Snowy Overnight Wilderness Rafting Adventure

The Snowy Overnight Rafting Adventures is the perfect trip for all ages and fitness levels. After a 5 star breakfast at Box Ridge, you will be driven down the spectacularly steep Paupong 4WD trail to the iconic Snowy River. You will be expertly guided into the remote reaches of the Snowy River. You'll learn local history and hear Aborignal stories, with time for walks and to relax at your riverside campsite. At night sit by the campfire under the stars and yarn with your guides as they prepare a delicious meal.  The next day your raft crew will paddle downstream through scenic grades 1-2 rapids. It's a trip that will be remembered for all the right reasons. 

Price:
6 people $570 per person  
5 people $775 per person   
4 people $945 per person  
Minimum age: 6 years
Maximum numbers: 6 people
Transport: Regular departures from Jindabyne at 07.00am, returning to town at approximately 17.00pm the following day. Itinerary and departure dates may be adjusted according to weather and river conditions.​
Experience: This program is suitable for rafting novices and also for those more practiced in whitewater adventuring.  
Boats: 6 person guided rafts 
Itinerary: Early morning departure from Jindabyne for breakfast on Box Ridge, with spectacular views towards Byadbo Wilderness and the Snowy River flowing through the valleys below. After breakfast descend 800m via Rocks lookout to the River and meet your experienced rafting crew for a comprehensive safety and equipment briefing.
Paddle through spectacular riverside scenery before reaching Alpine Rivers' secluded campsite for a late lunch. Depending on conditions and the time of year, visitors can expect to see some incredible wildlife including platypus, numerous birds, wombats, brumbies, kangaroos and wallabies.
Spend the afternoon relaxing in the wilderness, swapping stories and exploring the surrounding bush, before dinner and a special evening camped by the banks of the Snowy.
Wake to bird calls, billy tea and breakfast then continue your rafting adventure paddling through spectacular river country to Halfway Flat for a late lunch. During the road trip back to Jindabyne see another aspect of these rugged mountains and more amazing views.​

WHAT’S INCLUDED
  • Qualified and experienced guides
  • Overnight wilderness expedition
  • All meals - from breakfast day one to lunch day two healthy and nutritious meals 
  • We have a selection of modern safe self-bailing rafts and inflatable canoes
  • All rafting/kayaking equipment including wetsuits and spray jackets
  • All safety equipment including helmets and PFDs
  • All NSW Parks and Wildlife fees
  • Camping equipment including tents, mattresses, cooking facilities and tarps for your comfort
  • Satellite phone and EPIRB for emergency communications
  • Comprehensive first aid kit
  • High quality dry bags for your personal gear

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
  • Airfares
  • Travel Insurance
  • Accommodation whilst in the Snowy Mountains
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Packing list items (below) such as sleeping bag, socks, etc.
  • Additional personal items needed such as medication and toiletries

What to bring:
ON THE WATER 
  • Footwear: we strongly recommend Dunlop volleys (the real ones not just look-alike’s)
    OR ‘5.10 brand’ or ‘stealth rubber’ soled runners! They provide by far the best grip for moving around on wet rocks;
    OR runners with soft rubber soles;
    Avoid sandals and wet suit boots, as they generally do not provide sufficient support when moving around on wet rocks;
  • Woollen (e.g. Explorer) or thermal socks;
  • Because of the potential for cold conditions thermal wear (fibre pile/fleece of similar garments) should be taken;
  • Swimwear OR thermals to wear as under-layer;
  • lightweight shorts and shirt – to wear over swimsuit/wetsuit/thermals;
  • Peaked cap or sun hat to wear under helmet;
  • Small water resistant sunscreen and lip balm;
  • A small dry bag for camera, snacks and medication;
  • Water bottle with loop (this allows it to be attached to the boat D rings)
OFF THE WATER
  • Any extra snacks you may want;
  • Sleeping bag – polyester or down – should be rated to Comfort 0°C or lower;​
  • Camp clothes;
  • Rain jacket with hood – coated nylon or Gore-Tex with sealed seams;
  • Warm tracksuit pants OR polyester fibre pile pants, NOT jeans or cotton trousers;
  • Shorts;
  • Swimmers;
  • A fibre pile fleece jacket OR warm jumper;
  • Second thermal long sleeved top;
  • Thermal pants or tights;
  • Woollen or thermal socks;
  • Runners or very lightweight boots or Crocs/Sandals for around camp;
    heavy boots are not normally required – they can also take up a lot of room in your river bag
  • Head lamp LED (e.g. Petzl tikka) and spare batteries OR Small torch ;
  • Toiletries: minimal soap, tooth paste and tooth brush;
  • Towel – light weight pack style;
  • Woolen or thermal hat;
  • Money – you may wish to purchase drinks, snacks or souvenirs en route;
  • Medication – you should bring any medications you take regularly or anticipate you may need, particularly analgesics. We carry medications for emergency use.
OPTIONAL
  • Thermal bottoms or lycra pants under wetsuit for extra warmth;
  • Leather or neoprene sailing gloves;
  • Sunglasses with retention strap;
  • Over pants – nylon or Gore-Tex;
  • Down jacket;
  • Thermarest and thermarest chair;
  • Inner sheet for sleeping bag;
  • Pillow very small or inflatable;
  • MP3/Music Player;
  • Binoculars;
  • Insect repellent;
  • Spare glasses or contact lenses;
  • Book.
        If you prefer your own:
  • Wetsuit OR dry suit OR dry top / bottom;
  • Mattress - must pack to a maximum of 700mm in length to fit in dry bag
  • Tent – small OR Bivvy bag;
PHOTOGRAPHY
  • Easiest with lightweight waterproof digital cameras (can be attached inside your life jacket with a lanyard);
  • GoPro or similar waterproof action cameras can produce great on the run footage. 
  • Bring spare batteries and memory cards.
Please avoid wearing jewellery on the river.