Queenstown Activity
Dart River Wilderness Safari
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- Day Hikes
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- Jet Boating
- Multi-day Hiking
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Caving
- Biking
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Dart River Wilderness Safari
Jet Boat Action - Ancient Forest Walk - Scenic Back-Road Tour
The Wilderness Safari takes you on a spectacular 11/2 hour jet boat journey through the Dart's ever-changing braided river system, where you'll be surrounded by breathtaking snow-covered peaks, hidden valleys and waterfalls.
It includes an easy guided 30-40 minute walk through the 'Heritage Trail' at Paradise, where your knowledgeable guide will enliven your walk with an informative and entertaining commentary about the ancient native beech forest, the unique flora and fauna, as well as the fascinating Maori and colonial history of the area.
You'll also journey by 4WD coach via a scenic back-road route, while hearing stories about the surrounding countryside and stopping to view the scenery that has formed the epic backdrop for many international films, including "The Lord of the Rings".
Departs Daily (weather permitting):
7:40am and 11:40am from Queenstown Information Centre, corner Camp and Shotover Streets, Queenstown.
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9:00am and 1:00pm from Dart Visitor Centre, Mull Street Glenorchy.
Trip is 6 hours return to Queenstown, or 3 hours return to Glenorchy.
Included:
- Life jacket and spray jacket
- Shuttle from Queenstown with informative commentary and photo stop
- In Summer - sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen required.
- In Winter - warm clothing - hat, gloves, jacket, windproof outer jacket and eyewear required.
Minimum age is 5 years.
This trip is run in conjunction with another operator.
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