White water rafting in Queenstown is something that should definitely be on your New Zealand bucket list – the combination of adrenaline, water and stunning NZ scenery is the perfect day out!
Join the crew from Challenge Rafting to tackle the best white water rafting Queenstown has to offer – both the infamous Shotover River and the Kawaru River.
White water rafting on the Shotover River is by far the most popular option – tackle six rapids then raft through the darkness of the Oxenbridge Tunnel and shoot the Cascade Rapid to complete the challenge!
Kawaru River on the other hand is slightly more below and the perfect option for those who have never rafted before – the four rapids are exciting and the scenery is superb. Between rapids you will experience calmer stretches of river, with a unique perspective of the Kawarau Bungy Bridge as you pass underneath. The grand finale is the unforgettable Chinese Dog Leg Rapid to end your trip on the River.
Whichever option you go with white water rafting in Queenstown will certainly be one of the highlights of the South Island and your New Zealand travel plans!
Additional information
| Trip Options | Shotover River (AM), Shotover River (PM), Kawarau River (AM), Kawarau River (PM) |
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TRIP INCLUSIONS
- Grade 3-5 whitewater rafting.
- Courtesy coach transfers.
- Specialist river clothing (5ml wetsuits – long johns, wet suit jacket, booties, bootie socks, spray jackets, life jackets, protective helmets).
- Safety briefing.
- Friendly, professional guides.
- Sauna, hot shower and refreshments follow each trip.
- Professional photo service (optional).
WHAT TO BRING
- Swimming costume
- towel
Challenge Rafting: Shotover River
Departures –
Departs twice daily at 8am and 1pm. Check in is at Queenstown Information Centre.
Challenge Rafting: Kawarau River
Departures –
Departs twice daily at 8am and 1pm. Check in is at Queenstown Information Centre.
Challenge Rafting: Shotover River
Morning:
8.00am Check-in at Queenstown Information Centre
8.30am Transfer to Cavells Rafting Base
Change into wetsuits
9.00am Depart Cavells Rafting Base
9.40am Arrive Deep Creek put-in point
Safety briefing
10.10am Put onto the river
Rafting grade 3-5 whitewater
First part of the river is relatively flat, enables clients to learn
commands and paddling techniques. The lower section of the
Shotover River is where rafters will find the bulk of the white water.
12.00pm Take out of River, 1 min walk to base, hot showers, sauna,
refreshments available to purchase
12.45pm Return to town
Afternoon:
1.00pm Check-in at Queenstown Information Centre
1.30pm Transfer to Cavells Rafting Base
Change into wetsuits
2.00pm Depart Cavells Rafting Base
2.40pm Arrive Deep Creek put-in point
Safety briefing
3.10pm Put onto the river
Rafting grade 3-5 whitewater
First part of the river is relavatively flat: enables clients to learn
commands and paddling techniques. The lower section of the
Shotover River is where rafters will find the bulk of the white water.
5.00pm Take out of River, 1 min walk to base, hot showers, sauna,
refreshments available to purchase
5.45pm Return to Queenstown downtown
Challenge Rafting: Kawarau River
Itinerary –
Morning:
8.00am Check-in at Queenstown Information Centre
8.30am Transfer to Cavells Rafting Base
Change into wetsuits
9.00am Depart Cavells Rafting Base
9.30am Arrive Kawarau put-in point
Safety briefing
10.00am Put onto the river rafting grade 2-3 white water
The river consists of four main wave rides travelling
through beautiful scenery.
11.00am Take out of river, bus transfer back to Cavells Rafting Base
11.30am Arrive Cavells Rafting Base, hot showers, sauna,
refreshments available to purchase
12.15pm Return to Queenstown downtown
Afternoon:
1.00pm Check-in at Queenstown Information Centre
1.30pm Transfer to Cavells Rafting Base
Change into wetsuits
2.00pm Depart Cavells Rafting Base
2.30pm Arrive Kawarau put-in point
Safety briefing
3.00pm Put onto the river
Rafting grade 2-3 white water.
The river consists of four main wave rides travelling
through beautiful scenery.
4.00pm Take out of river, bus transfer back to Cavells Rafting Base
4.30pm Arrive Cavells Rafting Base, hot showers, sauna,
refreshments available to purchase
5.15pm Return to Queenstown downtown
Open date tickets please give 7 days notice to book. All bookings MUST reconfirm 48hrs in advance. Ph: 03 442 7318 or from outside NZ: +64 3 442 7318.
Provider Details
Challenge Rafting
Free Phone: Phone: 03 442 7318
PO Box 634 Queenstown 9348 New Zealand
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