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25 Shotover Street, Queenstown · Outdoor activities

Dart River Funyak & Jet Boat Wilderness Adventure

9.6
Outstanding
1,130 reviews from Google

Experience the best of both worlds in Glenorchy with Dart River Adventures!

This unforgettable adventure combines the excitement of a wilderness jet boat ride with a peaceful float downstream in inflatable canoes (Funyaks), bringing you even closer to untouched nature.

Explore the dramatic scenery of this UNESCO World Heritage Area, with its clear waters, hidden side streams, and the ancient Rockburn Chasm. This full-day tour includes return transport from Queenstown and a wilderness picnic lunch.

With all equipment provided and an expert guide leading the way, you can relax and enjoy the stunning scenery, knowing you’re in safe hands. If you choose just one tour in Queenstown, make it this one!

Inclusions
Package: Dart River Funyak (Self-drive)

What’s included

  • English-speaking guide

  • Lunch

  • Life jackets (compulsory), wetsuits, booties, dry bag

Package: Dart River Funyak with Transport from Queenstown

What’s included

  • English-speaking guide

  • Lunch

  • Round-trip transfers from Queenstown to Glenorchy

  • Life jackets (compulsory), wetsuits, booties, dry bag

Overview
Duration: Up to 8 hours
Digital voucher accepted
From US$247 /person
Includes taxes & fees
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Pricing & availability

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Location
25 Shotover Street, Queenstown
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Things to know

Confirmation

  • You’ll get confirmation within minutes. If you don’t see any confirmation, reach out to our customer support.

Voucher type

  • Present your mobile voucher

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 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
  • From 24 hours before the booking date

What To Bring:

  • Appropriate clothing for the weather
  • Warm gloves/warm hat/scarf or buff for Winter (May - Sep)
  • Sun hat/sunscreen/warm outer layer for Summer (Oct - Apr)
  • Windproof jacket
  • Sunglasses
  • Insect repellent
  • Warm underwear or swimwear
  • Change of underwear
  • Towel
  • Camera, carried at own risk (note that you will get wet)

7hr 30min Duration

Please select an activity date

Join in group

Eligibility

  • Participants must be aged 5+ to participate in this activity
  • Minimum child height is 1 metre but may be increased to 1.2m in some conditions
  • Children aged 5-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult

Usage validity

  • The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
  • Enjoy an exhilarating jet boat ride from Glenorchy up the Dart River deep into the heart of Mt Aspiring National Park and experience exciting 360 degree spins along the way
  • Travel back down stream with expert guides in the Funyaks (inflatable kayaks) steering your way through pristine waters
  • Enjoy a wilderness picnic lunch in the wilderness
  • Free transport and only a 45 minute, breathtaking drive from Queenstown
  • All equipment provided, including wetsuits, wetsuit boots, life jackets, thermals, and gloves in winter
Package: Dart River Funyak (Self-drive)

Itinerary

  • Buses depart Queenstown for Glenorchy at 8:30am, passengers will need to check in at the Dart River Adventures Queenstown booking office 15 minutes prior to departure.
  • Following your full day Funyak adventure, buses will leave Glenorchy at approximately 3:30 - 4.00pm. You can expect to be back in Queenstown by approximately 4:30 - 5.00pm.

Additional information

  • Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity Prohibitions & Limitations
  • This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
  • This activity could be canceled due to extreme weather or unforeseen events. If canceled, you may book a different date or ask for a refund
  • This activity is not recommended for pregnant women What to bring
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Caps or hats
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Water bottle
  • Camera What to wear
  • Walking / Hiking / Running shoes

Booking limitations

  • No prior experience needed. This activity is safe for beginners to participate

  • Participants must have a height of at least 100cm to join the activity

Package: Dart River Funyak with Transport from Queenstown
  • [Departure] meet up at Dart River Adventures. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:30. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Passengers will need to check in at the Dart River Adventures Queenstown booking office 15 minutes prior to departure.Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
  • [Attraction/experience] Glenorchy
  • [Return] at Queenstown, You can choose to return at the following times: 16:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
  • Day {num}

Additional information

  • Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity Prohibitions & Limitations
  • This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc.
  • This activity could be canceled due to extreme weather or unforeseen events. If canceled, you may book a different date or ask for a refund
  • This activity is not recommended for pregnant women What to bring
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Caps or hats
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Water bottle
  • Camera What to wear
  • Walking / Hiking / Running shoes

Booking limitations

  • No prior experience needed. This activity is safe for beginners to participate

  • Participants must have a height of at least 100cm to join the activity

Meet at location

Package: Dart River Funyak (Self-drive)

Meet-up information

  • Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time

Glenorchy (for self-drive)

  • Address: 45 Mull Street, Glenorchy

  • Please refer to the 45 Mull Street, Glenorchy for assistance

  • Glenorchy is a 45min/ 48km scenic drive from Queenstown. It is suggested for you to leave at least an hour to include photo stops

Package: Dart River Funyak with Transport from Queenstown

Meet-up information

  • Arrive at the meet-up location 15 minutes before the scheduled activity time

Reviews

9.6
Outstanding
Reviews from Google