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Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand
Waimakariri Confluence at Between Highway Bridges
A South Island river confluence swim with cold alpine water and significant flow from multiple sources. Advanced swimmers only; confluence zones create hazardous conditions with converging currents and unpredictable dynamics. Expert judgment required for safe swimming.
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Waimakariri Confluence at Between Highway Bridges
-43.4148, 172.6499
Details
- Location
- Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- advanced
- Coordinates
- -43.4148, 172.6499