip for adventure, horse rides were possible, the river's swimming hole was deep and refreshing. I was sorry to leave the mountain retreat and stayed an extra day." That's the kind of send-off we love to hear about.

Did you know our rafting and dory trips on the Rangitikei, Ngaruroro, and Whanganui rivers are AdventureMark certified? ...
08/10/2026

Did you know our rafting and dory trips on the Rangitikei, Ngaruroro, and Whanganui rivers are AdventureMark certified? That means we meet New Zealand's official WorkSafe safety standard for adventure activities — an independent check on top of everything our guides already do to keep you safe out there.

Looking for a multi-day river adventure without the full Grade 5 intensity? Mokai Canyon is our 4-day Grade 2 rafting tr...
06/10/2026

Looking for a multi-day river adventure without the full Grade 5 intensity? Mokai Canyon is our 4-day Grade 2 rafting trip — a relaxed, scenic journey downstream from the Lodge, with two nights camped by the river along the way. Beautiful scenery, good company, and a proper break from the everyday. Season opens 1 November — get in early.

A 5-star review that says it all: "So good I've rebooked for next yr — fabulous holiday with friends and horses. The foo...
04/10/2026

A 5-star review that says it all: "So good I've rebooked for next yr — fabulous holiday with friends and horses. The food was healthy and plentiful. Accommodation five star. Absolutely awesome." There's no better recommendation than a guest already planning their return.

Did you know our e-bikes make the back country accessible to riders of pretty much any fitness level? The electric assis...
01/10/2026

Did you know our e-bikes make the back country accessible to riders of pretty much any fitness level? The electric assist takes the sting out of the climbs, so you can focus on the views instead of your legs. Whether you're a regular cyclist or haven't ridden in years, Tussock to Dune and Annie to Cape are within reach.

Bookings for spring and summer are open at River Valley — scenic and Grade 5 rafting, multi-day rafting adventures, e-bi...
29/09/2026

Bookings for spring and summer are open at River Valley — scenic and Grade 5 rafting, multi-day rafting adventures, e-bike touring through the back country, and horse treks with River Valley Stables. Whatever kind of adventure you're after, now's the time to lock in your dates before the season fills up. Get in touch and let's plan your trip.

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266 Mangahoata Road
Taihape
4792

Telephone

+6463881444

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