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An adrenalin-fuelled helicopter ride will add to the rush of Shotover Rafting on this half day excursion. Renowned as the ultimate White Water Rafting experience, this tour will take you on a wild adventure through the tumbling rapids of the magnificent Shotover River.

• Courtesy coach transfers from central Queenstown pick up point.
• Adrenalin-fuelled helicopter ride into Skippers Canyon.
• All specialist river clothing – wetsuit, spray jackets, booties, life jacket, helmet.
• Safety briefing and instruction on paddling techniques prior to the rafting trip.
• White water rafting adventure on the Shotover River.
• Sauna, hot shower and refreshments at the Rafters Lodge.
• Friendly, experienced guides on every trip.
• Professional photo service (optional).

After meeting the coach driver, travel the short distance from town to Cavells Rafting Base where rafting clothing will be issued. After a short briefing, travel to the heli-pad to board what will be an unforgettable helicopter ride into the rugged Skippers Canyon.

After a comprehensive safety briefing and a lesson on paddling techniques you set off on the tranquil waters of the upper canyon to familiarize yourself with the river and take in the breathtaking scenery through the canyon.

As you progress down the river the adventure really begins!  You will tackle 10 white water rapids including the Toilet, Pinball, Jaws, Sequel, Miners Revenge and then raft through the eerie darkness of the 170m Oxenbridge tunnel before shooting the Cascade Rapid to complete the challenge.  After you have completed your journey on the river enjoy a hot shower, sauna and complimentary snack before returning to Queenstown

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• Hotel transfers
• Optional gratuities

Please bring your swimsuit and towel, a change of clothes, money for snacks.

Cameras, video cameras, and other personal items are carried at own risk.

Departures are subject to weather, road and river conditions. Please note that a minimum of 8 passengers is needed for this tour to depart. If your party is less than 8 passengers you will be put in a raft to make up this minimum number. If minimum numbers are not reached you will be either rescheduled for another date or refunded in full.

The river is graded as 3-5 so a reasonable level of fitness is required.

Recommended minimum age is 13 years.

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