Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown

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

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.

Stop At:

• Shotover River, Otago, New Zealand
• Historic Skippers School, Skippers Road, Queenstown 9371 New Zealand
• Skippers Canyon, Skippers, Queenstown New Zealand

Informacion Adicional
"It is essential that all parties are confident swimmers and comfortable in deep water."
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"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."
"Near public transportation"
"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."
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"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."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Duração: 5 Hours
Ponto de partida: 37 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• White water rafting down the Shotover River
• Safety briefing, professional guides
• All necessary equipment- wetsuit, life jacket, spray jacket, booties, helmet
• Courtesy coach transfers from centrally located meeting point
• Hot showers
• Bus Ride through Skippers Canyon

Não Incluído

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

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