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Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown
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Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown
Next available dates
Fri
Dec 27
Sat
Dec 28
Sun
Dec 29
Available options
Bestseller
Nov - April 24/25
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Next availability: Fri, Dec 27
From
USD 181.32
Highlights
Queenstown’s famous Shotover River provides the white water rafting action for those looking for extra excitement and thrills. Drive through Skippers canyon to the start of the rafting. Raft your way down the Shotover river taking on the wild and untamed rapids. Finish the trip rafting through the darkness of the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel and shoot the drop into Cascade Rapid.
Itinerary
Morning Star Reserve
Experience the rugged beauty and unspoiled grandeur of the breathtaking scenery as you conquer this wild and untamed river. Tackle six rapids along the Shotover River, with stretches of calm water to take in the views, go for a swim and soak up its gold mining history. The long and narrow grade 4-5 Mother is made up of rapids such as Aftershock, Squeeze, Toilet, and Pinball. Raft through the darkness of the 170-metre Oxenbridge Tunnel and shoot the Cascade Rapid to complete the challenge. *Please note for safety we have a minimum weight restriction of 40 kg and maximum weight of 120 kg, and it is also required that you are able to swim confidently to participate.
What's included
INCLUDED
Courtesy coach transfers from centrally located meeting point
All necessary equipment- wetsuit, life jacket, spray jacket, booties, helmet
Bus Ride through Skippers Canyon
White water rafting down the Shotover River
Hot showers
Safety briefing, professional guides
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is essential that all parties are confident swimmers and comfortable in deep water.
Weight restrictions - Under 40 kg (88lbs) and over 120kg (264lbs) will not be permitted to participate. (weighing maybe required upon check-in).
Minimum age - 13 years - Children aged between 13 and 15 years must be accompanied by a guardian
If a traveller wishes to discontinue with the rafting experience during the trip, the traveller is liable for all costs associated with removing them from the river. This term is void if a medical or natural emergency arises and evacuation is required.
If you are pregnant you cannot participate on this experience and if you do so without notifying the Raft Guides guides of your conditions you do so at your own risk
Under 18 years - Guardian conditions apply.
Suitable for water competent people of moderate fitness.
People with a heart condition or taking heart medication are unable to participate.
Trips are weather, river level and/or water temperature dependent.
Location
Address
Morning Star Reserve 1 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
Provider
Challenge Rafting
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