Triple Challenge (Jet Boat Ride, Helicopter and White Water Rafting)
based on 7 reviews
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
Departs from: Queenstown, New Zealand
Product code: 3342TCC
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The whole experience was great. Every second was thrilling! Read more ›
Marcella R, Australia, January 2008
Your adrenaline-rushing adventure begins when you check in at the Queenstown Rafting Adventure Centre, where you will be given a short briefing on the format of the Shotover Triple Challenge. From here you will be transferred to the Shotover River for the first part of the Triple Challenge, an exciting ride in the world famous Shotover Jet Boats on the Shotover River. Speed through the towering, rocky canyons of the South Island's river of gold. HANG ON tight as you experience the famous 'Shotover Jet turn', where your boat spins through a full 360 degrees in its own length.
Immediately following the jet boat ride, you proceed to Cavell's Rafting Lodge, where you change into a full wetsuit. Transfer to the heli-pad and climb aboard a turbine-powered helicopter for a spectacular rollercoaster flight up Skippers Canyon.
You will land at Deep Creek, where you'll meet the experienced white water rafting guides. After extensive safety instructions and paddling techniques, board your raft and paddle over peaceful waters at first, before striking the exhilarating rapids of the lower Canyon. Experience rapids such as Rock Garden, Sharks Fin, Toilet, Pinball, Jaws, Sequel and the unforgettable, 170 meter Oxenbridge Tunnel, followed closely by Cascade Rapid. From your take out point, you will be transferred to Cavell's Rafting Lodge for a hot shower and sauna, before returning back to Queenstown.
Schedule Details
Departure Dates:
Daily
Unavailable Dates:
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
Departure Point:
Queenstown Rafting Adventure Centre, 35 Shotover Street, Queenstown.Departure Time:
- All Year Round
- 12:15pm
- 7:30am
- 12:15pm
Return details:
Tour concludes at the Queenstown Rafting Adventure Centre.$ Pricing Information
- Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date
- Adults prices apply to all travelers
- Children must be aged 13 years and over to participate
- Children aged between 13 and 15 years must have a guardian travel with them
- All travelers between the age of 15 and 18 years require a waiver to be signed by a guardian if they are unaccompanied.
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Additional Information
The unforgettable 170 meter Oxenbridge Tunnel
Inclusions:
- Shotover Jet Boat ride
- Skippers Canyon helicopter flight
- White Water Rafting excursion on the Shotover River
- All rafting equipment and clothing (wetsuit, wetsuit jacket, spray jacket, paddle, helmet, wetsuit booties and a life jacket)
- Extensive safety instructions and paddling techniques
- Hot showers and sauna
- Complimentary tea and coffee provided
- Coach transfers to and from Queenstown
- New Zealand's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Exclusions:
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Optional gratuities
Additional Info:
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of travel.
- Confirmation for this product will be received at time of booking.
- You must bring along a swimsuit and towel
- The guides are fully licensed and are carefully chosen on the basis of their skill and experience, their ability to make sound decisions and their ability to communicate and identify with our clients.
- The rafting on the Shotover River varies in difficulty according to river levels. In the event the Shotover River is unsuitable, rafting may be transferred to the Kawarau River. Trips may be cancelled due to weather or river conditions.
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.