OPENING DECEMBER 1st

Experience the waterfall from all angles! Start by climbing up our Level 1 cable climb, then get your wetsuits on and rappel back down! You will be supported by an experienced guide the entire time and you will learn climbing and abseil skills on this trip.


No previous abseiling or climbing experience is required, but good fitness is. Bring your sense of adventure and get ready for some fun!

What to know

  • Round trip from Wanaka around 5 hours

  • Suitable for adventurous, fit beginners. Must be able to walk on uneven terrain, move through steep exposed cliffs and be active for up to 5 hours

  • No climbing/canyoning experience is required

  • Guide, training, safety equipment, wetsuit, wetsuit socks and lunch provided

  • Lunch is provided on full price tours

Highlights

  • Try both climbing and canyoning in one trip

  • Get up close and personal with Twin Falls

  • Abseil/rappel beautiful waterfalls

  • Immerse yourself in native bush

  • Exceptional mountain and lake views

  • Check out our Full FAQ's here!

  • To bring on the day

    • Sturdy shoes you are prepared to get wet - walking/running shoes or grippy sneakers

      • NO sandals, jandals, “five-finger” shoes or wetsuit booties

    • For the climb, wear light clothing (polyester and wool are best) such as shorts and a t-shirt and a thin polypro or merino thermal if conditions are colder

      • NO cotton, this will make you colder when wet

    • Swimming togs to wear under your wetsuit

    • If you require medication during the activities please bring sufficient supplies, your guide can keep it safe and dry for you

    • Small backpack with a water bottle

    • Wetsuit if you have your own, or think our available sizing will not be suitable

    • Sunglasses and sunblock

    • Extra snacks if you are feeling hungry

    • Spare shoes, towel and some warm clothes for afterwards

    • Your sense of adventure!

    • Minimum weight is 50kgs - this is determined by our safety-equipment and WorkSafe regulations which we are bound by

    • Maximum weight 110kg - contact us for clarification

    • Minimum age is 12

    • Minimum height is 120cm

    • Groups of up to 6 on our daily tours. For bookings of more than 6 please contact us directly

    • The maximum waist measurements for our harnesses are 100cm, and upper thigh are 70cm

    • Our wetsuit sizes range from XS-XL or you can bring your own

    • Please note this trip must reach a minimum number of 2 to run

  • We will offer a full refund if:

    • You have given at least 24hrs notice to cancel

    • We cancel due to the weather, and you cannot reschedule

    • We cancel due to minimum numbers are not being reached

    Sorry, No refunds will apply to:

    • Cancellations within 24hrs of the departure date

    • Late arrivals or no-shows on the day

    • Downgrades or deciding not to participate. Please make sure you choose the right experienc for you

    We reserve the right to cancel trips if the minimum number of 2 is not reached.

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