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THE RIVERBOAT WAIREKA 1908 LTD.

Step back in time and see the beauty of the Waikato River and surrounding countryside aboard the historical "Riverboat Waireka".

Our wish is to show people the pristine beauty of the scenery and river. To share and inform people of its history, both Maori and European.

We wish for everyone to leave us in awe of our surroundings and astounded by
the beauty that can only be seen by boat.

To feel excited and privileged to have been on a truly historical riverboat -
a part of New Zealand's history.


BOAT HISTORY

The Waireka was built by Yarrow and Co. in Glasgow, Scotland and
shipped as deck cargo to New Zealand.

The boat was reassembled on the banks of the Whanganui River and
officially launched in 1908. She was part of the historical Hatrick fleet of
boats used between Whanganui and Taumaranui, carrying cargo and
passengers.

The Waireka has a tunnel hull, twin rudder steerage and a reverse
bucket design, which some say is the forerunner to the modern
jet boat.

She is 19 metres long and 2 metres wide and is licensed
to carry 48 passengers.
     
   
     
 
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