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WHITE WATER RAFTING ON THE KAWARAU RIVER

The Extreme Green Rafting Kawarau River expedition is an environmental adventure combining the challenge of wild water with stunning scenery. The Kawarau is New Zealand's largest commercially rafted river earning it an international reputation for white water thrills.

Flowing through the rugged Kawarau Gorge and overlooked by the extensive Chard Farm and Gibbston Valley wineries, it is a constantly changing mix of calm, gentle waters and boiling rapids.

The Kawarau Gorge is steeped in history and scenic highlights. The unique nature of the canyon allows cliff jumping or even a swim in the smaller rapids. The grand finale is the 400 metre Chinese Dog Leg rapid - adrenaline inducing and heart pumping - providing one of the biggest white water rides in NZ.

Map of the Kawarau River
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DURATION: 4 - 5 hours

GRADE: 3 - 4 Difficulty varies depending on river levels.

DEPARTURE: From the Intouch Information Centre corner of Camp & Shotover Streets, or pick-ups can be arranged from certain accommodation centres.

WHAT YOU NEED: Swimsuit and towel.

WHAT IS SUPPLIED: All transport including accommodation pick-ups and drop offs.
7mm wetsuits, wetsuit Jackets, booties, spray jackets, helmets, paddles and life jackets

TIMETABLE:

Summer
1st Oct - 31st May 8.15am & 1.00pm
Winter
1st June - 30th Sept 8.15am & 1.00pm

TRIP INCLUDES:

  • Transfer to and from the rafting base
  • Change into full rafting equipment
  • Transfer to Raft put in situated in Gibbston Valley
  • Extensive safety instruction and paddle briefing
  • Raft Kawarau River
  • Transfer from Raft take out to rafting base
  • Hot showers
  • Heated changing rooms
  • Free hot / cold drinks

CLIENT INFO:
We do not recommend valuables to be brought on this trip (Passports, jewellery, large amounts of cash or travellers cheques)

MINIMUM AGE:
13 years (Guideline only, please enquire for further information)

PHOTOS:
Rafting trips are photographed and photos will be available for viewing / purchase on return to Queenstown.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

  • Must be notified one hour prior to trip departure, otherwise no refund will be given
  • Trips may be cancelled due to river or weather conditions



Extreme Green Rafting
Telephone: +64 3 442-8517
Facsimile: +64 3 442-8510
Email: bookings@nzraft.com