Routeburn Canyoning from Queenstown

*** 2021 Season. This activity is currently available for group bookings by request only. Please contact us to enquire ***

Description

The combination of the breathtaking beauty of Mt Aspriring National Park and a heady adrenalin rush are unbeatable as you travel down the Bridal Stream in a variety of ways—by jumping, abseiling, ziplining and more!

Set against the stunning backdrop of Glenorchy, you will travel above the pristine turquoise waters of Lake Wakatipu to a hidden location deep in the Routeburn Valley. You will be awed and inspired by the incredible natural environment and the raw wilderness of an area not far from several locations used in the filming of the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

What sets a canyon apart from an ordinary stream is that dramatic narrow passages are lovingly worn into bedrock over hundreds, thousands or even millions of years, leaving behind exquisitely sculpted walls and gushing waterfalls. Canyoning, or canyoneering as it is known in the US, involves exploring the streams and creeks situated within a canyon using various methods and tools, including walking, climbing, abseiling and swimming. Canyoning can be enjoyed in all kinds of weather and is one of the best ways to truly experience the wonders of nature.

All activities will be overseen by professional and qualified guides who will perform full demonstrations to ensure you feel safe and confident at all times. Safety briefings are carried out before each mission. After a 30 minute ascending walk through the bushlands you will arrive at the starting point of your canyoning adventure. This canyon is more challenging than the half day Queenstown canyon and is suited to people that have a strong level of fitness and high water confidence. Previous canyoning experience or similar is preferred. Non-swimmers can consider instead the  Queenstown Adventurer tour.

Trip Includes

• Return transfers from central Queenstown to Glenorchy (1 hour drive)
• Up to 3hrs canyoning
• Lunch
• We supply all equipment

Duration

• Allow 8hrs round trip from Queenstown

Departures

• 9am from Queenstown 
• Check in at the Adventure Centre, 39 Camp street, Queenstown
• Operates Oct - April only (does not operate during winter)

Other Information

• Minimum age is 15 years
• You must be able to swim to do this activity
• Non swimmers can do the Queenstown Adventurer
• High level of fitness required
• Please bring swimwear & a towel
• All other equipment is provided
• Photos are not available for purchase however you are welcome to bring your Go Pro with you. Go Pro's are also available to rent for $40 and the SD card with all of your videos & images on is $25
• Maximum weight 120 kg 

*** 2021 Season. This activity is currently available for group bookings by request only. Please contact us to enquire ***