Queenstown Kawarau River White Water Rafting

Queenstown, New Zealand

Queenstown's Kawarau River is the largest volume river rafted commercially in the area, ideal for first-time rafters and adrenaline junkies alike. Sit back  enjoy the spectacular scenery as you paddle through the Kawarau River, which starred in the Lord of the Rings.

Stretches of quiet water allow ample time to practice paddling techniques, look at the scenery or get caught up in a friendly water fight. Four rapids -- Smiths Falls, Twin Bridges, Do Little Do Nothing, and of course, the unforgettable 400m Chinese Dog Leg, make this trip a great introduction to the thrills and adventure of white water rafting.

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.

USD $148.80

Traveler Reviews

Review by: Helen R	February 2012
Prompt, many (too many?) reminders. Great guide in boat.

Review by: Alex S	January 2011
The rafting trip was cancelled due to inclement weather.

Review by: D C	January 2011
Unfortunately, our trip got cancelled due to flooding of river. But definitely worth doing this on hotover river if you know swimming.

Review by: D C	January 2011
Unfortunately, our trip got cancelled due to flooding of river. But definitely worth doing this on hotover river if you know swimming.

Review by: Charlie M, United States of America	April 2010
Was told that Kawarau River didn't have enough people for the tour so instead they upgraded to Shotover. Amazing experience and highly recommended!

Review by: Graham S, Australia	February 2010
This tour was cancelled and we were placed on the shotover rafting instead. Very happy that they did. Shotover was excellent.

Review by: Walter N, United Kingdom	February 2010
White water rafting was switched to higher rated Skipper Canyon as not enough numbers for the easier rated Kawarau rafting. Safety briefing and training were very good. Would recommend the more difficult option.

Review by: Thomas B, United States of America	January 2010
It was a superb trip!

Review by: Rebecca S, Australia	March 2009
Depending on the weather, this experience could be truly awesome! I had a cold and overcast day but had a great time cruising down the river - it's not all rapids - and having a look at some of New Zealand's wonderful scenery, and had a great time in the rapids. Had a brilliant time, reckon you will too!!

Review by: Susan S, Australia	March 2008
This was absolutely fantastic. Great for beginners and the tour guides were amazingly friendly. Would definitely do again.

Review by: Paul K, Australia	January 2008
Awesome! The river rafting is very good. Highly recommend this, it was our first time and we all truly enjoyed ourselves.

Review by: Wood K	January 2008
Awesome! The river rafting is very good. Highly recommend this, it was our first time and we all truly enjoyed ourselves.

Review by: Michele W, Australia	February 2007
Using Viator was a hassel free way to book what we wanted to do. White water rafting was fantastic. We had a ball, you have got to give this a go. The staff were great, and although we only did the mild 'K' river it was an excellent way to learn how to master the craft. Well done!

Review by: Frances M, United Kingdom	February 2007
A pure adrenalin rush and not just for the young ones! We are middle-aged grandparents and we loved it. In fact we were on such a high that we immediately went and booked the _a href="http://www.viator.com/tours/New-Zealand/Queenstown-Shotover-River-White-Water-Rafting/d24-3342SRR" title="Queenstown Shotover White Water trip"_Queenstown Shotover White Water trip_/a_!