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New Zealand's Biggest Swing: Nevis Swing Queenstown
4 h
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About this activity
THE FACTS
• 300 METRE ARC (984ft)
• 70 METRE DROP (229ft)
• 160M (524ft) ABOVE THE RIVER
• REACH SPEEDS OF 120KPH (74mph)
• LOADS OF SWING OPTIONS: Forwards, Backwards, Tandem, Truck'n Trailer, Yin&Yan, Honeymoon & much moreMeet at the tour office in central Queenstown and embark on the included 40-minute ride to the Nevis Swing. Take in spectacular scenery during the drive.
When you arrive at the swing site, your guide provides a safety briefing and orientation before fitting you into a secure harness. Then head toward the platform, located 525 feet (160 meters) above the Nevis River. The enclosed platform hovers in midair, suspended on cables that run between the cliffs. Follow your guide across a catwalk that leads to the platform — a feat that primes your adrenaline for the upcoming swing.
Your guide will secure you to the swing mechanism, which lifts you out from the launch deck. Admire the views while you are suspended above the canyon floor until suddenly your guide releases the swing. Drop into a 100-foot (30-meter) free fall, and then arc into a 985-foot (300-meter) swing over the river valley, reaching speeds up to 75 mph (120 kph). The swing's cable measures almost 400 feet long (120 meters), providing space for an enormous arc.
When you stop swinging, you'll be winched back up to the platform. Video and photo packages are available for purchase if you would like a souvenir of your swing. Then return to Queenstown on a shuttle; expect about four hours for the entire outing.
You can ride in tandem with a friend or go solo. You also have the option to ride forward, backward, upside down or in other configurations that the staff have created.
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• 300 METRE ARC (984ft)
• 70 METRE DROP (229ft)
• 160M (524ft) ABOVE THE RIVER
• REACH SPEEDS OF 120KPH (74mph)
• LOADS OF SWING OPTIONS: Forwards, Backwards, Tandem, Truck'n Trailer, Yin&Yan, Honeymoon & much moreMeet at the tour office in central Queenstown and embark on the included 40-minute ride to the Nevis Swing. Take in spectacular scenery during the drive.
When you arrive at the swing site, your guide provides a safety briefing and orientation before fitting you into a secure harness. Then head toward the platform, located 525 feet (160 meters) above the Nevis River. The enclosed platform hovers in midair, suspended on cables that run between the cliffs. Follow your guide across a catwalk that leads to the platform — a feat that primes your adrenaline for the upcoming swing.
Your guide will secure you to the swing mechanism, which lifts you out from the launch deck. Admire the views while you are suspended above the canyon floor until suddenly your guide releases the swing. Drop into a 100-foot (30-meter) free fall, and then arc into a 985-foot (300-meter) swing over the river valley, reaching speeds up to 75 mph (120 kph). The swing's cable measures almost 400 feet long (120 meters), providing space for an enormous arc.
When you stop swinging, you'll be winched back up to the platform. Video and photo packages are available for purchase if you would like a souvenir of your swing. Then return to Queenstown on a shuttle; expect about four hours for the entire outing.
You can ride in tandem with a friend or go solo. You also have the option to ride forward, backward, upside down or in other configurations that the staff have created.
Included
- Nevis Swing
- Certificate
- Authentic Nevis Swing cap
- Return transport from Queenstown
Not included
- Photographs and videos (available for purchase following the swing)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Location
- The Nevis is on private land so our transport must be taken and is available from 'The Station Building', corner of Shotover & Camp Streets in the centre of Queenstown, bookings are essential.
- Booking Conditions
- Age: Min 10 yrs (Children 14 and under need to be accompanied by an adult)
- Weight: Min 35kg - Max 220kg (78-485lbs)
- Clothing Requirements: Secure covered Shoes must be worn! Please dress appropriately for the weather. In winter the Nevis can experience cooler conditions than in Queenstown
- Medical Conditions: These are a case by case basis so please talk to the team if you have a medical condition. Pregnant women are unable to Swing
- Spectators: Spectator charge of $50 per person bookings essential
- What to bring
- Warm comfortable clothing, please dress appropriately for the weather. In winter the Nevis can experience cooler conditions than in Queenstown
- Secure, covered shoes MUST be worn
- Cameras are more than welcome
- Activity & Check-in Times
- Buses depart daily at 9.20am, 10.00am, 11.20am, 12.00pm, 12.40pm, 1.20pm, 2.00pm, 2.40pm. Check-in 30mins before departure
Features
Adrenaline
50%
Sport
40%
Original
30%
Tourism
25%
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both my adults sons went on this and both decided to go upside down - omg they absolutely loved it. The company were exceptional to work with and you knew your safety was their 1 concern. They both had a blast and have watched the movie over and over. Don't hesitate, book it.
Best thing I did while in Queenstown! The staff were excellent and made sure we were strapped in safely and ready for the swing of a lifetime. Make sure you get the photo/video package to share with all your co-workers, friends and family.