Rere Rockslide is a free attraction located on the Wharekopae River, 50km north-west of Gisborne. A natural 60m long smooth rock formation over which the river flows, there is a large swimming hole at the bottom.
The high speed water slide has become a big hit with both locals and visitors who can go down bare or on tyres and boogie boards which can be hired from the Gisborne i-SITE.
Suitable for all ages with care, if you aren't brave enough to take part, then it can also be a hugely entertaining spectator sport and you will often see families picnicking nearby enjoying all the action.
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Free attraction
Water slide
Outdoor activity
Adventure tourism
Once, only the locals did know about this hidden paradise, but it has become the world’s worst kept secret. The Rere Rockslide is free, fun and a fantastic 60-metre-long natural water slide on the smooth rock of water-worn Wharekopae River, about 50km from Gisborne. Even better if you have a boogie board, inflatable mattress and inner tube. Take a picnic and enjoy a family feast at the falls after.