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Shotover River Rafting Trip from Queenstown

4.8(117)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 117 reviews5 hFree cancellationBy Challenge Rafting
Rafting the final rapid on the Shotover river

About this activity

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.

What's included

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

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

  • If you have chosen to self drive to our Raft Base, 1 Arthurs Point Rd, Arthurs Point, please advise us and we can update your booking accordingly. Check in is 15 minutes prior to departure time.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is essential that all parties are confident swimmers and comfortable in deep water.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • You must speak or understand English.
  • Not able to participate if who have had Heart Surgery, Coronary Disease, Cardiac Arrest, or Heart-Related Medication excluding blood pressure medication
  • Must be able to swim at least 25 meters unassisted and have moderate fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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