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White Water River Surfing
Highlights & inclusions
An exhilarating adrenaline rush
Conquer grade 2-3 rapids
Ride the rapids on a bodyboard
Enjoy surfing standing waves
Ride whirl pools and eddy lines
Highly maneuverable bodyboard
From
$233.80AUD
Free cancellation up to 48 hours prior to experience
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What you can expect
Bodyboard New Zealand's best white water tailored by the world`s best river guides. Conquer grade 2-3 rapids and become King or Queen of the River, riding the rapids on a bodyboard. You'll enjoy surfing standing waves, riding whirlpools and eddy lines as well as catching some underwater currents if you are brave enough. The high volume Kawarau River bursts with adrenaline, and this trip will challenge your nerves from start to finish. 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. After running the mighty white water, you will enjoy some spectacular New Zealand scenery on a gentle river flow, then stop for a rock/cliff jump or 2. An experience not to be missed if you want to try something unique, exciting and that takes you out of your comfort zone. One of Queenstown`s original action activities operating since 1989.
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Location
What you need to know
- From November 1, River Surfing trips will run at 8.30am and 2pm, self-drive customers to meet at Goldfields Mining Centre 45 minutes after the departure time.
- All equipment
- Full briefings and training by our qualified and experienced guides
- Complimentary return transport from Queenstown
- The rapids, they are totally unique, an exhilarating adrenaline rush!
- You are in control of your own adventure, controlling and maneuvering the board
- Beautiful pristine water and stunning views
- We run trips from September until May, everyday except Christmas day
- Trip times from November to March are 8:30am and 2pm
- September, October, April and May the trip time are 10am and 11am
- Allow 4.5 hours, about 1-1.5 hours will be spent in the river
- This experience departs from outside 5 Duke Street, Queenstown
- Please bring swimwear and a towel
- Water bottle
- Sense of adventure
- Everyone must be able to swim, be confident in water and reasonably fit
- The minimum age is 13 years old. A private guide is provided for children under 12 years of age – this must be pre-arranged
- Spectators are welcome at a cost of $25pp. To get the full spectator experience, being reasonably fit is an advantage
- Riverboarding is a serious river sport and adventure activity. Strict safety procedures are observed, however, participant safety is not guaranteed.
- Serious Fun Riverboarding cannot be held responsible for personal injury or for equipment lost or damaged. Participants are required to demonstrate confidence in water and basic swimming skills.
- Everyone must be able to swim, be confident in the water and be reasonably fit.
- Basic swimming skills are required by all participants, including moving forward with a freestyle kick, turning and balancing.
- Riverboarding is a serious river sport and adventure activity. Strict safety procedures are observed, however, your safety is not guaranteed
- Serious Fun Riverboarding cannot be held responsible for personal injury or equipment loss or damage.
- Participants are required to demonstrate confidence in water and basic swimming skills.
- Everyone must be able to swim, be confident in the water and be reasonably fit.
- Basic swimming skills are required by all participants. Skills needed are moving forward with a freestyle kick, turning and balancing.
- The minimum age for River Surfing is 12 years of age.
- Your experience may be cancelled or amended at any time due to dangerous river conditions, insufficient numbers, or client unsuitability.
- Cancellations are allowed 48 hours prior to departure.
- Cancellations will Not be accepted within 48 hours of departure.
- Cancellation of your experience can happen in the event of dangerous river conditions, insufficient numbers, or client unsuitability.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
