Dart River Safaris Funyak & Jet Boat Experience

Dart River Funyaks

Combine wilderness jet boating with unique Funyak inflatable canoes for a fun way to explore the Dart River on an amazing journey deep into the Mt Aspiring National Park and middle earth Lord of the Rings film locations. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this stunning area at your own pace as you float downstream on sparkling water, then enjoy a wilderness picnic lunch before heading past ‘Paradise’ and on to Glenorchy. Then travel a back-country route passing by locations used in movies to illustrate Middle Earth.

Funyaks are truly unique as the only adventure of it’s type in the Queenstown region and is a fun way to intimately explore and experience this amazing ‘World Heritage’ area. Start your funyak trip with an hours exciting jet boat trip up the Dart River with all the thrills of classic braided shallow river jet boating complete with exhilarating jet spins. Youll then disembark to begin your Funyak adventure in one of our unique inflatable Funyak canoes. After full instructions, youll paddle and drift a spectacular downstream journey. Stopping amongst ancient beech forest you’ll enjoy a delicious wilderness buffet lunch as well as having the opportunity to explore the hidden side streams, rock pools and dramatic chasms such as the beautiful Rockburn Chasm. Afterwards continue downstream to Paradise, from where youll return to Glenorchy via a back-country route through stunning scenery and locations that have inspired movies the world over including ‘The Lord of the Rings’

Top Tip: Book well in advance to avoid disappointment. At peak times, we can be booked weeks in advance. Dart River trips are limited to protect both your experience and the environment.

Don’t miss this unique day of exhilaration, adventure and discovery

‘New Zealand’s Most Sensational Journey’ 

Funyak on the Dart River

Price:  Adult $399 per person (age 16 to 99)  –  Child  $305 pp (aged 5 to 15)|
Family: $1103 (2adults + 2 children)
Tour Duration: Allow 9 hours Queenstown return or 7 hours Glenorchy return
Funyak Departure: 
8:00am – Departs from The Station (cnr Shotover and Camp Streets)
8:30am – Funayks trip departs from Dart River Adventures Base Building in Glenorchy
3:30pm (approx) – Bus returns to Queenstown 

This full-day adventure includes a ‘funyak’ (inflatable canoe) and jet boat ride on the Dart River, situated amid the untamed beauty of UNESCO-listed Mount Aspiring National Park. Travel by coach from Queenstown to Glenorchy, where you’ll speed upriver on a thrilling jet boat before climbing aboard an easy-to-handle funyak. No previous experience is necessary and you’ll paddle with several passengers in a flotilla behind your guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off plus buffet lunch and all equipment are included. Full-day Dart River funyak canoe and jet boat adventure from Queenstown Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mount Aspiring National Park on this exhilarating tour Follow your guide on your funyak canoe and discover hidden streams and rock pools Soak up the park’s incredible countryside scenery — featured as Middle-earth in The Lord of the Rings film series Enjoy a buffet lunch in the great outdoors Lifejacket and wetsuit provided.

Highlights:

• • • • Thrilling jet boating adventure in the spectacular wilderness of the Dart River
      • ‘Funyak’ expedition to explore the glacial channels of the stunning Dart River and it’s hidden side streams, rock pools and impressive chasms
      • Enjoy beautiful views and a delicious buffet lunch in a true wilderness setting

Important Information:

• • • • Life jackets are mandatory and supplied along with wet suits, booties and spray jackets
      • Summer – Sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen and warm outer layer recommended
      • Winter – Wear warm clothing plus hat, gloves, windproof outer jacket and sunglasses
      • Bring swimwear and towel year round
      • No experience required
      • The Funyak Safari includes complimentary return shuttle from Queenstown

Restrictions:

• • • Minimum age 5 years
    • Minimum height 1 metre irrespective of age

Price:  Adult $399 per person (age 16 to 99)  Child  $305 pp (aged 5 to 15)|
Family: $1103 (2adults + 2 children)
Duration: Allow 9 hours Queenstown return or 7 hours Glenorchy return
Funyak Departure: 
8:00am – Departs from The Station (cnr Shotover and Camp Streets)
8:30am – Funayks trip departs from Dart River Adventures Base Building in Glenorchy
3:30pm (approx) – Bus returns to Queenstown