MT. SOMERS
Near to Methven, Geraldine and Christchurch.
FULL DAY ADVENTURE
9-10 hrs (5 hrs in canyon)
SMALL GROUPS
We operate in small groups.
AGES 14+
For adventurous teens and adults who have been canyoning before.
SEASON
December to March
FITNESS AND CANYONING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
TRIFALLS AND WOOLSHED CANYON
BEEN CANYONING BEFORE AND WANT TO LEVEL UP?
Then this is the canyon for you! 1 day, 2 canyons! A huge day out as we descend drop after drop from a sub alpine landscape down Trifalls Canyon into Woolshed Creek. Hiking up in the sunshine, abseiling down towering volcanic cliffs then jumping into a smooth sandstone slot canyon below.
YES, WE ABSEIL DOWN THIS!
1 day, 2 Canyons (Full Day) - A Big Day Out!
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650 New Zealand dollars
YOUR ADVENTURE THROUGH TRIFALLS
MEET THE GUIDES
Get to know your guides and the plan for the day.
GET GEARED UP
We provide all the gear you need. Just bring your sense of adventure.
HIKE UP TO THE TOP
A 2 to 3 grind up hill to get us to the top! Plenty of stunning views along the way.
ABC
LEARN THE BASICS
A safety briefing and skills session to get everyone feeling confident.
JUMP, SLIDE + ABSEIL
This trip is an abseil fest! If that's your jam, this is the trip for you!
HIKE BACK TO THE CAR PARK
Once we are out of the canyon we have a 1 hour hike back to the car park
KEY INFO
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Canyoning equipment, professional guides, lunch, beverages, plenty of snacks to keep you fuelled and edited highlights movie.
WHAT TO BRING:
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Dress for the days forecasted weather.
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Swimsuit (wear under your clothes in the morning) and bring a dry change for the end of the day.
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Hiking shorts or leggings
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Thermal top
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Sun hat
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Towel
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Water bottle
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Any medications
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Spare contact lenses
REQUIREMENTS: Swimming ability not required (we use PFD's for extra protection and buoyancy). Must be comfortable with heights.
MINIMUM AGE: 14+ (see T&Cs for more details).
BEFORE YOU BOOK: Please read our Safety information and FAQ's.
MEET POINT & ADVENTURE TIMELINE
MEET POINT: Self drive to Meet Point at the Mount Somers domain entrance at 8am where you will meet your guides.
A stunning 2-3 hour uphill walk to the start of the canyon (hiking fit makes for an easier day).
Training and comprehensive safety talk will be given prior to going into the water. We will give you all the skills and info you’ll need!
Canyoning - approx 5 to 6 hours through 2 canyons
A 1 hour walk back from Woolshed Creek hut down to the carpark.
