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RealNZ - Kawarau River Whitewater Rafting

Ready for an outdoor adventure?! A scenic route down the waters of the Kawarau River brings the perfect conditions for those new to white water rafting!

Ready for an outdoor adventure?! A scenic route down the waters of the Kawarau River brings the perfect conditions for those new to white water rafting!

Highlights

  • Paddle and swim down grade 2-3 whitewater rapids.
  • New cliff-jumping section for adventure junkies (optional and weather dependent).
  • Tackle the famous 400m Dog Leg rapid – the longest commercially rafted rapid in New Zealand.
  • Hot showers post-trip at the Rafting Base.

Raft the Kawarau River, perhaps better known as the River Anduin in Lord of the Rings, for a great half-day activity in Queenstown This is a perfect introduction to whitewater rafting for first-timers. There will be plenty of rapids action plus time to sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Catch the free shuttle from the centre of town out to the raft base where you will be fitted out with all your gear.

Your rafting adventure covers 8-kilometers of the river. Take on grade 2-3 rapids and perhaps the occasional grade 2-4 rapid, when there are higher water levels. Enjoy flat stretches of river between the rapids where you have the opportunity to race your friends on the other rafts or jump out and swim. Conclude your adventure by rafting the longest commercially rafted rapid in New Zealand, the Dog Leg. This is a 400-meter long and grade 3/4 rapid. Add some extra excitement by joining in on the optional cliff jumping section, or sit back and watch your friends take a leap.

Adult $229.00

What's included

  • Full wetsuit, rafting clothing and all safety equipment
  • Extensive safety briefing
  • Rafting on the Kawarau River
  • Cliff jumping and rapid swimming (dependant on water levels)
  • Hot showers at Rafting Base
  • Return shuttle to downtown Queenstown.

Duration

  • Allow approximately 4 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • RealNZ Visitor Centre - 88 Beach Street
  • Queenstown 9300
  • New Zealand

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 13
  • Minimum weight 40kg, Maximum weight 120kg.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Please note the restrictions for this activity: - Minimum age 13yrs - Minimum weight 40kg. Maximum weight 120kg - You need to be water competent with moderate fitness - Travellers with a heart condition or taking heart medication are not able to participate - Guardian conditions apply for under 18yrs Special note - Participation in rafting activities involves a degree of risk and the rafting operator cannot absolutely guarantee participants' safety - Participants need to listen carefully to our guides' instructions - We reserve the right to cancel trips or substitute another river or section of river for safety reasons - Please ensure you have read and accept our terms and conditions prior to sending a reservation request - These rafting trips operate with minimum numbers of people. Customers need to reconfirm at least 24 hours prior to departure to ensure your trip will be operating All trips operate dependent on weather, river level and/or water temperature..

Available Bookings from 23 Dec to 5 Jan 2025

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