Queenstown Shotover and Kawarau Rivers Speed Boat Ride
About this activity
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Experience Highlights
Hop aboard a speedboat and cruise around Lake Wakatipu and the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers at high speed. The duration of the activity will be 1 hour, during which time you will be able to drift through the water and make 360 degree turns, while enjoying the spectacular views of the Remarkables mountain range from the water .
Throughout the activity you will be accompanied by an expert guide, from whom you will learn many interesting facts about the ecosystem of the area, as well as the flora and fauna that inhabit it. An activity full of beauty and adrenaline, ideal for nature lovers and thrill seekers.
- Enjoy a high-speed speed speedboat ride around Queenstown
- Take in the breathtaking views of the Remarkables mountain range from the water.
- Learn about the area's habitat and local flora and fauna from your expert guide.
What’s included
- Speedboat ride on the Shotover and Kawarau rivers
- Expert guide
- Life jackets
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Step by Step
In this activity you will have the opportunity, for about 1 hour, to travel by motorboat around Lake Wakatipu and the Shotover and Kawarau Rivers. You will be accompanied by an expert guide, from whom you will learn many interesting facts about the flora, fauna and ecosystem of the places you will visit.
During the tour, you can enjoy the adrenaline rush of speeding along in a speedboat, holding on tight as the boat makes 360-degree turns or skids across the water. You can also take in the view of the Remarkables mountain range, known for its high snow-capped peaks and beautiful scenery.
You can take spectacular photos of the surrounding nature and admire the New Zealand landscape, which is characterised by vast expanses of well-preserved wilderness . Not for nothing has this island been the location of countless film sagas, such as The Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia or X Men .
At the end of the tour, you will be taken back to the original starting point, as it is a round trip. Whether you come with your family or friends, this is an ideal way to experience New Zealand's natural beauty with a bit of adrenaline and fun.