Jet Boat – Gold Pan – Explore – Relax.
Don’t miss this fascinating and fun attraction – The centre of where the Goldrush began. Take an exhilarating jet boat through the spectacular Kawarau Gorge canyons. Learn about New Zealand’s early gold mining history, with 100-year-old gold workings still in operation! Explore the old Chinese Village and try your hand at goldpanning. Then relax in our friendly café with sunny garden seating. Hours of fun for the whole family!
A horse trek and boat cruise rolled into one trip! Jump onto the steamship the TSS Earnslaw and cruise across the lake to join a guided 40 minute horse trek with a local horseman at Walter Peak High Country Farm. The ride takes you across rolling farm terraces to an outlook with spectacular views of the Wakatipu scenery, and is followed by morning or afternoon tea. The whole family will love the cruise and have the option of a farm tour while some members enjoy the ride.
The Luge is a fun filled ride on a three-wheel cart. The unique braking and steering system provides the rider full control. Take the slow Scenic or the faster Advanced track, double with infants or ride alone… the choice is yours! Fun for all ages.
For the ultimate family fun and unforgettable Queenstown family holiday ‘Catch the Canyons’ with Shotover Jet, 'The World’s Most Exciting Jet Boat Ride'. Our unique canyon location, unrivalled drive style and driver entertainment provide fun and thrills for the whole family. A major highlight, hold tight for the world famous Shotover Jet full 360° spins – excitement guaranteed! Ride with Shotover Jet and receive a *FREE 6x8 family photo (worth $20) and *FREE Shotover Jet Family Pass with exclusive savings at other Queenstown family-friendly businesses (*conditions apply). RESERVATIONS ESSENTIAL
Rental by the half-day, day or multi-day for bikes and
outdoor gear for all ages. Family-friendly,
knowledgeable staff will kit you out and provide you with trail maps and great trip ideas.
Cycling: mountain bikes, child seats and tow-alongs. Helmets included.
Around the Mountains: take the bikes across the lake on the TSS Earnslaw and enjoy a fabulous family bike trip; choose guided or independent and we’ll organise rental and transport for this great combo trip! Refreshments included.
Tramping and Camping: tents (large and small), packs, boots, waterproof clothing and buggies.
For a complete Queenstown family wilderness adventure, join us, the only operator on the Dart River, for a unique experience combining breathtaking ‘World Heritage’ scenery, exhilarating wilderness Jet Boating, Maori heritage and inspiring adventure. Travel deep into Mt Aspiring National Park and explore little known areas inaccessible by other means and discover a unique and dramatic environment of both natural and cultural significance. If there is one Queenstown experience that delivers the diversity and essence of what is 'New Zealand' - it is without doubt an adventure with Dart River Jet Safaris. Choose the ‘Safari’ option that suits you best and experience ‘New Zealand’s Most Sensational Journey.’
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A new and fun activity for anyone over the age of 2! Find the Kawarau Bungy Trampoline at the Kawarau Bridge - the World's home of bungy! Experiment with acrobatic movements such as back flips and spread eagles or simply challenge yourself to jump as high as you possibly can. Now the kids can get their own excitement even if they're too young to jump off bridges! Be warned though; addictive, energetic and fun for all ages!
An exhilarating adventure for the entire family!
Ride the Skyline gondola to our tree-house, harness up and fly through the air as you traverse the forest with our guides. Take in spectacular views of Queenstown like you’ve never seen them as you whizz from tree to tree. A safe, ecological and guided adventure for the whole family that’s unforgettable, rain or shine!
