Karamea

The Karamea River runs through one of the largest, relatively intact natural areas left in New Zealand, Kahurangi National Park. The Karamea is a true wilderness adventure that lacks any road access and for most its length, even trails. The river is flanked by limestone cliffs, huge granite boulders and a lush mosaic of nakau palms, giant rata, a variety of beech trees. The Karamea is home to giant eels, great spotted kiwis, bue ducks and legions of sand flies.

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Travel & Events

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• Karamea River
• Kahurangi National Park
• New Zealand
• Packrafting

[willalaska]

Forrest, excellent video. My friend Brian (NZ) and I were in the Karamea earlier this month. We put in at Venus Hut and out at Grey's Hut. The water was low so we ended up walking most of the way to Crow Hut. It was fun but slow going through the lakes as the head winds were stiff. Lots of Class III. What a beautiful place! I am hoping to do the Mokihinui next year. This was my first trip to NZ. The people are amazing. Would be fun to talk to you about your trip.

[gqganey]

nice, lord of the rings... seems NZ has some outstanding packrafting opportunities