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Kokatahi, South Island, New Zealand
Kaniere River at Kaniere-Kokatahi Road Bridge
Kaniere River at Kaniere-Kokatahi Road Bridge in South Island, New Zealand offers cold freshwater alpine river swimming with strong currents and rocky terrain. This advanced spot suits experienced swimmers only, as South Island river conditions include significant flow and cold water temperatures requiring immersion acclimatization. Always scout conditions before entering and never swim alone in alpine rivers.
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Kaniere River at Kaniere-Kokatahi Road Bridge
-42.7594, 171.0129
Details
- Location
- Kokatahi, South Island, New Zealand
- Type
- river
- Difficulty
- advanced
- Coordinates
- -42.7594, 171.0129