Snowy Whitewater
Day Trip
Price: $220 per person
Minimum age: 10 yrs
Minimum numbers: We require a minimum of 6 people to run a trip
Maximum numbers: 20 people
Season: April - January
Grade: 1- 3, suits novice to experienced and children over 10 years
Transport: Due to COVID participants must drive themselves down to the start location. Guides will meet you at the Cooma Visitors Centre at 7:30am , or Jindabyne Visitors Centre at 8:30am. You can then follow us for 1/2 an hour through countryside, before entering the Kosciuszko National Park, where the scenic alpine road drops steeply over 750 meters in elevation to the Snowy River starting point.
Experience: None necessary - Suitable for novices and advanced whitewater adventurers
Minimum age: 10 yrs
Minimum numbers: We require a minimum of 6 people to run a trip
Maximum numbers: 20 people
Season: April - January
Grade: 1- 3, suits novice to experienced and children over 10 years
Transport: Due to COVID participants must drive themselves down to the start location. Guides will meet you at the Cooma Visitors Centre at 7:30am , or Jindabyne Visitors Centre at 8:30am. You can then follow us for 1/2 an hour through countryside, before entering the Kosciuszko National Park, where the scenic alpine road drops steeply over 750 meters in elevation to the Snowy River starting point.
Experience: None necessary - Suitable for novices and advanced whitewater adventurers

Includes:
Boats: On the river inflatable kayaks are group guided. Skilled guides show you how best to negotiate the rapids while maintaining a fun and safe environment in which you can enjoy the thrills.
Itinerary:
Guides will meet you at the Cooma Visitors Centre at 7:30am , or Jindabyne Visitors Centre at 8:30am. You then drive for 1/2 an hour through countryside, before entering the Kosciuszko National Park, where the scenic alpine road drops steeply over 750 meters in elevation to the Snowy River. You will be given a comprehensive safety talk, before 2 hours of getting wet and wild in the rapids in an individual or twin inflatable kayak. Lunch is served by the banks of the Snowy River, before another 2 hours of awesome paddling through the stunning Snowy, until you reach your final destination at Pinch confluence. Relax with some afternoon snacks while your guide packs the gear, then enjoy the amazing mountains views as you are escorted back to your vehicle.
What to Bring
On the river:
Remember to pack light - If you don’t need it don’t bring it.
- 5 hours of on-water rafting
- Rafting and safety equipment
- All tuition (no experience necessary)
- Delicious lunch and afternoon tea
- Experienced and qualified guides
Boats: On the river inflatable kayaks are group guided. Skilled guides show you how best to negotiate the rapids while maintaining a fun and safe environment in which you can enjoy the thrills.
Itinerary:
Guides will meet you at the Cooma Visitors Centre at 7:30am , or Jindabyne Visitors Centre at 8:30am. You then drive for 1/2 an hour through countryside, before entering the Kosciuszko National Park, where the scenic alpine road drops steeply over 750 meters in elevation to the Snowy River. You will be given a comprehensive safety talk, before 2 hours of getting wet and wild in the rapids in an individual or twin inflatable kayak. Lunch is served by the banks of the Snowy River, before another 2 hours of awesome paddling through the stunning Snowy, until you reach your final destination at Pinch confluence. Relax with some afternoon snacks while your guide packs the gear, then enjoy the amazing mountains views as you are escorted back to your vehicle.
What to Bring
On the river:
- Sense of humour
- Booties or sturdy shoes that can get wet (e.g. Dunlop Volleys)
- Warmer weather: swimmers, light shirt for sun protection and board shorts
- Cooler weather: thermals/swimmers/underwear to wear under wetsuit - we will provide wetsuits
- Cap or floppy hat to wear under helmet
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Glasses strap if required
- Personal medication if required
- Warm change of clothes, towel and a dry pair of shoes.
Remember to pack light - If you don’t need it don’t bring it.
Upcoming Trips
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15th March 2022 (tentative)
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16th March 2022 (tentative)
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17th March 2022 (tentative)
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18th March 2022 (tentative)
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Snowy River Whitewater Overnight Trips
Staying overnight on the Snowy brings a new dimension to your whitewater trip. Paddle up to your riverside campsite and unwind in the open air as your guides prepare you a hearty meal. Have a yarn by the campfire before retiring to your tent, or stay up listening to the many sounds of the unique Snowy ecosystems. Day 2 of your whitewater adventure allows you to utilize your newly acquired paddling skills to negotiate even bigger and better whitewater rapids as you travel through the awe-inspiring Pinch Gorge. |
Price: $500 per person
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