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Amuri Alpine Rafting & Return Jet Boat Ride - Hanmer Springs

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Experience the thrill of River Rafting on the Waiau Gorge with Amuri Alpine Rafting!

Experience the thrill of River Rafting on the Waiau Gorge with Amuri Alpine Rafting!

Highlights

  • Experience the thrill and excitment of Alpine river rafting through the Waiau Gorge
  • Beauitful scenery, prisitine river, trout and native bush
  • Take a swim in the Waiau River and jump off the rocks if you dare!
  • Get your adrenalin pumping with ride over the Grade 2 rapids
  • Rip roaring Jet boat ride back to the Amuri River Base



*** A top action attraction for the whole family! ***


Experience the thrill of River Rafting on the Waiau Gorge with Amuri Alpine Rafting!

Your adventure begins when you depart from the Amuri river base and head downstream on a scenic trip through the stunning Waiau Gorge.

Be in awe of the dazzling landscape that surrounds you as you float on this pristine river and keep an eye out for trout that may be feeding beneath you.

There will be the opportunity for a swim and to jump off rocks into the Waiau’s crystal clear waters (weather dependant) or you can simply relax and take in the outstanding scenery as you float downstream.

Next up is an adrenalin-pumping ride through the Waiau’s Grade 2 rapids…full on fun for all the family!

The finale of the trip will be an exciting journey by jet boat back to the Amuri river base.



An unforgettable and authentic kiwi adventure that’s simply not to be missed!

Adult $169.00
Child $99.00 (6-13 years)
Family $379.00 (2 Adults and up to 3 children (6 -13yrs))

What's included

  • River rafting trip down the Waiau Gorge with all gear and Jet boat ride back to base

Duration

  • Allow approximately 2 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Corner Hanmer Springs Rd and Lewis Pass Rd
  • Hanmer Springs. Approx 1hr 45mins from Christchurch.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the weather or anything else out of your control) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • ***Please note that we require a minimum of two adults for the trip to go ahead***

    Risk Disclosure

Available Bookings from 30 Mar to 12 Apr 2024

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  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

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  • Family$379.00

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  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$119.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$119.90 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$169.00
  • Child$99.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

  • Adult$129.00
  • Child$69.00
  • Family$379.00

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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Tangi Habib from New Zealand wrote on 15 February 2021

Rafting trip

Lovely opportunity to get out onto the river. Gentle ride suitable for first timers and children

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shonab3 from New Zealand wrote on 31 January 2024

What a blast!!!

For our family of 6 we found this was a top class experience that we will always remember doing together! Special thanks to our guide/instructor Darryl he really did make it a great day for us :-)

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TeRangimarie Murphy from New Zealand wrote on 22 January 2024

Wow!

The river was perfect for us as we're beginners. We didn't know what to expect but we had a blast! Our instructor was awesome, kind and friendly with heaps of kiwi banter. Definitely would do it again.

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Leighton Baker from New Zealand wrote on 21 January 2024

Fun, relaxing trip

the staff were really helpful and friendly. The guide makes the trip and he was a combination of fun and informative. We had a great time and would definitely recommend to others.

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Mike Smart from New Zealand wrote on 15 January 2024

Fantastic time

What a great trip, rafting down the river and a jet boat ride back up. Our guide was Andrew, he was very in formative ,funny and gave you complete confidence in the water. If you're unsure if you want to go rafting ,please go , you wont regret it. Just a fab time had by all !,

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