New Owners. New Base.
We are thrilled to announce that Wild Rivers Rafting is now part of the Ultimate Descent Aotearoa family.
We have moved our operations. All trips now depart from the Riverside Holiday Park in Murchison, giving you immediate access to the Buller River’s legendary whitewater.
Choose Your Adventure
Buller Gorge Whitewater
Grade 3 | Half Day
The classic West Coast experience. Navigate the Buller Gorge in rafts.
- Departures: Daily 9:30am & 1:30pm
- Meeting: Riverside Holiday Park
Earthquake Rapid Run
Grade 3 | Day out w/ Lunch
An immersive full-day adventure. Experience the raw power of the river sections shifted by the Murchison Earthquake.
- Departures: on demand 09:30am
- Meeting: Riverside Holiday Park
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Murchison Base
Located at Riverside Holiday Park. Stay where you play with easy access to the river.
Local Legends
We combine the history of Wild Rivers with the modern energy of the Rivers.co.nz group.