• Morning Star Reserve - Discover the rugged charm and pristine majesty of the stunning landscape as you navigate this wild and untamed river. Challenge yourself with six rapids along the Shotover River, interspersed with calm stretches perfect for enjoying the scenery, taking a swim, and absorbing its rich gold mining history.

The long and narrow grade 4-5 Mother features rapids like Aftershock, Squeeze, Toilet, and Pinball. Raft through the 170-meter Oxenbridge Tunnel in darkness and conquer the Cascade Rapid to complete your adventure.

Please note, for safety reasons, there is a minimum weight requirement of 40.0 kg and a maximum weight of 120.0 kg. Participants must also be confident swimmers.

• Courtesy coach transfers from centrally located meeting point
• All necessary equipment- wetsuit, life jacket, spray jacket, booties, helmet
• Bus Ride through Skippers Canyon
• White water rafting down the Shotover River
• Hot showers
• Safety briefing, professional guides

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Queenstown’s renowned Shotover River offers thrilling white water rafting adventures for adrenaline seekers. Begin your journey with a drive through Skippers Canyon to reach the rafting starting point. Navigate the Shotover River, conquering its wild and untamed rapids. Conclude your adventure by rafting through the dark 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel and plunging into Cascade Rapid.

• It is essential that all parties are confident swimmers and comfortable in deep water.
• Weight restrictions - Under 40 kg (88lbs) and over 120kg (264lbs) will not be permitted to participate. (weighing maybe required upon check-in).
• Minimum age - 13 years - Children aged between 13 and 15 years must be accompanied by a guardian
• If a traveller wishes to discontinue with the rafting experience during the trip, the traveller is liable for all costs associated with removing them from the river. This term is void if a medical or natural emergency arises and evacuation is required.
• If you are pregnant you cannot participate on this experience and if you do so without notifying the Raft Guides guides of your conditions you do so at your own risk
• Under 18 years - Guardian conditions apply.
• Suitable for water competent people of moderate fitness.
• People with a heart condition or taking heart medication are unable to participate.
• Trips are weather, river level and/or water temperature dependent.
• You must speak or understand English.
• Not able to participate if who have had Heart Surgery, Coronary Disease, Cardiac Arrest, or Heart-Related Medication excluding blood pressure medication
• Must be able to swim at least 25 meters unassisted and have moderate fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.