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Skydiving, Paragliding and Hangliding |
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You can take to the skies in all manner of ways around Queenstown. Tandem paragliding, tandem hang gliding and tandem skydiving all offer the thrill of 'free flight'. This is a great idea for first timers as no experience is necessary.
There are a number of operators in the Queenstown area. Our friendly Hippo Lodge staff can help tailor your adventure to whatever you desire. |
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Milford Sound |
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Regarded by many as one of the scenic wonders of the world, Milford Sound is New Zealand's most visited natural attraction!
A scenic cruise is a must. Various companies provide a range of cruise options, boat sizes and departure times. You could also get really close to nature with a kayak and fully appreciate the area's wildlife and environment. |
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AJ Hackett Kawarau Bridge Bungy |
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 At the world's best-loved Bungy site, you can choose from a number of options; topple over backwards, forwards, with another person, spin or somersault. Kawarau Bridge Bungy is also the only Bungy in Queenstown where you can choose to bob above the water, touch it, or be fully immersed. |
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Shotover Jet |
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 No visit to Queenstown is complete without a ride in the Shotover Jet, the World’s most exciting Jet Boat ride. Once aboard, your expert driver puts your famous 'Big Red' jet boat through its paces, speeding past rocky outcrops with only inches to spare, twisting through narrow canyons, and a major highlight - the famous 'Shotover Jet' turn, where your boat spins through a full 360° in its own length. |
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Kawarau Jet Boat Ride |
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 You can step onto a big yellow Kawarau Jet boat every hour at the Main Town Pier in the centre of Queenstown. In an unforgettable jetboat experience you’ll be transported from the sophisticated downtown area into the channels of two of New Zealand’s most scenic rivers. |
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Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride |
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A thrilling jet boat ride that blasts through the spectacular Skippers Canyon.
Getting there is half the fun, transport is provided to and from Queenstown on the Skippers Canyon Road, carved from schist rock this road travels through some of the greatest scenery New Zealand has to offer.
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Skiing - Queenstown |
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Queenstown is surrounded by some of the most spectacular alpine scenery and fantastic skiing facilities. Within easy reach of the town are two ski areas - Coronet Peak & The Remarkables and then only a scenic drive away are Treble Cone & Cardrona Ski Areas.
Most ski-touring is done between July and October, while the first of the fields may become operational in late June. The last usually closes early October, depending upon snow conditions.
Our friendly staff can also help you with any hiring of equipment and bus transfers to and from the Ski fields. |
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White Water Rafting |
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Challenge yourself to some action packed white water rafting, suitable for participants of all abilities.
There are a number of rafting operators in Queenstown ranging from a days adventure suitable for families, through to some of the most challenging rapids commercially rafted.
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Canyon Swing |
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 The World's highest rope swing at 109m/360ft. Jump or be released from the purpose built cliff mounted platform, then freefall 60m into the canyon before smoothly entering a giant 200m arc at 159kph.
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Nevis Highwire Bungy |
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Nevis Highwire, 134 metres above the Nevis River is said to be the highest fixed bungy jump in the world with 8.5 seconds of falling. Even just getting there is fun. Your Nevis Highwire Bungy experience kicks off with a rugged 35 minute back-blocks 4 x 4 drive before you are harnessed up aboard a shuttle and crossing the canyon to the Bungy Pod.
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Flight Simulator |
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Here's your chance to fly into any Airport in the world in a CAA approved simulator - including Queenstown - one of the world's trickiest airports. All flights with an instructor. |
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Nevis Snowmobile |
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A truly unique experience! A scenic 12 minute helicopter ride takes you to a high mountain plateau (inaccessible by road). You spend a thrilling half-day high up on a truly remote mountain range playing in the elements. The ride is at your own pace - you are master of your own snowmobile! |
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Arrowtown |
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A must stop on the way back from Cardrona or Treble Cone. Lots of cosy little cafes and bars to stop and relax in and enjoy a hot chocolate or an apres ski drink. |
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Heli Ski |
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One of the most exhilarating winter activities in the world, and you don't need to be an expert skier or boarder either. If you can handle the blue runs, and the thought of riding un-tracked powder in a spectacular alpine environment appeals to you, then be sure to check it out.
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