Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons
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Highlights
- The canyon section, unavailable to any other operator
- Full 360-degree spins
- Rock walls at arm’s length at speed
- Transfers from central Queenstown
Is it right for you?
- Seniors
- Possible for seniors, with care: It is a fast, splashy ride with sudden spins, so it suits someone happy with quick movement and getting wet rather than a gentle boat trip
- Getting around
- Little walking
- Children
- minimum height 100 cm; A minimum height of about a metre applies, and children under about 15 must ride with an adult
- Setting
- Outdoors
- Time of day
- Morning, Afternoon
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
From the operator's and venue's own published information. Tell your captain about anyone's mobility, age or food needs and we confirm the details for your date.
The story
The Shotover runs through narrow schist canyons and the boats go through them at speed, close in, with 360-degree spins thrown in when the driver feels like it.
It is the only operator permitted in the canyons themselves. Twenty-five minutes on the water, and you will be wet and slightly stunned at the end of it.
What happens
The plan as the operator runs it. Start times and pickup are confirmed for your date.
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Transfer from central Queenstown down to the Shotover canyon base, about fifteen minutes. Safety briefing, life jacket and spray jacket, then roughly twenty-five minutes on the water in a boat built to run fast through shallow water. The canyon section is the reason to take this operator rather than another: they hold the only concession to run it, and the boat goes through rock walls close enough that passengers instinctively pull their arms in. Full 360-degree spins happen whenever the driver raises a finger, which he does without warning. You will be wet, and in winter you will be extremely cold, and neither will matter. Transfers back to town are included.
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Inclusions
- Jet boat ride
- Life jacket and spray jacket
- Return transfers from Queenstown
Exclusions
- Photos and video
- Meals
- Accommodation
Know before you go
- You will get wet — leave anything precious in the lockers provided
- A minimum height of 1.0m applies, and under-15s must be with an adult
- Not permitted during pregnancy, and not suitable with back and neck injuries
- Runs year-round; winter is colder but no less good
Policies
Payment policy
Your quote sets out the deposit, the balance and when each is due.
Pay by UPI or bank transfer as per your quote.
Every rupee is receipted and the balance date is written on your confirmation.
5% GST and 2% TCS apply to overseas packages and are shown in your written quote before you pay.
Confirmation policy
We confirm on WhatsApp and email once your payment is received and our suppliers have confirmed.
A trip captain is assigned to you by name before you travel.
If we ever cancel a departure ourselves, you choose a full refund or a free date move.
Refund policy
Full refund if you cancel within 48 hours of booking and 30+ days before departure.
Refunds are processed to the original payment method within 7 working days.
Third-party charges already paid on your behalf (visa fees, non-refundable air or hotel) are deducted and itemised.
Cancellation policy
30+ days before departure: lose only the deposit.
15–29 days: 50% of the package cost.
7–14 days: 75% of the package cost.
Under 7 days or no-show: no refund.
One free date change up to 15 days before departure.
Why book with Travelers Clan
- Safety rules up front. We confirm the operator’s age, health and weather rules for your date before you pay.
- Paperwork guidance. Visa requirements and applicable taxes confirmed in your quote.
- Clear payment terms. Deposit and cancellation conditions set out before payment.
- Know your support. Your final plan confirms local contacts and any guide or trip-captain services.
Before you book
Questions travellers ask
How much does Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons cost?
Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons starts at ₹7,999 per person. GST and TCS are added and shown in your written quote before payment. The final price depends on your date, time slot and group size.
What is included in Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons?
Included: Jet boat ride; Life jacket and spray jacket; Return transfers from Queenstown.
What is not included in Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons?
Not included: Photos and video; Meals; Accommodation.
How long is Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons, and when does it run?
2 hours in Shotover River, Otago. Time slots: 09:00; 11:00; 14:00. Ask the team for a different time slot, or to add transfers.
What should I know before booking Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons?
You will get wet — leave anything precious in the lockers provided. A minimum height of 1.0m applies, and under-15s must be with an adult. Not permitted during pregnancy, and not suitable with back and neck injuries. Runs year-round; winter is colder but no less good.
What is the cancellation policy for Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons?
30+ days before departure: lose only the deposit. 15–29 days: 50% of the package cost. 7–14 days: 75% of the package cost. Under 7 days or no-show: no refund. One free date change up to 15 days before departure.
Is Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons suitable for seniors or elderly parents?
It can suit seniors, with some care. It is a fast, splashy ride with sudden spins, so it suits someone happy with quick movement and getting wet rather than a gentle boat trip. Little walking.
Can children do Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons, and is there a minimum age?
The minimum height is 100 cm. A minimum height of about a metre applies, and children under about 15 must ride with an adult.
Is Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons indoors or outdoors?
It is outdoors, so plan around the heat and the weather.
How do I book Queenstown: The Shotover Canyons?
Send your requirements from the trip page or on WhatsApp. The planning team reviews your enquiry during planning hours (10am–10pm IST) to confirm costs and availability. An enquiry is not a booking — a booking exists once a captain confirms it and your deposit clears.
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