Queenstown: White Water Surfing Along the Kawarau River
ID: GYG358485-642050
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Take on this epic whitewater adventure. Experience up to grade 3 rapids with some of the best river boarding guides in the world.
Bodyboard up to 12km down the iconic Kawarau River. You’ll enjoy riding white water rapids and even get a chance to try surfing on standing waves, riding whirlpools as well as catching some underwater currents if you are brave enough. The fast Kawarau River bursts with energy, and this trip will challenge your nerves from start to finish. About 1-1.5 hours will be spent in the river.
The bodyboards are light and highly maneuverable, allowing you to be more active in the water. It's the perfect choice for someone looking for the ultimate adventure. You can even choose your own board depending on how much adrenaline you can handle. River surfing is best suited for people who want the full white water experience.
You'll get the opportunity to also enjoy some of New Zealand's spectacular scenery on the more gentle parts of the river, and you can also stop for a jump from the cliffs along the river.
Highlights
- Bodyboard up to 12km down the iconic Kawarau River
- Experience grade 2-3 river rapids
- Try something unique and exciting that will take you out of your comfort zone
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Basic swimming skills are required by all participants
• An expert guide will be with you the whole time to show you how to make the river work for you
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The Roaring Meg power station is located halfway between Queenstown and Wanaka along Highway 6. Please drive down to the Power Station and wait for us in the car park.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
