Excursions & day trips

Shotover River whitewater rafting

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$125.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Flexible

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Do this because

Pass by Skippers Canyon, known for its adrenaline-pimping cliff edges
Enjoy grade 3–5 whitewater rapids in one of the most scenic environments in the world
Take a nice hot shower at the base after your adventures
Relax during your return shuttle to downtown Queenstown

What to expect

If you're an adrenaline junky visiting Queenstown, then this activity is not to be missed!

Hop in the bus to the rafting base to start your Shotover River whitewater rafting adventure. On your way there, pass by Skippers Canyon, known for its adrenaline-pimping cliff edges.

Enjoy grade 3–5 whitewater rapids in one of the most scenic environments in the world. Together with your expert guides, they will guide you through canyons, navigate the rapids and the famous 170m Oxenbridge tunnel to finish. And once you're done, hot showers are available at the rafting base before you hop on the return shuttle to downtown Queenstown.

What's included

Shuttle bus from the Queenstown store to the rafting base
Full wetsuit, rafting clothing, and all safety equipment
Rafting on the Shotover River
Return shuttle to downtown Queenstown

Where

37 Camp Street, Queenstown, New Zealand

Meeting point:

Please meet here to hop on the bus to the rafting base

What to remember

You must be at least 13 years old to join this tour, but those under 18 years old must sign a guardian's permission
It's recommended that you are competent in the water and have a moderate fitness level to join this tour. However, if you have a heart condition or are currently taking heart medication, it's recommended that you do not participate
You must be at least 40 kg and not heavier than 120kg to join this tour
Bring your swimsuit and towel. It is advised that you don't bring any valuables with you, but there's a small valuables locker at the Rafting Base if you need it
The rafting activities involves a degree of risk and the local operator cannot absolutely guarantee participants' safety
For safety reasons the itinerary and river is subject to change
Please reconfirm at least 24 hours prior to departure to ensure your trip will be operating as all trips operate dependent on weather, river level, and/or water temperature

Provider

RealNZ

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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