Shotover Canyon Swing
Shotover Canyon Swing
Shotover Canyon Swing
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Adrenaline & Extreme ToursZipline & Aerial Adventure Parks
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Not all companies are created equal. Our exceptional style of service is all part of your experience, our goal; to put a smile on your face either from fear or delight! Our 109m high Canyon Swing with a 60m freefall, and 182m high Extreme Zipline with a 5m drop are just the ticket to get your heart pumping. Whichever way you jump, launch or get released, there’s a fun or scary style for you. Gravity is a toy. Come out and play.
Queenstown, New Zealand
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2023
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Passenger36439908170
4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Everything was great. Guides were excellent and super enthusiastic and made the experience memorable.
Canyon is stunning, remember to look around after your swing
Canyon is stunning, remember to look around after your swing
Written 26 November 2023
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Ellen G
12 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Great crew, awesome options to leave the platform!! Fun foto's & videos, great shuttle service, and easy online booking. Also loved the dangerous swing option at the start!
Written 25 November 2023
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Lauren W
Essex, UK15 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
I was reluctant to do the canyon swing but my husband persuaded me and I’m SO glad I listened to him! It was so much fun!! We paid for the combo deal with the canyon swing and jet boat. It was well organised and we hardly had any waiting around between the experiences.
Staff were all friendly and helpful… particularly the guys working at the swing (Meg and another guy who’s name has slipped my mind!)! They helped make it a fun experience and had a laugh with us which helped calm my nerves!
We chose the tandem chop and drop option and had to watch them slowly cut the rope before our free fall…. It was insaaaanee! I think my heart stopped for a moment haha. My husband loved it so much he did another solo swing and rode of the edge on a trike!
Would definitely recommend this to any adrenaline junkies visiting QT!
Staff were all friendly and helpful… particularly the guys working at the swing (Meg and another guy who’s name has slipped my mind!)! They helped make it a fun experience and had a laugh with us which helped calm my nerves!
We chose the tandem chop and drop option and had to watch them slowly cut the rope before our free fall…. It was insaaaanee! I think my heart stopped for a moment haha. My husband loved it so much he did another solo swing and rode of the edge on a trike!
Would definitely recommend this to any adrenaline junkies visiting QT!
Written 21 November 2023
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sophie
Billingshurst, UK1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Solo
Staff were really great and supportive. Got a second go for free as video wasn’t recording which was very kind of them. Such a great and unforgettable experience!
Written 16 November 2023
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Jess
Wellington, New Zealand7 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
My goodness, now I am not scared of heights by any means and I wasn't scared while Rob was cutting the rope but holey moley during the free fall I think that's the most terrified I have ever been.
For a split second I genuinely thought I was going to meet my demise and I was ready for that- at least it would be quick.
But the swing at the end was 100% worth it. The scenery was spectacular.
Rob and Michael/Mike (sorry dont know if it was Michael or Mike) were super friendly and put us both at ease. They were comforting and professional when they needed to be but also super funny, friendly and kind.
It was such a great atmosphere and everyone was super super supportive.
1000% reccommend and will definitely be doing it again (maybe in the winter)
Our souvenir rope we got to keep is called Ropert Michropael after our guides.
For a split second I genuinely thought I was going to meet my demise and I was ready for that- at least it would be quick.
But the swing at the end was 100% worth it. The scenery was spectacular.
Rob and Michael/Mike (sorry dont know if it was Michael or Mike) were super friendly and put us both at ease. They were comforting and professional when they needed to be but also super funny, friendly and kind.
It was such a great atmosphere and everyone was super super supportive.
1000% reccommend and will definitely be doing it again (maybe in the winter)
Our souvenir rope we got to keep is called Ropert Michropael after our guides.
Written 9 November 2023
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Safari07894486965
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Solo
Super friendly and professional team. Gave me the confidence to leap into the abyss. So much fun! Can't wait to go back
Written 1 November 2023
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Katie Robertson
4 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
The Shotover Canyon Swing is a MUST DO adventure activity in Queenstown. With friendly and professional staff, a range of jump styles to suit all comfort levels (The Chair is terrifying!), and unbeatable views of the breathtaking Shotover Canyon, it's a 5-star experience.
Written 24 October 2023
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Robbie191
Sydney, Australia50 contributions
Nov 2022 • Friends
So much fun. I was really nervous about the jump but as soon as I did it I was filled with adrenaline and loved it. So much so I did it again, but that time jumped backwards. Little tip. If you do your second jump naked you get it free! But blokes if you’re trying to impress anyone just remember it’s cold haha.
Staff are funny and supportive. Make you feel very relaxed.
Staff are funny and supportive. Make you feel very relaxed.
Written 19 October 2023
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Jono
Newcastle, Australia1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Family
Great team! Dani was brilliant with the bookings and Mike was fun and professional and made everyone feel comfortable!
Written 30 September 2023
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Eve C
5 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The views were amazing and the staff were so nice and cheery, it looks scary but it was such an adrenaline rush!!
Written 28 September 2023
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Hi there, Visiting south Island next March and want to do the Canyon . Can i arrive by car, and leave again straight after? I might be short on time so the 2.5 hour round trip might not work
shaz1701
Camden, Australia37 contributions
You can’t drive to it yourself. I don’t think you can drive to any of them around Queenstown. You park in town and they take you up on a bus. It’s only a short trip but the road in is private and no parking......
Rich B
Dover, FL1 contribution
Two of the three of us will be doing the shotover swing and canyon fox...I just want to observe. Do I have to pay the full price just for the ride?
DaliceNZ
1 contribution
Hi ya. No not at all. We offer spectator seats for just $20. You can book this with the Swing and fox booking. Cheers!
Martin
Riga, Latvia6 contributions
Hey, I wanted to find out how long the whole process will take? When I have to be in Shotover St. and when I will get back If for example I will book 4:30 pm?
Thanks in forward!
Canyon_Swing
Queenstown, New Zealand3 contributions
Hi there!
Check-in is 15 minutes before the trip time, and you should allow 2.5 hours for the whole trip. So if you booked the 4.30pm trip; check in will be 4.15pm and you would be back in town around 7pm.
Hope this helps!
JimWalsh1
County Cork, Ireland29 contributions
Hiya,
Can I use a GoPro on the swing?
If so what connection would you recommend?
Canyon_Swing
Queenstown, New Zealand3 contributions
Hi Jim
We do allow you to bring you own Go Pro, which you can use on most jumpstyles (some jumpstyles you can't for your own safety), so long as it's securely fastened with a hands free mount. Chest, wrist and head mounts are all good, but sorry no selfie sticks. It is at your own risk too. Hope this helps. Cheers!!
AdoraRoar
Orange County, CA140 contributions
Can you do the canyon fox tandem or only canyon swing ?
Canyon_Swing
Queenstown, New Zealand3 contributions
Hi ya!! You can only do a tandem on the Canyon Swing sorry.
Cheers Dalice.
Navas
Aix-en-Provence, France2 contributions
HI there,
I'm coming in a october in queenstown, but I don't have a car so I wanted to know if there is a way to go there by bus ?
Thanks
DanTheVikingGough
Burleigh Heads, Australia45 contributions
Hey Hugo - its real easy mate. Just hop on the bus from the pickup point in Shotover street. No need for your own wheels! Hope this helps.
Goughy
Ann S
1 contribution
g'day,
Looking at visiting the South Island next may =, looks like the baby seals might be good to see,
Can anyone tel me if NINS BIN operated in May please and what else is good around that time,
noting that although we would like to see snow - skiing is not planned. (too old for broken bones these days)
Cheers
Ann
mitch642016
Canberra, Australia
is it necessary to book in advance
Frank B
Perth, Australia143 contributions
We booked the day before just remember it's all relevant to what season you go in. better to be safe and book early you won't be disappointed
collyn77
Brisbane, Australia15 contributions
Can I wear a go pro on my head
Canyon_Swing
Queenstown, New Zealand3 contributions
Hi Collyn77!
Yes you are able to wear your own Go Pro with suitable mounts that are strapped to your body, which will allow for most jump styles. We don't allow selfie sticks however. With regards to a head mount, so long as this won't fall off during the swing or get in the way of any equipment this should be ok, however your Jumpmaster will let you know if the mount is suitable. Hope this helps!
Cheers
Dalice
collyn77
Brisbane, Australia15 contributions
Would you be allowed to wear a go pro.
FrenchFroggy
Lille, France42 contributions
Yes ! Totally !