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Queenstown Half-Day Canyoning Adventure

Offered by Canyon Explorers

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$249.00 per person

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4 hours (approx.) Mobile or paper ticket accepted Offered in: English

Half-day canyoning from Queenstown with ziplining, abseiling waterfalls, slides and pools. Includes gear, guides, hot showers; no experience needed.

Tour Overview

This half day canyoning trip packs a lot into around four hours, starting with check-in at the Canyon Explorers shop in Queenstown, 15 minutes before departure. From there, it’s a 15 minute drive to base to get fitted with canyoning gear, followed by a safety briefing before heading out with your guides.

The approach takes you through ancient native beech forest to the start of the canyon. Inside, the route combines ziplining, abseiling waterfalls, sliding, plunging into clear natural pools, floating through narrow passageways and moving down chutes. The experience is active and varied, with guides instructing you through each section and offering easier route options along the way, so you can choose the level of challenge that suits you.

This trip is designed for first-timers through to experienced adventure seekers, and also works well for groups and team building. No previous canyoning experience is needed, but you should be confident in deep water and have a reasonable level of fitness. The minimum age is 12 years and the maximum weight is 120kg.

After the canyon, there’s a short drive back to base, where changing rooms, hot showers, and tea, coffee or hot chocolate are provided.

What's Included

  • Light refreshments
  • Professional guide
  • All safety equipment
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Waterproof footwear
  • Wetsuits & helmets
  • Transport by private vehicle

Not Included:

  • Swimwear
  • Towel

What To Expect

Pack a whole lot of action and a huge amount of memories into half a day. Check in is a strict 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE - we meet the Canyon Explorers shop in Queenstown. Then, it’s a 15 minute drive to our base to be fitted with canyoning gear. Following a safety briefing, your guides will lead the group through beautiful, ancient beech forest to the start of the canyon. We descend and explore the canyon by zip line, abseiling (rappelling) waterfalls, slides, plunging into natural pools, floating down narrow passageways and cascading down chutes – all in beautiful natural surroundings. It’s an awesome and exhilarating feeling. You can choose the level of challenge you want throughout the trip – our guides can provide easier routes and they will instruct you through every adventure! Then it’s a short drive back to base where you’ll appreciate our changing rooms, hot showers and tea, coffee or hot chocolate. The Queenstown canyon half day trip is suitable for first-timers to adventure seekers and is a great option for groups and team building. No previous canyoning experience is required but you should be confident in deep water and have a reasonable level of fitness.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

39 Camp Street

39 Camp Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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YOU MUST CHECK IN 15 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME at the Adventure Centre at 39 Camp Street, Queenstown. Nearest intersection is Shotover St.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Important Information

• CHECK IN IS A STRICT 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE - non refundable for late arrivals or no shows. • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. Our health and safety policy does not permit us to carry persons who: • Are under the influence of alcohol or drugs • Are pregnant • Do not fit the equipment provided • Weigh more than 120 kg (you may be required to be weighed prior to a trip departure) • Have a medical or health condition(s) that may be affected by this activity

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Weight limit of 120kg
  • Children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Children under the age of 18 must have parent or guardian signed consent.
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • All medical conditions will need to be declared before departure
  • We recommend that you wear a non cotton thermal underlayer (merino or polypro)

Cancellation Policy

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