- Most Popular!
- September–May
- 4.5 hours Duration 4.5 hours
- Ages 8+ Ages Ages 8+
- Level 3 Level Level 3
The high-volume Kawarau River is bursting with adrenaline, and this trip will challenge your nerves from start to finish.
Quick Details
Kick off the action for the day by entering the Gibbston Valley Canyon on a natural waterside. Just sit back as your guide descends you down and into the unknown! Feel the excitement of climbing through massive stone walls as you navigate the canyon. Become one with nature as you experience the impressive power of the water as you abseil down waterfalls.
In the second half of your day, navigate the Kawarau River and ride the grade 3 rapids by bodyboard. On this epic adventure, you will test your physical abilities by swimming, spinning and surfing the Kawarau River. Travel up to 12 km of white water and rapid action and become King or Queen of the River!
Requirements
Everyone must be able to swim, be confident in water and reasonably fit. Minimum age for Riversurfing and Drifting is 8 years of age. As a private guide is provided for children under 12 years of age please contact us first for prior arrangement. Minimum age for Sledging is 12 years of age.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund will be given providing notice of cancellation is received at least 48 hours of the trip departure.
The high-volume Kawarau River is bursting with adrenaline, and this trip will challenge your nerves from start to finish.
Get up close and personal with white water and mighty rapids on our custom-made sledges. Master the river; be in control.
Blast upstream on a thrilling jet boat and drift back at a much gentler pace.