Queenstown Shotover River White Water Rafting

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

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.

Stop At:

• Lower Shotover, Lower Shotover, Queenstown, Otago Region, South Island
• Queenstown, Queenstown, Otago Region, South Island

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Water confidence is essential"
"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"
"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 18 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 4 Hours 30 Minutes
Start location: 37 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Shuttle bus from our Queenstown store to the Rafting Base
• Full wetsuit, rafting clothing and all safety equipment
• Extensive safety briefing
• 4WD Transfer to Deep Creek via Skippers Canyon Road
• Rafting on the Shotover River
• Hot showers at Rafting Base
• Return shuttle to downtown Queenstown

Not Included

• Food and drinks

Facilities