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Half Day Canyoning Experience Queenstown

331 Reviews 4.90 out of 5 stars Based on 331 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 98% of reviewers | Queenstown, New Zealand

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Overview

Our half day canyoning experience has a little bit of everything in an action packed 4 hour (approx) round trip. We walk in through an ancient beech forest that hides the high-walled canyon. Once in, you’ll descend the canyon by zipline, abseiling/rappelling waterfalls, plunging into natural pools, floating down narrow passageways and cascading down chutes - all in beautiful natural surroundings.

It's an awesome and exhilarating feeling. 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 moving water and have a reasonable level of fitness.
Go for it, you’ll have a blast! Minimum age is 12 years.
We are the only canyoning operator to use 2 guides on each trip, have showers and changing rooms at our purpose-built facility.
And we have a shop in the centre of town!

What's Included

  • Light refreshments
  • All safety equipment
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
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Meeting Location

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Camp Street
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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What To Expect

Pack a whole lot of action and a huge amount of memories into half a day.

The trip begins at the Adventure Centre in Queenstown where you’ll meet the guides in our departure lounge.

Then, it’s a 10 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 investment in heated changing rooms and hot showers.

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 moving water and have a reasonable level of fitness.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half Day Canyoning Experience Queenstown?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 331 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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