Exhilarating Whitewater Rafting Adventure on Shotover River with Return Transfers
Explore New Zealand’s rugged backyard in the best way – on a whitewater rapid adventure through the Shotover River. Calm your nerves on the beautiful coach trip through Skippers Canyon and feel inspired by the cascading cliff edges before you hit the exciting water. A seasoned guide will take you down grade 3–5 whitewater rapids in one of the most picturesque landscapes in the world, through the famous 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel. If you are a keen thrill seeker, get your blood pumping with this memorable experience.
Inclusions
- Valid for one person (13+)
- Whitewater rafting adventure on the Shotover River (*approximately 4.5 hours)
- Wetsuit, booties, spray jacket, paddle, helmet, life jacket and safety equipment
- Experienced rafting guide
- Safety briefing
- Hot showers at the rafting base
- Return transfers via shuttle bus from downtown Queenstown via Skippers Canyon Road
- Available every day: Departs 8am and 1pm
- Bookings available from 1 November 2024
- Bookings valid to 28 April 2025
Pricing & availability
Departures from RealNZ Visitor Centre Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown, QTWN
Things to know
- Bookings essential via email: reservations@realnz.com quoting your voucher number
- Book early to secure your desired date and time
- Present printed or smartphone purchase/booking confirmation on arrival
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 7 days after purchase
- As long as 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
- Swimwear
- Towel
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: Departs 8am and 1pm
- Not valid: 25 December
- Bookings available from 1 November 2024
- Bookings valid to 28 April 2025
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: RealNZ Visitor Centre – Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300 NZ
- Please arrive at the pick-up point at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Important:
- Exclusions: Meals, drinks and hotel transfers
- Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to RealNZ
- All participants must be water-competent and have a moderate fitness level
- It is advised not to bring any valuables with you, however a small valuables locker is available at the rafting base if you need it
Terms & Conditions:
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. Guests need to reconfirm at least 24 hours prior to departure to confirm trip will be operating
- Minimum 40kg and maximum 120kg weight limit applies
- Minimum age of participants is 13 years. Participants aged 13–17 must be accompanied by an adult (18+)
- Tour is NOT suitable for travellers with a heart condition or those taking heart medication
- All trips operate dependent on weather, river level and/or water temperature
- Itinerary is subject to change without notice depending on weather and sailing conditions
- Participation in rafting activities involves a degree of risk and the rafting operator cannot absolutely guarantee participants’ safety
- Participants need to listen carefully to the guides’ instructions
- RealNZ reserve the right to cancel trips or substitute another river or section of river for safety reasons
- Please ensure you have read and accepted RealNZ’s terms and conditions prior to sending a reservation request
- Portages may be required based on changes to the water level and flow
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
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