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Photo: DOC Photo: DOC Photo: Sabine Bernert Photo: DOC Photo: David Kelly Photo: DOC peninsula, past the Tarepokiore (whirlpool) A Paddling guide rapids, and then the large overhang Side trip – Bridge to Nowhere known as Tamatea’s Cave. Please do not Track history The 145 km river journey from 40 min one way enter the cave as it is wāhi tapu (a sacred Taumarunui to Pipiriki usually At Mangapurua Landing, where the old Māori cultivated the sheltered terraces, and place). Otaihanga Reach leads you to your riverboats used to tie up, hop out of your built elaborate eel weirs along river channels takes 5 days to complete by overnight stop at John Coull Hut canoe and take a walk to the Bridge to to trap eels and lamprey on their migration canoe. A shorter 3-day journey and Campsite. Nowhere. It’s a poignant reminder of the up river. Every river bend had a kaitiaki from Whakahoro to Pipiriki is Mangapurua Valley farm settlement, John Coull Hut to Tīeke Kāinga (guardian) which controlled the mauri (life also possible. 1 day, 29 km carved out of the bush and then forced off between the two World Wars. Look out force) of that place. The mana (prestige) of On this section, follow the river as it The times are approximate and will vary for cyclists as the track is also part of the a settlement depended upon the way food meanders through bush-covered hills, according to your fitness, direction of travel Mountains to Sea Cycle Trail. Please keep supplies and living areas were looked after and the weather. passing the mouths of the Tangarakau and the downstream end of the Mangapurua for the benefit of the hapū (tribe) and visitors. Whangamomona Rivers where they join the Landing clear except when getting in or Taumarunui to Whakahoro . Mangawaiiti Campsite, out of canoes. Te Ātihaunui, a Pāpārangi people, settled 2 days, 57 km perched high above the river, is an attractive the valley from early times. Eventually Access points are at Ngahuinga spot to camp or stop for lunch. the river became linked by a series of hapū (Cherry Grove) in Taumarunui or further You’ll pass Mangapurua Landing, gateway downstream at Ohinepane (accessed from which were called ‘the plaited braids of to Mangapurua Valley and the Bridge to Hinengakau’. River Road SH43). Nowhere. Continue your trip downstream Travelling the upper reaches of Whanganui to Tīeke Kāinga, one of many old pā on the Europeans missionaries arrived in the 1840s. River you’ll pass through a mix of Whanganui River. In 1891 a regular riverboat service began farmland and native bush. You’ll be in for carrying passengers, mail and freight to Tīeke Kāinga to Pipiriki excitement as you shoot down rapids on other European settlers on the river between this section of the river. Camp beside the 1 day, 21.5 km Whanganui and Taumarunui. river at Ohinepane, Poukaria or Maharanui You’ll pass by the scenic gorge of the campsites. From here, you get the feeling , as it enters the of venturing into the heart of a rich and Whanganui River after its journey from Photo: Herb Christophers rugged landscape. the slopes of . Ngaporo and Autapu rapids can provide plenty of Whakahoro to John Coull Hut excitement and perhaps a cool dip on a 1 day, 37.5 km hot day. More exotic trees and farmland Heat exhaustion The scenic middle reaches of the river indicate you are getting close to Pipiriki. Whanganui River Journey safety Photo: Herb Christophers feature numerous waterfalls especially after Shoot the Paparoa rapids and you will This can be serious and is usually caused by physical activity in a hot environment and not drinking enough water. heavy rain. After Mangapapa Campsite, see the boat ramp below Pipiriki Village STAYING SAFE ON THE WHANGANUI JOURNEY take a long loop around the Kirikiriroa up ahead. On the river – always give way to jet boats. Prevention: carry and drink water regularly. hut campsite hhRemember: craft travelling up river give way to craft travelling down Watch for symptoms: headaches, thirst, weakness, dizziness, nausea river. or vomiting. Maharanui John Coull Tīeke Kāinga Ōhinepane Poukaria 12 campsites Whakahoro Mangapapa Ōhauora 24 bunks Mangawaiiti Mangapurua 20 bunks Ngāporo Treatment: move to a cool shaded area to rest, remove excess 36 campsites 12 campsites 36 campsites 17 campsites 20 campsites 26 campsites 26 campsites 10 campsites 28 campsites 32 campsites hhWhen a jet boat approaches, canoeists should move to the right. If close to the left, stay there rather than paddle across the path of clothing and give water to drink. Taumarunui Pīpīriki an approaching boat. To minimise the effect of the wake, turn at Heavy rain and flooding 22 km / 3 – 5 hrs 35 km / 6 – 8 hrs 37.5 km / 7 – 9 hrs 29 km / 7 – 9 hrs 21.5 km / 4 – 6 hrs right angles to it. hhWeather can change quickly at any time of year on the Whanganui hhCanoeists should stop and even back-paddle to allow jet boats to River. Be prepared for rain, cold and windy conditions by taking overtake and get clear as quickly as possible. Visiting Tīeke Kāinga appropriate gear with you. hhJet boats passing canoes travelling in the opposite direction hhCanoeing into the wind can be demanding – allow extra travelling should either wait or move slowly forward until clear of the canoes. time between stopovers in windy conditions. Tīeke Kāinga is the only former pā site that also General tikanga (protocol) at Tīeke Kāinga Canoeists in this situation should keep paddling forward. Jet boats hhDon’t canoe the river when water levels are predicted to rise or the Visitors may be expected Clothes and washing should moving slowly are much less manoeuvrable and canoeists should doubles as a Great Walks Hut. Facilities are jointly • • river is in flood. If you capsize, you may not be able to get back in or to participate in a pōwhiri be hung on the designated not expect them to be able to get out of the way quickly. managed by Te Whānau o Tieke and DOC. Visitors swim to the river’s edge. if whānau are present at the clothes lines near the hhJet boats in rapids are unable to slow down or stop. may be welcomed onto the marae if Tīeke people marae. The process will be campground, not on the hhAlways pull your canoe up high on the bank and tie it to something explained if necessary. decks or marae area. BE PREPARED FOR ALL CONDITIONS secure. It may not be raining on the river, but rain elsewhere in the are available on that day. Visitors are welcome to large catchment can cause the river to rise several metres overnight. use the marae facilities and camping area while • The marae ātea (grassy area Please ask the local people Hypothermia (too cold) if in doubt. hhCheck the local weather forecast on metservice.com/rural/ in front of the marae) must be Watch for symptoms: people may shiver, be clumsy, confused, have observing the general tikanga rules. whanganui. kept clear when visitors are • Do not sit on tables, kitchen slurred speech, and deny they have a problem. going through the pōwhiri. worktops or chilly bins. Do not Treatment: immediately make or find shelter; get the person into Take sufficient supplies It is customary to leave a koha sit on any surface that would • warm, dry clothing, put them into a sleeping bag, give them warm, hhYou must be self sufficient: be sure you have enough food, clothing, come in contact with food. (donation) during pōwhiri. sweet drinks, monitor them and seek immediate medical help. equipment and emergency food for the worst-case scenario. • The wharenui (meeting house • Kitchen facilities are not to on the marae ātea) is for local be used for personal hygiene people only; access into the eg brushing teeth. Please use REMEMBER wharenui is by invitation only. the washbasins outside for • Emergency communication is available (by DOC radio) only at • No dogs or other animals are permitted. • All rubbish must be carried these purposes. John Coull Hut and Tīeke Kāinga. The only road access to the • No open fires. out. • Please do not put tents up river is at Ohinepane, Whakahoro and Pipiriki. • Absolutely no alcohol in the marae ātea, use the • All rubbish must be carried out of the park. permitted at Tīeke Kāinga. designated campsites. • There is no cellphone coverage at Ohinepane, Whakahoro, • Boil, filter or treat water if you doubt its purity. • Smoking is permitted • It is polite to ask for Pipiriki or while on the river journey. outside only. Please keep the permission from the local • Many sites are of high cultural significance – please respect them. • Use the toilets provided. buildings smoke-free. people before taking photos • Once you are on the river below Whakahoro there is no turning • Keep soap and detergents out of waterways. Shoes are not to be worn in at Tīeke Kāinga. • back, and nowhere to buy anything you may have forgotten. For detailed safety information and a comprehensive gear list, see Photo: 90 Seconds the buildings; they should be • If in doubt feel free to left neatly on the deck. approach your local hosts. • Camping is permitted only at designated campsites. greatwalks.co.nz/whanganui.