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Mt Aspiring Full Day Canyon ex Queenstown or Wanaka

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Queenstown, New Zealand

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Offered in: English

Overview

- Rated ★★★★★ by 1000+ thrill-seekers
- Small groups sizes of up to 5 persons maximum
- No experience required
- Enjoy an array of thrilling activities
- Climb, jump, abseil, swim, slide and explore
- All equipment included
- Picnic style lunch included
- Queenstown and Wanaka transfers included

What's Included

  • 3-4 hours of canyoning
  • Transfers from Queenstown or Wanaka
  • Jumps, abseils, waterslides, scrambling, swimming & traversing.
  • Swimwear and a towel
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Meeting Location

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2 Marine Parade
Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

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What To Expect

Experience one of NZ’s most pristine and awe-inspiring wilderness areas, the Mt Aspiring National Park – no experience needed!

This isn’t just canyoning – it’s your golden ticket into one of New Zealand’s most untouched and awe-inspiring wilderness areas: The Mt Aspiring National Park, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Te Wāhipounamu. Surrounded by glaciated peaks, native beech forest, and crystal-clear alpine water, this canyon is only accessible with our expert team – and only by a handful of lucky adventurers each season.

You’ll explore an environment shaped by ancient water, still wild and largely unseen. No crowds. No queues. Just pure, unfiltered Aotearoa.

No experience – no problem!

While no prior experience is needed, English speaking, good swimming ability and a medium level of fitness is required. You’ll need to be physically able to strut your stuff in a wetsuit for up to 3 hours, navigating through the terrain with walks, climbs, swims, jumps and moves that’ll leave you feeling like a true adventurer.

Book your adventure today and let the thrill of Mt Aspiring take your breath away!

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Subject to weather - If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of booking an alternative date or receiving a full refund
  • Customer choose either a meat or vegetarian lunch option, MUST be advised at time of booking
  • Canyoning New Zealand is an adventure activity that is safety audited annually to the highest standards. Part of our responsibility is to ensure all participants understand the risks of participating prior to booking their tickets. The trip is mentally and physically demanding and requires the client to be English speaking, comfortable and confident with moving over uneven and possibly slippery terrain, being in the water, swimming and dealing with heights.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mt Aspiring Full Day Canyon ex Queenstown or Wanaka?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-15518P2

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What's Included

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  • 3-4 hours of canyoning
  • Transfers from Queenstown or Wanaka
  • Jumps, abseils, waterslides, scrambling, swimming & traversing.
  • All canyoning equipment
  • A picnic style lunch
  • Full instructions from a professional guide
  • Swimwear and a towel

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Ages: Minimum 12y Maximum 60y
  • Customers aged 12 to 14, must have a supervisor aged 16 years or older accompany them.
  • Customers aged 12 to 16 must have their legal guardian sign the "risk acknowledgement" form prior to travel or at check in.
  • Subject to weather - If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of booking an alternative date or receiving a full refund
  • Customer choose either a meat or vegetarian lunch option, MUST be advised at time of booking
  • Canyoning New Zealand is an adventure activity that is safety audited annually to the highest standards. Part of our responsibility is to ensure all participants understand the risks of participating prior to booking their tickets. The trip is mentally and physically demanding and requires the client to be English speaking, comfortable and confident with moving over uneven and possibly slippery terrain, being in the water, swimming and dealing with heights.
  • All participants must read and understand our "risk acknowledgement" information prior to booking found here: https://www.canyoningnewzealand.co.nz/safety/
  • A medium level of fitness and swimming ability is required, participants must be able move, standing, sitting, climbing in a wetsuit for up to 3 hours. It is at the guides discretion to ensure all customers are suitable and physically able.
  • Customers must be physically able to complete the activity in the allowed time duration.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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