Kawarau River Jet-To-Raft Experience

• Get up to 10% cash back when you book with us

• 30-minute jet boat ride down Lake Wakatipu and the Kawarau River

• Experience 360-degree spins and stunning river views

• Full wetsuit clothing and rafting equipment provided

• A relaxing hot shower at the rafters lodge

• A fully comprehensive safety briefing

Experience the best of the Kawarau River with two of Queenstown’s most iconic adventures – jet boating and whitewater rafting!

Race down the Kawarau River before your skilled driver sends you from high speeds into a 360-degree spin.

A great introduction to whitewater rafting, the four rapids on the Kawarau River are exciting and the scenery is superb.

This rafting trip is perfect for first-time rafters, families and school groups and provides a great taste of whitewater action with plenty of opportunities to splash around. You can even try a cliff jump or swim through a rapid!

Between rapids, you will experience calmer stretches of river, with a unique perspective of the historic Kawarau Bungy Bridge as your raft passes underneath. Experience the rugged Gibbston Valley wine region and Lord of the Rings country as you float through the rocky cliffs and blue waters of the Kawarau River.

The grand finale is the unforgettable 400 metre Dog Leg Rapid which is sure to leave you buzzing with adrenaline! 

Check in –  88 Beach Street (opposite the Crowne Plaza Hotel). 

• Reservations can be transferred to another date (subject to availability) up to 24 hours prior to departure with no transfer free incurred.

• Cancellations must be received the day prior to trip departure.

• No refunds will be given for no-shows or changes made less than 4 hours prior to departure. 

• Due to weather or river conditions, rafting may not be able to operate for safety reasons and an alternative trip date or refund will be offered.

• All rafting trips require a minimum number of 8 passengers for departures. Bookings will be accepted for numbers less than the required minimum number on the basis that bookings will be co-ordinated to achieve minimum numbers.

• Minimum age is 13 years. Anyone under 18 will need to be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. A child waiver must be signed by a guardian. Forms supplied at time of travel.

• The weight range for rafting is 40kg – 120kg

• All rafting operates subject to suitable to river and weather conditions

•  Challenge Rafting reserves the right to alter prices, departure times and raft routes

• Basic swimming is required – it is essential that all parties are confident swimmers and comfortable in deep water

• Rafting is not permitted if you are pregnant, had heart surgery, coronary disease, cardiac arrest or heart related medication (excludes blood pressure medication)

• You must speak or understand English

• For safety and operational reasons, specific numbers are required in order to operate; a raft trip must have a minimum of 6 people, therefore The Operator asks for you to call the day prior to departure to reconfirm your trip

• Bookings will be accepted for numbers less than the required minimum number on the basis that bookings will be coordinated to achieve minimum numbers

• If The Operator does not achieve minimum numbers, they can reschedule, or cancel your booking without charge