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Frogz White Water Sledging
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K1 - 'THE GORGE'
Kawarau River • Full Day Grade IV
The biggest day out on New Zealand White Water!
The Gorge run covers 15km of the spectacular Kawarau River including the infamous 'Chinese Dogleg' section and the rushing rapids of the 'Roaring Meg' section. This trip has it all with big Grade 4 rapids, big gourmet lunches and small group sizes. Available December 1st to December 24th and January 15th to March 31st during suitable river flows.
Minimum of 2 passengers required to confirm trip.
Important
Participants on this trip require a good level of fitness. 'Highlight of my trip - gorge run rules!'
Meeting Point
Queenstown - At our shop on 39 Camp St or at accommodation by arrangement.
Trip details
Kawarau River, Full Day
Grade 4
Duration: 9 - 10 hrs
Price: $399 per person
Time on River: 5 - 6 hrs
Minimum Age: 16 years
Client requirements: Swimsuit, Towel, Medication if required
Maximum Trip Size: 6 persons
Minimum Trip Size: 2
Guide/Client Ratio: 1 guide per 3 clients
Distance on River: 15km total
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Overview
In the late 70's some keen Frenchmen were lying on bags full of life jackets and polystyrene and floating downstream through river rapids high up in the Alps. In 1981 the first sledge or "hydrospeed" was built and since it's become a recognized sport with competitions organized every year.
River purpose-designed and built right here in New Zealand, the sledge is the best way to get up close and personal with the awesome white water in the Southern Lakes region.
No experience necessary
Frogz White Water Sledging operates daily trips from Wanaka and Queenstown. Experienced guides will teach you how to use your sledge and read the river but ultimately YOU ARE IN CONTROL.
With over 14 years in the business of White Water Sledging we offer 2 awesome trips on the mighty Kawarau River which provides New Zealand's largest commercially run White Water and leave you a fully qualified frog with a big grin.
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