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Queenstown Shotover River White Water Rafting
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Nov 26
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Shotover River: Shotover River Whitewater Rafting (grade 3-5) with 4WD adventure through Skippers Canyon
Next availability: Tue, Nov 26
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USD 182.07
Highlights
Join our Queenstown Rafting team on the iconic Shotover River for a whitewater rapid adventure. Our world class guides are second to none, always going the extra mile to make your trip one to remember forever.
Start with an unforgettable coach trip through Skippers Canyon, famous for it's exciting cliff edges, enough to get your adrenaline pumping before we hit the water.
Experience grade 3–5 whitewater rapids in one of the most scenic environments in the world. The rapids can change on a daily basis, but be assured our guides are expertly trained and have a keen sense of adventure. They will guide you through canyons, navigate the rapids and the famous 170m Oxenbridge tunnel to finish.
Itinerary
Shotover River
After meeting the coach driver, you will travel the short distance from town to Rafting Base where rafting clothing including wetsuit, life jacket, spray jacket and helmet will be issued. Then enjoy a 40 minute journey along the historic Skippers Road begins, which is one of the Top 10 most dangerous roads in NZ. The upper section of the Shotover River gives you time to practice your paddle techniques before hitting the white water of the lower canyon. Paddle numerous rapids such as After Shock, Jaws, Toilet and Sequel during the 1.45 - 2 hrs of river time. You are then plunged into darkness as you negotiate the 170m long Oxenbridge Tunnel before bursting into Cascade Rapid to complete the adventure. A short walk brings you back to Rafting Base where there are hot showers prior to a return transfer to Queenstown. Please note for safety we have minimum weight restriction of 40 kg and maximum weight of 120 kg to participate.
What's included
INCLUDED
4WD Transfer to Deep Creek via Skippers Canyon Road
Shuttle bus from our Queenstown store to the Rafting Base
Return shuttle to downtown Queenstown
Extensive safety briefing
Full wetsuit, rafting clothing and all safety equipment
Rafting on the Shotover River
Hot showers at Rafting Base
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks
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Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Must be able to swim
Rafting while pregnant is prohibited
Rafting with any heart condition is prohibited
Minimum weight 40kg
Maximum weight 120kg
Minimum age is 13 years. Children aged between 13 and 15 years must be accompanied by a guardian
All travelers between the age of 16 and 17 years require a waiver to be signed by a guardian if they are unaccompanied
You must bring a swimsuit and towel
Location
Address
Shotover River, Otago, New Zealand
Provider
RealNZ