Click here: Long Distance Nationals 2021 - W6 Waka Hire

The current LDN 2021 W6 Waka hire list has now been posted. For those hiring out and those who have hired, please have a read through to ensure the information is correct. To update any information, please email LDN@wakaama.co.nz with the details. If you are still looking to hire a W6 Waka, please check the available spots and then email LDN@wakaama.co.nz to request a hire. Waka Ama NZ will endeavor to connect you up via email for W6 Waka hire, however it is up to you to arrange and confirm hire bookings.

All W6 Waka Hire enquiries to LDN@wakaama.co.nz

After the cancellation of the 2020 Long Distance Nationals due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Te Waka o Aoraki in association with Waka Ama New Zealand (WANZ), Te Tau Ihu and local clubs are proud to host the 2021 Waka Ama Long Distance Nationals (LDNs) to be held in Waitohi- Picton Harbour off Shelley beach 23-25th April 2021.

We have managed to secure a promotion for LDNs with Bluebridge Ferry. The promotion is valid outside of the Easter period. This discount does not apply between the following Easter dates: 9th - 14th April .You can book directly online here: https://www.bluebridge.co.nz/ or call 0800 844 844. The PROMO CODE is OUTRIGGER. Accompanied or unaccompanied waka ama trailers can be booked through the freight team calling 0800 162 322.