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Queenstown: Shotover River Rafting & Skippers Canyon Tour

By Family Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $243 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Feel the thrill of rafting down the Shotover River's gentle rapids
  • Explore the historic Skippers Canyon and hear tales of the gold rush
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through Skippers Canyon with stunning views
  • See gold mining relics and sheer canyon walls along the river
  • Get all the gear you need, including wetsuits, jackets, and helmets

Activity location

    • Queenstown
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand | Bus stop outside Marmalade Cafe.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Afternoon Trip
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Afternoon Departure -1:30pm

Language options: English
Starting time: 1:30 p.m.
Price details
CA $242.69 x 1 AdultCA $242.69
Total
Price is CA $242.69
Until Tue, Sept 30
Morning: Shotover River Rafting & Skippers Canyon Tour
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Morning Departure - 7:45am

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:45 a.m.
Price details
CA $242.69 x 1 AdultCA $242.69
Total
Price is CA $242.69
Until Tue, Sept 30

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    45-minute drive into Skippers Canyon
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Rafting on the Shotover River
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All necessary rafting gear
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Live tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snacks

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: Children under 3 years

What you can expect

Begin your adventure with a 45-minute drive into the famous Skippers Canyon. Marvel at the breathtaking views and hear stories of fortune and hardship from the gold rush era as you travel along the historic Skippers Road.

Upon arrival, gear up with all the necessary equipment, including wetsuit boots, a wetsuit or overpants, a spray jacket, a fleece, a buoyancy aid, and a helmet.

Next, take to the water at the “Ford of Bruinen,” made famous by the Lord of the Rings film. Enjoy a gentle scenic excursion packed with fun for everyone from 3 to 103 (older by arrangement).

Float down gentle Grade 1 and 2 rapids, taking in the stunning scenery. See gold mining relics, sheer canyon walls, and even get to play on the odd rock jump.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Queenstown
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand | Bus stop outside Marmalade Cafe.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand | Bus stop outside Marmalade Cafe.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand