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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".
Departures:
1 October to 31 May, 8am and 12pm daily.
1 June to 30 September, 8am daily.
Please meet at Dart River Jet Safaris at 27 Shotover Street, Queenstown.
Trip is 6 hours return to Queenstown, or 3 hours return to Glenorchy.
Included:
Refreshment
Life jacket and spray jacket
Shuttle from Queenstown with informative commentary and photo stop
Minimum age is 3 years. Infants 3 and 4 years old free with fare paying adult. Child price applies for 5 - 15 years.
In Summer - sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen required.
In Winter - warm clothing - hat, gloves, jacket, windproof outer jacket and eyewear required.
This trip is run in conjunction with another operator.
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".
Departures:
1 October to 31 May, 8am and 12pm daily.
1 June to 30 September, 8am daily.
Please meet at Dart River Jet Safaris at 27 Shotover Street, Queenstown.
Trip is 6 hours return to Queenstown, or 3 hours return to Glenorchy.
Included:
Refreshment
Life jacket and spray jacket
Shuttle from Queenstown with informative commentary and photo stop
Minimum age is 3 years. Infants 3 and 4 years old free with fare paying adult. Child price applies for 5 - 15 years.
In Summer - sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen required.
In Winter - warm clothing - hat, gloves, jacket, windproof outer jacket and eyewear required.
This trip is run in conjunction with another operator.
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