Kawarau River Whitewater Rafting
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April 2026
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Seriously this trip IS THE BEST!!!!
Seriously this trip IS THE BEST!!!!! The price is so cheap for what you do!! It is the best value for money and the most amazing thing you will do. The helicopter flight was UNREAL!!! We flew so close to the mountains and right down in-between the canyons. We landed on the river banks of the Shotover river and started the white water rafting. I had never done either of these things, so it was absolutely superb! I cannot stop raving about how awesome it is! If you go to Queenstown, do not miss this!!!
Had a brilliant afternoon white water rafting in queenstown
Had a brilliant afternoon white water rafting in queenstown. Our guide was brilliant and told us stories of the mining history. The white water rafting itself was great fun but we were hoping for more rapids - the first 8km was very calm. Having said this, if it had been raining more I expect it would have been more difficult! Overall a brilliant afternoon.
What you can expect
Rafting on the Kawarau River combines both beautiful landscapes and a heart-racing adrenaline activity in Queenstown. With Grade 2-3 rapids, the Kawarau River Rafting is perfect for first time rafters, or those looking for a mix of thrills and a scenic river journey. The highlight of this Queenstown rafting trip is the unforgettable 400m Dog Leg rapid, the longest commercially rafted rapid in New Zealand.
Not only will you be rafting down the Kawarau River, but you will also be given the chance to swim a section and even cliff jump. With a variety of rapids and changing river levels, you can expect a gripping ride no matter what.
The expert Kawarau River Rafting guides will provide you with a full safety briefing before your departure. With one guide per raft, they will be with you every step of the way to tackle the rapids on your journey down the river. After all the exhilaration, you'll head back to the Rafting Base where you can enjoy the comfort of hot showers post-trip.
Location
What you need to know
- RealNZ Visitors Centre, 88 Beach street, 9300 for those wanting complimentary transport from Queenstown CBD
- 1 Arthurs Point Road for self- drive
- Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Recent reviews
Awesome white water rafting experience. Highly recommend Experience Oz.
We had an amazing white-water rafting tour! Booking through Experience OZ was super easy, and the pricing was affordable, which made the whole experience even better. The tour itself was packed with adrenaline and unforgettable moments. The whole day was fun, exciting, and professionally run. We enjoyed every minute of it and would highly the tour, and booking through Experience OZ to anyone looking for an adventurous and memorable experience.
Review for Shotover River Whitewater Rafting - Grade 3-5
Absolutely awesome experience, would recommend it to anyone! The instructors are absolutely excellent and definitely made it a memorable experience!
Absolutely awesome experience, would recommend it to anyone! The instructors are absolutely excellent and definitely made it a memorable experience!
Review for Shotover River Whitewater Rafting
The guides were hilarious and made it such fun.
This was the highlight of our holiday. OMG the trip up Skippers road alone was scary. The guides were hilarious and made it such fun. It wasn't such a huge rapid as been dry and sunny for days but still pretty butt clenching at times. Would definitely do this again next time we visit NZ
Review for Shotover River Whitewater Rafting
Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-6804
- This experience is supplied by TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Farm Tours
