Embark on the most trilling adventure in your life when you soar high above the New Zealand landscape on a zip line, courtesy of Ziptrek Ecotours. Make these fun excursions part of your holiday itinerary at one of the stellar New Zealand Queenstown hotels such as the Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview. With fabulous views and gracious interiors, these apartments afford choice Queenstown hotel accommodation. One of the most sought-after thrills in the world of outdoor recreation can be found via a thrilling round of zip lining, powered by an impressive combination of treetop observation platforms, ground trails, suspension bridges, and of course, zip lines, which are steel cables that extend up to as high as 15 stories or more, and stretching up to 2,000 feet long. Zipliners are outfitted with a special, hardy harness that is attaches to the zip line cable with a pulley. At each platform point you descend the stairs until you feel the tension on the harness tethers, at which point you lift your feet and let fly down the cable on what could be the greatest adrenaline rush of your life, reaching speeds of over 50 miles per hour. It’s an experience you will never forget!
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Skyline Luge Queenstown
What’s more exciting than bumper cars but safer than sky diving? Skyline luging, of course! And if you’re in New Zealand’s adventure capital of Queenstown, you must make the exciting Skyline Queenstown Luge part of your itinerary for fun and excitement. Consider staying at one of the luxury New Zealand Queenstown hotelssuch as the Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview. These stylish apartments set within breathtaking natural surroundings are an ideal example ofQueenstown hotel accommodation. Known as an absolutely thrilling ride for riders of all abilities and ages, the Skyline Queenstown Hotel should be your next destination when you are in the city. You will get to zip along the scenic track which is a considerably low-key ride over a gentle gradient, gradual bends, dips, and tunnels. For those wanting more thrills, the advanced track meanders down a gradient of steeper proportions and exciting banked corners, cuttings, dippers, and tunnels. So sit down, strap on tight, and let loose your inhibitions! Featuring the highest quality vehicles outfitted with an excellent steering and braking ensemble, you are always in control of the ride, and you will be able to change your speed or course at will. With 800 metres of pure, adrenaline-pumping fun, how can you resist the Skyline Luge in Queenstown?
Serious Fun River Surfing
The Kawarau River in Queenstown has since 1987, been the epicentre for river sledging or river surfing. A surfer from Hawaii – Jon Imhoof – who visited Queenstown, New Zealand unexpectedly had to have his stay extended. As such when he was looking for an alternative activity, he hit upon the idea of taking his board onto the water. It was then that it was discovered that the white water and rapids on the Kawarau River were ideal for an all new type of fun and adventure.
The Serious Fun River Surfing company was born on this discovery in 1989 and has since then been a pioneer in bringing this interesting and thrilling experience to many adventure seekers who travel from all corners of the globe to try their hand at this action packed activity.
Dividing the waterway into two sections, namely Chinese Dogleg and Roaring Megs, these surfing trips are undertaken twice a day from November to March and once a day during the months of April, May, September and October. Which section of the river is chosen for which trip largely depends on the weather conditions, rapids and water levels.
The Serious Fun River Surfing company provides all the necessary equipment including life jackets, fins, helmets, full steam wet suits and photos and videos of your experience and can be obtained after the trip. Refreshments too are provided after the four and a half hour trip of which almost two and a half hours will be spent on the water.
The company together with the sport has received many commendations and awards from many esteemed travel companies, travel sites and other related institutions. River surfing was in fact named the best water based thrill sport and Queenstown, the best place for it.
If you hope to visit the country and are on the lookout for Queenstown hotel accommodation, then be sure to choose one that is conveniently located.New Zealand Queenstown hotels are easy to find and if a convenient location and modern amenities are what you are looking for then Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview is an ideal choice for your next visit to this scenic part of the country.
Mountaineering trips in Queenstown
If your inner mountain climber is aching to trek across some of the most splendid ranges in the world bar none, make a mountain excursion part of an adventure in Queenstown, New Zealand’s excitement haven. Invest in one of quality New Zealand Queenstown hotels such as the Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview. With luxury interiors and gracious hospitality, it is an ideal example of Queenstown hotel accommodation to host your stay here. Summits Mountain Guiding is an excellent resource to tap when you want to explore the mountains of Queenstown at your leisure, as part of a group or a partnership. This renowned name in the trade offers an array of excursions to suit your lifestyle and preferences, including 2 day courses that teach you everything from climbing skills, ice skills, and 5 days courses for more advanced mountaineers who want to brave the icy heights in search of adventure and excitement. True professionals in the field can even embark on the signature 10-day advanced mountaineers course that will take you through some of the most stunning landscapes in the region. Featuring the expertise of trained mountaineers with decades of experience in navigating the mountains, you’ll be well looked after when you brave the NZ mountaineers as a rookie, or as a seasoned pro.
Milford Sound Scenic Flights
Visitors to the New Zealand adventure capital of Queenstown would be remiss if they did not take to the skies on one of the most breathtaking natural escapades in the area: a Milford Sound scenic flight. Make this exciting activity part of your vacation when you book into one of the panoramic New Zealand Queenstown hotels such as the Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview. With stunning visuals unfolding before you in all directions, you will feel transported to another realm at this stellar offering of Queenstown hotel accommodation. Billed as one of the most visually stunning areas in the world, Milford Sound will whisk you away into another realm of pristine natural beauty, especially if you charter a flight over this spectacular locale, courtesy of renowned tour operator Milford Scenic Flights. Take off from either Milford Sound itself, or from Queenstown for those of you who are basing your vacations there. In addition, you could soak in the wonders of Milford Sound by also indulging in a fabulous journey by luxury coach, as well as a scenic cruise along with the flight package. The company also features exclusive charter flights to the majestic Mount Cook, or to the glaciers. With an experienced staff and flight crew, your sojourn over the Milford Sound skies is guaranteed to be truly unforgettable.