Rafting - Packrafting & Hiking Adventure

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Description

Experience a unique day trip packrafting and be immersed in the great wilderness of the southern hemisphere as you get off the beaten track. Whether you are wanting to challenge yourself or you simply want to escape the everyday life then this trip will surely satisfy. Your fun filled day of packrafting is an inclusive outdoors experience. You will get to hike, climb, swim, relax, raft or simply float your way as you take in the breathtaking scenery. Armed with your own packraft, paddle and walking boots you are sure to have an adventurous day.  

The lightweight packrafts are perfect for adventuring and ensure access to some of the most remote and undisturbed rivers in the region which are unreachable with conventional boats and kayaks. The location of your exploration will be decided the morning of your trip according to the conditions of the regions rivers and trails as well as the ability of the group. 

Your guides will tailor the trip to the group's strengths and need for adventure. You will be instructed on how to inflate the boats, be given a full safety briefing and learn the necessary skills to control them. As you embark on a guided packrafting tour down the river it's entirely up to you whether you want to sit back and float serenely, frolick on the riverbank or seek out some rapids to play in. The adventure is all yours!

Trip Includes

• Return transfers from central Queenstown 
• All gear supplied (life jacket, boats, wet suits, paddles, dry bag)
• Packrafting, hiking & swimming
• Lunch

Duration

• Allow a full day

Departures

• 8am
• Departs from behind the Station Building at the bus stop on Duke Street, central Queenstown or pick up from your Queenstown accommodation
• Operates Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday all year (except May-June)

Other Information

• Minimum age 16 years
• You must be able to swim
• This tour is very popular in the summer months so we recommend booking several weeks in advance. If you are booking for less than 2 weeks in advance please contact us to check availability first
• Reasonable level of fitness is required
• Maximum of 8 people per trip
• Please bring swimwear, towel & sturdy footwear that can get wet. No sandals 
• In summer you will need sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen & a warm outer layer
• In winter you will need warm clothing, hat, gloves, wind proof jacket & sunglasses
• Basic swimming ability required & water confident is always an advantage
• Hiking time approximately 2-3 hours
• Boating time approximately 2 hours
• Small to medium rapids
• You will have your own boat
• Includes safety briefing & packrafting instructions

*** This tour is currently unavailable. Check out more Queenstown Rafting trips by CLICKING HERE ***