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Whitewater Rafting on the Shotover River

Queenstown - Show on map

QTR001

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For 1 person

4.5 hours

$199 each

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$199 each

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Overview

Highlights

Tackle grade 3-5 rapids on the mighty Shotover River
Head through the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel and the epic Cascade Rapid
Plenty of spectacular scenery to admire along the way

Accelerate your heart rate during this action-packed whitewater rafting adventure on the mighty Shotover River. Take on grade 3-5 rapids like the Squeeze, Pinball and Aftershock, before heading through the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel and the epic Cascade rapid.

What's Included?

Whitewater rafting on the Shotover River
Return transfer from Queenstown to the rafting sites
Full wetsuit, rafting clothing and safety equipment
Extensive safety briefing
Hot showers and sauna on completion

Get your dose of adrenaline during this whitewater rafting experience on the Shotover River. Begin with an unforgettable coach ride into Skippers Canyon, renowned for its hair-raising cliff edges and gold mining history. Upon arrival, listen in on a thorough safety briefing before boarding the raft, ready to get wild. Get a feel for the raft as you initially paddle from Deep Creek over peaceful waters. Then, before you know it, you'll be taking on a number of grade 3-5 rapids including Aftershock, Squeeze, Toilet, Pinball and Jaws. Keep the heart rate racing as you raft the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel, followed by the grade 3 Cascade rapid. Warm up with a hot shower and sauna session at Cavell's Rafting Base before your return to Queenstown.

Session Length

This experience is approximately 4.5 hours in duration
Tours commence seven days a week at 8am and 1pm
Available between October to April only

Important Information

Guidelines

The minimum age is 13 years. Guardian conditions apply for those under 18 years
Minimum weight is 40kg and the maximum weight is 120kg
Not suitable for pregnant women and those on heart medication
Participants must be competent in the water with moderate fitness

Cancellation

Once this experience has been confirmed, changes are at the discretion of the experience provider, and arranged directly with them, according to their policy.

Numbers on the Day

Minimum of eight participants.

Spectators

This experience is not suitable for spectators, although there is Cavells Café & Bar at Cavells Rafting Base & you can take a short walk to the last rapid from the café.

Weather

Due to constantly changing river conditions, it is advisable to contact the experience provider 24 hours before to check river conditions and your booking.

Dress Code

Please bring a towel and swimwear. Full wetsuit and rafting clothing will be provided.

Location

This experience takes place in Queenstown.