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A group of people in a blue raft navigating through a river with rapids. 1
A group of people rafting down a river with rapids. 2
A river flowing through a rocky canyon with a raft in the distance. 3
A river winding through a mountainous valley with a bridge and a vehicle on the road. 4
A group of people in a blue raft wearing life jackets, navigating a river surrounded by rocky cliffs. 5

Queenstown: Shotover River Whitewater Rafting Trip

By Challenge Rafting
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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Overview

  • Feel the adrenaline rush of navigating 6 intense rapids on the Shotover River
  • Raft through harrowing darkness for a thrilling 170m in the Oxenbridge Tunnel
  • Travel through pristine and rugged nature in the hard-to-access Skippers Canyon
  • Navigate the challenging Shotover River whitewater rapids with a guide's help
  • Stay safe with the provided wetsuits, rafting equipment, and a safety briefing

Activity location

    • Queenstown
    • Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Morning Star Reserve 1 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand | Meet at the Raft Base located at 1 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point (approx. 10 minute drive from centre of Queenstown). Please contact Challenge Rafting reservations if you would prefer to self drive to the Raft Base.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Wetsuit
  • Inclusions
    Rafting equipment
  • Inclusions
    Whitewater rafting trip
  • Inclusions
    Professional photography services
  • Inclusions
    Safety briefing
  • Inclusions
    Transport to the river
  • Inclusions
    Hot shower
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Bags, Cameras, Cellphones, Drinks in the vehicle, Intoxication, Selfie sticks, Smoking, Smoking in the vehicle, Smoking indoors, Vaping, Video recording
    • Not suitable for: Children under 13 years, Non-swimmers, People over 264 lbs (120 kg), People under 88 lbs (40 kg), People with heart problems, People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Enjoy the thrill of whitewater rafting on this river trip. Raft past the rugged beauty of the Shotover River, drive into Skippers Canyon, and cool off in the water.
    Meet in Queenstown and hop on a bus to head to Skippers Canyon and the Shotover River. At the river, get into your wetsuit and learn about your rafting equipment from your guide. After a safety briefing, get into the water to begin your adventure.
    Raft down the Shotover, shooting through 6 grade 4-5 rapids. Navigate the Aftershock, Squeeze, Toilet, and Pinball rapids, before entering the darkness of the 170-meter-long Oxenbridge Tunnel.
    Between rapids, enjoy the calm water and the canyon's natural beauty. Cool off with a swim in the river or relax in the sun. Finish your rafting adventure with the challenging Cascade Rapid before arriving back at the base in Queenstown.

Location

Activity location

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    • Queenstown
    • Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Morning Star Reserve 1 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand | Meet at the Raft Base located at 1 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point (approx. 10 minute drive from centre of Queenstown). Please contact Challenge Rafting reservations if you would prefer to self drive to the Raft Base.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand