Quick Details
Take your Adventure to the Next Level – a showcase of the Mt Aspiring National Park!
Departing daily from Queenstown – 8.20am or Wanaka – 9.30am
Ages 16+ • 8 Hours • Includes transfers, equipment, guides and lunch
Introducing one of our latest adventures! Designed for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, this experience offers an unforgettable blend of adrenaline and serene beauty. This tour differs from our level 1 Mt Aspiring tour by offering more beauty, more stunning terrain and more incredible canyoning time.
Your day starts with a pick up from Queenstown or Wanaka, then a 1-2 hour vehicle transfer out to the canyon, a chance to rest and prepare for the incredible day ahead. Expect to see sparkling lakes and picturesque mountains, all with a coffee stop along the way!
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Imagine yourself standing at the top of a rugged cliff, the roar of a waterfall filling your ears as your heart pounds with anticipation, this guided tour is packed with plenty of thrills, including exhilarating abseils, heart-pounding climbs, slides, and daring jumps into crystal-clear pools of water.
1 of 3 different tours we have located in the pristine wilderness of the Mt Aspiring National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with limited numbers allowed in the park this adventure is reserved for the fortunate few each season. Immerse yourself in nature’s playground as you explore this remote and untouched landscape.
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While no prior experience is needed, a medium level of fitness is required and good swimming ability too. You’ll need to be physically able to strut your stuff in a wetsuit for up to 4 hours navigating through the terrain with walks, climbs, swims, jumps and moves that’ll leave you feeling totally accomplished! The time spent in the canyon can vary depending on the groups ability, but is usually up to 4 hours of canyoning time.
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Rest assured, our qualified and experienced guides are fluent in English and dedicated to ensuring your safety and enjoyment. Throughout the entire adventure they’ll be by your side, providing expert guidance and encouragement every step of the way. In addition to providing an unforgettable canyoning experience surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of nature, we go the extra mile to ensure that your memories last a lifetime.
Your dedicated guide is on hand to capture exhilarating moments of your adventure through stunning still photos. After your tour, you’ll have the opportunity to view and purchase your photos, allowing you to relive the adventure and share your epic experience with friends and family for years to come, our photos will serve as a lasting reminder of your incredible journey.
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We will kit you out in the very best canyoning equipment and begin our hike up to the canyon start, we will be walking through lush green beach forest for about 20 minutes, your first direct hit of New Zealand nature, immerse yourself in nature’s playground as you explore this remote and untouched landscape.
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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 participants to be English speaking, comfortable and confident with moving over uneven and possibly slippery terrain, being in the water and dealing with heights.
Please take the time to read and understand the info in our acknowledgement of risk form that you will sign prior to participating found here: https://www.canyoningnewzealand.co.nz/safety/
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And what’s an adventure without a delicious feast to fuel your journey? Indulge in a picnic-style lunch with your choice of a vegetarian or meat mouth watering sandwich, satisfy your sweet tooth with a delicious cookie and chocolate bar and recharge with a juice box, muesli bar and decadent slice of cake.
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Our minimum age is legally set at 16 to join the fun.
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- Swimwear and a towel
- A bottle of water
- Personal medications
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- Swimwear and a towel
- All canyoning equipment
- A professional and experienced guide
- Return transfers from Queenstown or Wanaka
- Picnic style lunch
Book your adventure today and let the thrill of Mt Aspiring XXL leave you with a sense of accomplishment, a heart full of memories, and a craving to do it all over again!