Queenstown Kawarau River Rafting and Jet Boat
About This Experience
Combining two of Queenstown's most iconic activities, this trip is second to none! Starting on the Queenstown Jet Boat, you'll get to experience those famous 360 degree spins and speed. Discover the Kawarau River and its pristine wilderness as we race you down the river to your next mode of transport. Then jump straight into a raft to complete the last section of river, where the Jet Boats fear to go. Spend your morning or afternoon paddling through the historic Kawarau gorge, famous for its gold mining, wineries and it’s stint in The Lord of the Rings franchise. Paddle and swim your way through grade 2-3 whitewater rapids with a brand new cliff jumping section added for the adventure junkies (optional). Complete your journey by tackling the famous 400m Dog Leg rapid – the longest commercially rafted rapid in New Zealand. Then head back to Rafting Base for a hot shower.
What's Included
- ✓Jet Boat ride to the rafting put-in point
- ✓Use of hot showers
- ✓Wetsuit, rafting clothing and all other equipment provided
- ✓Extensive safety instructions and paddling techniques
What's Not Included
- ✗Food and drinks
Practical Details
Duration
4h 30m
Cancellation
Check operator for cancellation policy
Meeting Point
Check-in is required at least 20 minute prior to your departure time.
Operator
RealNZ
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
- •Must be able to swim
- •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 travellers 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
per person
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