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Family Adventures are specialists in soft adventure family trips rafting and kayaking the upper reaches of the famous Shotover River, Queenstown.
We are the only operator in Queenstown licensed to take children until 13 years on raft trips because the section of the river that we raft has only grade one and two rapids.

The trip kicks off with a drive into the famous Skippers Canyon – quite possibly the most spectacular drive in NZ! The views are astounding and the area is jam packed with history and gold mining relics. Our knowledgeable guides will enthrall you with tales from the colorful gold mining past.

We will kit you out with all the gear you’ll need from the ground up at our base beside the historic Pipeline built back in 1864, before taking to the water at the put in point made famous as “The Ford of Bruinen” in the Lord of the Rings movie.

Our trip by bus and raft is a unique way to experience the wonderful backcountry we have close by in Queenstown, and is suitable for everyone from 3 years upwards.

Special packages for groups & conferences by arrangement.

PO Box 1224
familyadventures Queenstown
www.familyadventures.co.nz
Phone 03 442 8836 or 0800 4 RAFTING
Email: info@familyadventures.co.nz

DART RIVER JET SAFARIS

Queenstown’s Dart River Jet Safaris experiences are unique combinations of breathtaking ‘World Heritage’ scenery, exciting braided river Jet Boating, Maori heritage and inspiring adventure – truly authentic discoveries of everything that makes New Zealand an exceptional destination. Dart River Jet Safaris, the only operator on the Dart River, can take you on the longest and most sensational Jet Boat journeys available in the Queenstown area. They are diverse adventures from the head of mighty Lake Wakatipu into the pristine Dart River and spectacular Mount Aspiring National Park. Explore this World Heritage Area steeped in legend and mystery with the journey that suits you best from our range of 3 amazing Safari options – the discovery of the Wilderness Safari, the exhilarating Jet Boat Safari, or the unique Funyak Safari adventure.

The Funyak Safari is truly unique – it’s the only experience of its type in the Queenstown region and is the most fun way to explore and experience every aspect of this amazing area.

First of all you’ll travel an exciting 1 1⁄4 hours up the Dart River by Jet Boat, with all the thrills of braided shallow river Jet Boating and world famous jet spins, then you’ll begin your ‘Funyak’ journey in one of our unique inflatable ‘Funyak’ canoes.

After full instructions, you’ll paddle / drift for a spectacular two hours downstream, taking in all the awe-inspiring sights found amidst the Dart River’s shimmering channels. Stop amongst the ancient beech forest to enjoy a wilderness buffet lunch and explore the hidden side streams, rock pools and dramatic chasms such as the beautiful Rockburn.

Then continue downstream to Paradise, where you’ll be taken by 4WD coach to Glenorchy, stopping to view the stunning scenery that has inspired films the world over.

Dart River Jet Safaris
Booking Office - Queenstown Information Centre
Corner Camp and Shotover Streets
PO Box 76
Queenstown

Visit Dart River Jet SafarisPhone: +64 3 442 9992
Email: reservations@dartriverjetsafaris.co.nz
Website: www.dartriverjetsafaris.com

QUEENSTOWN RAFTING

We are a locally owned and operated and is NZ’s largest rafting operator. We provide excitement on two local Queenstown rivers as well as a 3 day, 2 night wilderness rafting expedition in South Westland. The Shotover River is one of NZ’s most popular rafting rivers and travels through the spectacular Skippers Canyon, the world’s 2nd largest gold bearing river. The Kawarau is a scenic, large volume river culminating in the largest commerically rafted rapid, the 400m Dog Leg.

The Landsborough wilderness rafting option is a journey through isolated, unspoiled New Zealand back country. Everything is provided, including amazing meals and exciting river action. Two night’s camping in this incredible wilderness area makes this a unique NZ wilderness experience. Our purpose built rafting lodge is situated on the banks of the spectacular Shotover River and offers apre-rafting facilities including hot showers, saunas and complimentary snack at our fully licensed café.

Queenstown Rafting
35 Shotover StreetVisit Queenstown Rafting
Queenstown, New Zealand
Free Phone: 0800 RAFTING (0800 723 8464)
Phone: +64 3 442 9792
Fax: +64 3 442 4609
Email: info@queenstownrafting.co.nz

WILD EARTH ADVENTURES

Silver Peaks Rafting & Jet Boat Tours

Enjoy a great day out on the Taieri River either rafting the gorge or jet boating up the river and rafting down the lower Taieri River. Fabulous scenery is the strong point of the first part of the trip, as you pass through native coastal bush that is over 8 centuries old. Enjoy the thrill of whitewater as we head down the gorge to the BBQ site. Recharge with a bite to eat, relaxing in the peace and tranquility on the banks of the river surrounded by native bush. After lunch there are opportunities to wander through the bush for a guided walk. Then complete your rafting trip to end at Outram Glen.

Add an extra level of activity and excitement to your day rafting through the Taieri Challenge. An exciting motivational activity designed to get your group working as a team. We have a variety of trip options to suit all ages and abilities from Primary School students to fit teams looking for an extra challenge. Just call or email for further details and a price list.

Wild Earth Adventures
Emma Ramsay Brown Visit Wild Earth Adventures
Ph +64 3 473 6535
Fx +64 3 473 6539
PO Box 6269
Dunedin
New Zealand
Website: www.wildearth.co.nz
Email: emma@wildearth.co.nz


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