[1] Its source is below Hochstetter Dome in the Southern Alps and it flows north and northwest, passing the township of Whataroa on the eastern side before reaching the Tasman Sea just south of Abut Head.

Whitewater rafting takes place on the river as an adventure tourism activity.

[2] Access to the upper reaches of the river for rafting is either via hiking or helicopter.

The river also flows through areas used for tramping and climbing.

This article about a river in the West Coast Region of New Zealand is a stub.