New Zealand

Some of the reasons why we loved New Zealand!

Whitewater Kayak Schools

Whitewater kayaking is difficult! It helps to have expert instruction as early as possible in your kayaking career, before you pick up too many bad habits.

Here is a list of some of the best kayak schools in the world:

New Zealand Kayak School 
The kayak school at the heart of NZ kayaking.
Murchison, New Zealand
http://www.nzkayakschool.com/

Nantahalia Outdoor Center (NOC)
Kayak instruction in the Smokey Mountains, North Carolina.
North Carolina, USA
https://noc.com/lessons-training/paddling-school

Otter Bar Lodge Kayak School
Kayak instruction based at a scenic riverside lodge.
California, USA
http://www.otterbar.com/

Zoar Outdoor
Kayaking instruction for the North East of USA.
Massachusetts, USA
http://www.kayaklesson.com/

Other places offering kayak instruction or guiding:

Ottawa Kayak School (OKS)
Ottawa, Canada
http://www.wildernesstours.com/adventures/kayaking/

Small World Adventures
Guided kayak adventures in Ecuador.
Ecuador
http://www.smallworldadventures.com/

Sundance Kayak School
Oregon, USA
http://www.sundancekayak.com/kayak-schools