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Trade Manual 2018–2019#GoBeyond

Don’t just go along, Go beyond

Cruise

06 Milford Sound Cruise 08 Doubtful Sound Cruise Rafting

12 Whitewater Rafting 18 Landsborough Wilderness Experience

Ski & Board

24 Ski Transport & Rental 26 Ski & Snowboard Packages

Kayaking

30 Kayak Milford Sound 32 Kayak Doubtful Sound

Walking

36 Track Transport & Rental 38 All Inclusive Packages

Jet Boat & Queenstown Lake Cruise

42 Jet Boat 44 Queenstown Lake Cruise

Group Bookings

46 Groups

Experiences

Contact Us Freephone 0800 505 504

Phone +64 3 442 7340

Email [email protected]

Web GoOrange.nz

Shop Address 35 Shotover Street Queenstown, New Zealand

Postal Address PO Box 53 Queenstown, New Zealand

Sales +64 27 6677 984Ann–Louise Railton [email protected]

Accounts +64 3 442 [email protected]

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Trade Manual 2018–2019

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TheDivide

Glenorchy

RouteburnShelter

RouteburnTrack

Milford Sound

Te Anau

DoubtfulSound

Manapouri

KeplerTrack

MilfordTrack

Queenstown

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Milford Sound Cruise

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Milford Sound CruiseDiscover Milford Sound’s best value, most relaxed & entertaining 2–hour cruise to the Tasman Sea.

About

Te Wahipounamu UNESCO World Heritage Area is one of the most scenic roads in the world & will become a trip highlight.

While we provide coach connections daily from Queenstown, Go Orange does recommend an overnight stay in beautiful Te Anau, Manapouri or surrounding areas to shorten the drive time and maybe add on a kayak adventure too? Cruise only or coach and cruise.

Highlights

– Plenty of indoor & outdoor viewing areas

– Open bow deck – great for getting up close & personal with waterfalls

– Wildlife opportunities: seals,penguins & dolphins

Trip details

– English only commentary

– Queenstown & Te Anau coachconnections available

– Boat set to 50% capacity

– 4 cruises a day in summer

Milford Sound

Mitre Peak

Anita Bay

Stirling Falls

HarrisonCove

Available all year round

Group bookings available, see page 47.

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Doubtful Sound CruiseThe only company offering a small–boat day cruise with daily connections to Doubtful Sound – a beautiful remote fiord that is largely inaccessible.

Manapouri

Deep Cove

WilmotPass

Doubtful Sound

Available October to April

About

Cruise across Lake Manapouri by ferry, by coach cross the Southern Alps over the Wilmot Pass and into Doubtful Sound. In Doubtful Sound spend 3 leisurely hours exploring the full length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea.

Highlights

– 10 x larger & 3 x longer than Milford Sound

– One of New Zealand’s last true wilderness areas

– Cruise Lake Manapouri by ferry

– Traverse the Southern Alps via the Wilmot Pass

– 3–hour return cruise to Tasman Sea

– FREE tea, coffee, hot chocolate & water on board

– Wildlife opportunities: seals, penguins & dolphins

Trip details

– Only 1 of 2 operators

– Maximum boat capacity – 45

– Coach connection available from Queenstown, Te Anau & Manapouri

– Lunch options available (must be pre–ordered) Our smaller boat lets you avoid the huge crowds and ensures a more peaceful experience.

Wildlife photo opportunities can include penguins, seals, dolphins & on occasion whales.

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LandsboroughRiver

Kawarau River

Wanaka

Milford Sound

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Shotover River

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Whitewater Rafting

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Raft Shotover River Grade 3–5

Begin with an unforgettable coach trip into Skippers Canyon, famous for its exciting cliff edges and gold mining history.

Pipeline Bungy Bridge

Deep Creekrafting put in

Rock GardenGRADE 3

World famous driveinto Skippers Canyon

Long Gully

Coronet Peak

Red RocksGRADE 3

Winter put inBoulder Beach

Moana-Roa Chief RapidsGRADE 4-5

AftershockSqueezeAnvilToiletOh Sh*tPinball

EarthquakeGRADE 4

Gold mining historyspots along the way

Rafting take out& Shotover Jet

Jaws & SequelGRADE 3-4

Mother-in-lawGRADE 4-5

Oxenbridge Tunnel

CascadeGRADE 3

Arthurs Point

To Queenstown

Devils Creek

Available October to May

About

Begin rafting from Deep Creek over peaceful waters, then head towards the exhilarating rapids of the lower canyon. You’ll raft the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel before shooting Cascade Rapid to complete your adventure.

Highlights

– Meet your river guide before beginning your whitewater rafting

– Whitewater raft grade 3–5

– Journey into Skippers Canyon

– Raft 170m tunnel

– Combo up with a Jet Boat, Helicopter and more

We provide

– All safety equipment

– All rafting equipment

– Full safety briefing

– 1–2 hours river time

– Hot showers

Must upgrade in winter to Heli–Raft see page 17.

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Raft Kawarau River Grade 2–3

Enjoy the unforgettable 400m long Dog Leg rapid – New Zealand’s longest commercially rafted rapid.

Available All year round

About

The Kawarau River is ideal for first time rafters or those looking for a more relaxed rafting experience, or groups of mixed ability/ages. There is plenty of whitewater action, but also time to sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery.

Highlights

The Kawarau River starred as the river Anduin in The Lord of the Rings. The grandeur of the canyons imparts a feeling of paddling through the heart of Middle Earth.

– NZ’s longest commercially rafted rapid

– Grade 2–3

– The Lord of the Rings Country

We provide




– 1–2 hours river time

– Hot showers

The Remarkables

Road to QueenstownRafting put in

Kawarau bungy bridge

Twin BridgesGRADE 2

Do little Do nothingGRADE 2

Dog LegGRADE 3

NZ’s longest commerciallyrafted rapid

Gibbston

Chard Farm

Rafting take out

Nevis BluffGRADE 6

The Crown Range

Smith FallsGRADE 2

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Rafting CombosCombine your rafting adventure with other awesome activities. Jet Boat, Skydive, Bungy – save money and have as much adventure as you want.

Our most popular combos

Shotover River Heli–Raft

Shotover River Rafting Grade 3–5 + Helicopter Transfer (approx. 7 minutes)

Whitewater Rafting + Jet Boat

Shotover River Rafting grade 3–5 or Kawarau River Rafting grade 2–3 + Jet Boat

Shotover River Heli–Raft + Jet Boat

Shotover River Rafting Grade 3–5 + Helicopter transfer (approx. 7 minutes) + Jet Boat

Looking for a different combo?

We offer a wide range of money saving combos, please get in touch for more.

Raft + Helicopter + Jet Boat.

or with a Jet Boat.

Combo up with a Helicopter...

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The Landsborough Wilderness ExperienceExperience one of New Zealand’s most remote and pristine areas.

Available November to March

About

Imagine visiting one of New Zealand’s most remote areas–untouched, unspoiled and visited by only a privileged few. Paddling and camping your way down the magnificent Landsborough Valley, you will glide past 10’000ft mountains, hanging glaciers and through dense rainforests.

Highlights

– Whitewater Raft Grade 3–4 rapids

– Camp under the stars

– Helicopter into the spectacular Landsborough Valley

– 3 days, 2 nights

– Unspoiled wilderness

– NZ wines and food

– Waterfall hike

We provide




– Meals & drink

– Camping accommodationVisit remote waterfalls.

Experience the unspoilt New Zealand wilderness.

Camp 2

Camp 1

Raft take out

RiverHopkins

River Landsborough

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Brodrick Pass + Landsborough Wilderness ExperienceGo “off the beaten track” and take in the high alpine landscapes and remote country.

Available November to March

About

Start your adventure crossing the Main Divide on foot, then float and paddle your way down the remote Landsborough River by raft. A fully guided trip; this is a journey “off the beaten track”, and takes you to high alpine landscapes and remote country not visited by the average tourist.

Highlights

– Unspoiled wilderness

– 4WD adventure to beginning of track

– Grade 3–4 whitewater rafting

– 3 day hike then head into the Landsborough Wilderness Experience

– 2 nights huts, 2 nights camping

– NZ wines & food

We provide




– Meals & drink

– Hut & camping accommodation

Night 2

Start hike

Night 1

Camp 2

End hike

Raft camp 1 &Raft put in

Raft take out

RiverHopkins

River Landsborough

Paddle the amazing blue waters of the Landsborough river.

Enjoy camping in the unspoiled New Zealand wilderness.

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Ski & Snowboard Packages

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Coronet Peak

TheRemarkables

Cardrona

Treble Cone

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Wanaka

Queenstown

Glenorchy

RouteburnShelter

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Ski Transport & RentalsGo Orange operates a daily bus service from Queenstown to all four ski resorts – Cardrona, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables & Treble Cone, as well as Wanaka to Cardrona.

Available June to October

About

We are the only company in Queenstown offering transport and snow packages to all four local ski resorts, making it the ‘one stop ski and snowboard shop’. We provide a high quality service whilst keeping competitive prices.

Ski transport

– Flexibility for all 4 mountains – less weather cancellations

– Door to door service

– Hotel pickups around Queenstown

– You don’t need to put on snow chains

– No need to stand in queues as the bus has a seat booked for you

Rentals

– One stop ski shop

– Bundle deals

– Large range of rentals

– Free delivery

– Skis, boards, jackets, pants, helmets, goggles, boots, poles and much more

– Clients can wear our clothing for their whole holiday – not just up the mountain

Our experienced staff are here to help your clients choose the right kit for their skill level.

Book one of our bundle deals to get your clients up the mountain in no time.

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Ski & Snowboard PackagesGo Orange’s bundled ski packages are designed to get your clients up the mountain ready to go so they have more time on the slopes, and less time in a queue.

Available June to October

About

Package up lift passes, lessons, equipment, clothing & accessories to all 4 mountains.

Bus lift + rental

Return bus, full mountain lift pass & equipment rental (skis, boots + poles or snowboard + boots).

Starter pack

Suited to someone who has never skied /snowboarded before. Return bus, learner lift pass & equipment rental (skis, boots + poles or snowboard + boots + 2 lessons).

Achievement pack

Suited to someone that has skied/snowboarded before, from novice to expert. Includes return bus, full mountain lift pass, option of 1 or 2 lessons & equipment rental (skis, boots + poles or snowboard + boots).

Discover Snow – Cardrona

Sightseeing product. Return bus, clothing rental & souvenir gloves to keep. Add on a Chondola pass for the ultimate discovery.

Take in the views of the stunning Lake Wakatipu. We offer packages from beginners to experts.

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Ski & Board

TheDivide

Glenorchy

RouteburnShelter

RouteburnTrack

Milford Sound

Te Anau

DoubtfulSound

Manapouri

KeplerTrack

MilfordTrack

Queenstown

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Kayak Milford Sound Experience Milford Sound from a completely different perspective. Get up close & personal with nature.


About

Spend 4–5 hours on the water and take in all the highlights of Milford Sound. This loop includes a stop off on a secluded beach so bring your lunch along. If the afternoon breeze comes up, we’ll raft our kayaks together and sail back.

Highlights

– World Heritage Site

– Wildlife sighting opportunities (penguins, dolphins & seals)

– Small group sizes (8 + 1 guide)

– FREE hot drinks

– Coach connections available from Te Anau (additional)

– No paddling experience required

We provide


– All kayak equipment

– Kayak guide

Kayak Milford Sound

– 4–5 hours on the water

– Stop off on a secluded beach for lunch (must pre–order lunch)

Kayak + Cruise Milford Sound

– 2 hour morning kayak

– 2 hour afternoon boat cruise

– Cruise includes free fish & chips

Kayak + Milford Track

– Relaxing 30min paddle to the Milford Track

– Experience 2 hours walking on the world famous Milford Track return from Sandfly Point

Bundle up with a cruise. Wildlife photo opportunities can include penguins, seals, dolphins & on occasion whales.

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Kayak Doubtful Sound No one else does day and multi–day kayaking adventures in Doubtful Sound.

About

Cruise across Lake Manapouri by ferry. Cross the Southern Alps over the Wilmot Pass & into Doubtful Sound by coach. In Doubtful Sound spend 3 leisurely hours exploring the full length of the fiord to the Tasman Sea.

Highlights

– World Heritage Site

– Wildlife sighting opportunities (penguins, dolphins & seals)

– Small group sizes (8 + 1 guide)

– FREE hot drinks

– Transport in/out of Doubtful Sound included

– FREE transfers available from Te Anau or Manapouri

– No paddling experience required

We provide


– All kayak equipment

– All camping equipment (multi–day)

– Kayak guide

Kayak Doubtful Sound

Travel across Lake Manapouri by ferry & traverse the Southern Alps via coach across the Wilmot Pass into Doubtful Sound. Spend a full day out exploring Deep Cove, Rolla Island & Olphert Cove.

Involves 3 hours paddling.

Doubtful Overnight

Experience a personal adventure; sea kayaking & camping in a remote environment that epitomises what Fiordland is all about–tranquil beauty, sounds of silence, towering cliffs, waterfalls & lush rain forest. Penguins, seals & dolphins are also sometimes encountered.

Involves 5 hours paddling per day. Camp under the forest canopy of Hall Arm.

Camp in pristine Fiordland wilderness with our overnight trip.

We are the only company organising kayaking trips to Milford and Doubtful Sound.


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TheDivide

Glenorchy

RouteburnShelter

RouteburnTrack

Milford Sound

Te Anau

DoubtfulSound

Manapouri

KeplerTrack

MilfordTrack

Queenstown

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Track Transport & Rental

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Track Transport & RentalWe offer individual fares between Queenstown, Glenorchy, Routeburn Shelter, Te Anau, The Divide and Milford Sound. We also have a full range of outdoor essentials to rent.


About

We can connect you to some of New Zealand’s most incredible walking tracks, while making sure you have everything you need. Or just to get you to your next destination.

We provide

– Itineraries for a single or multiple tracks can be created

– Track transport to Routeburn Milford & Kepler track

– Luggage storage

– Equipment hire

– Track info

– Track essentials for sale

Things to know before you book

Track accommodation books out quick, so if you want to do one of our great walks in full, book one of our packages or pre–book DOC huts before booking your transport.

What we hire out

– Sleeping bags

– Back pack (65L + 40L)

– Waterproof jacket

– Waterproof pants

– Walking poles

– Pack covers

– Cook set

– Billy pot

– Stoves

Track accommodation is in high demand. Let us book it for you.

Take in the untouched wilderness of the South Island.

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All Inclusive Packages‘Adventure–out’ on one of our unguided packages–there are easy to follow signs and Orange markers on the tracks. Explore the Routeburn, Milford and Kepler Tracks.


About

We can connect you to some of New Zealand’s most incredible walking tracks, while making sure you have everything you need.

What we provide

– All inclusive unguided packages of New Zealand’s Great Walks

– Pre–trip briefing

– Track map

– DOC track hut accommodation

– Track transport

Why us?

– Hassle free

– Track hut bookings sell out months before opening

– Bookings open May each year – so book early

– One stop shop

– Luggage storage

– Gear rental

– Track essentials

The Milford Track53.5km in the heart of the spectacular Fiordland. Our most popular track. Books out fast.

1000m

1500m

500m

Clinton HutMintaro Hut

Dumpling Hut

The Routeburn Track 32km track can be walked in either direction. All options require easy to minimum fitness.

Luxmore Hut

Iris Burn Hut Moturau Hut1000m

1500m

500m

The Kepler Track 60km circular track, traversing through the spectacular Fiordland national park.

1000m

1500m

500m

Routeburn Flats Hut

Routeburn Falls Hut

Lake Mackenzie Hut

Lake Howden Hut

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All Inclusive Packages Available October to April

The Milford Track

Duration: 4 days 3 nights Distance: 53.5km Ability: Average to medium fitness. Walking time: Between 18.5 and 20.5 hrs walking

Iconic to walking in New Zealand the Milford Track is considered to be one of the best walking experiences in the world. Located in one of New Zealand’s most remote areas, the Fiordland National Park, the track passes through the heart of this breathtaking region. It is renowed for its spectacular scenery–tranquil lakes, crystal clear water, silent fiord and dramatic sheer cliff faces. With an infinite number of waterfalls cascading down the mountain you'll be astounded at every turn.

The Routeburn Track

Duration: 4, 3 and 2 day options Distance: 32km Ability: Average to medium fitness. Walking time: Between 11 and 15.5 hrs walking

The Routeburn Track is an amazing walk and was featured in the National Geographic as one of the top 11 hikes in the world and is visited by 7500 trampers each summer. Unlike the Milford Track which is booked out sometimes months in advance, the Routeburn Track is a great alternative with better availability and often preferred by locals for the diversity of the scenery. It is an easy to medium walk where you experience moss draped forest, energetic streams and busy waterfalls.

Routeburn Track we offer:

– Routeburn Track Package

– Routeburn Track Overnight

– Routeburn Track Day Walk

– Routeburn Track Transport

The Kepler Track

Duration: 4 days 3 nights Distance: 60km Ability: Medium fitness. Walking time: Between 17.5 and 22 hrs walking

The Kepler Track is a 60km circular tramping track which travels through some of the spectacular scenery on the South Island of New Zealand. The track passes through many landscapes of the Fiordland National Park ranging from rocky mountain ridges to tall mossy forests, from lake shores to deep gorges.

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About

Jetting you through New Zealand’s most stunning landscapes. A one hour ultimate jet boating experience of 360 spins and thrilling speeds taking you down the world famous Kawarau River.

Highlights

Take on the picturesque Queenstown rivers whilst doing 360° spins, hydroplaning and reaching speeds up to 95km/h.

– The adventure takes an hour and travels the distance of 47km

– Complete with local knowledge and commentary by our guides

– Frequent photo opportunities

– Visit a section of the Kawarau River that is only accessible by Helicopter or Jet Boat

Details

Conveniently departing from the heart of Queenstown, you can spend more time on the water with us.

We provide

All safety equipment.

Jet Boating QueenstownDiscover Queenstown’s pristine wilderness on a Jet Boat journey along the historic Kawarau River.

Combo up with a rafting experience, see page 17.

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About

Conveniently departing from the heart of Queenstown we’ll ensure you see the stunning scenery of Lake Wakatipu. With no set route you’ll reach remote areas we have exclusive access to, and knowledgeable local guides will give you all the information you need.

Highlights

– Exclusive access to remote areas of Lake Wakatipu

– Enjoy the scenery of New Zealand’s third largest lake

– Your own personal local guide

– Choose your own duration

– Brand new purpose built boats, for your comfort

We provide

– New purpose built boats for Lake Wakatipu conditions

– Your own personal guide

– Pick up & drop off from accommodation available

– Catering options available

Queenstown Lake CruiseWith exclusive access to the most remote areas of Lake Wakatipu, experience Queenstown’s unique landscape with our lake cruises.

Group bookings available, see page 47.

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Queenstown Lake CruiseQueenstown Lake Cruise

GroupsGo Orange’s ample Cruise, Coach, Raft, Kayak & Rental Fleet will be able to accommodate any group requirements you may have.


Kayaking

– Ideal for small groups

– 8 Travellers per guide

– Milford Sound – 40 travellers at a time

– Doubtful Sound – 24 travellers at a time

Rafting

Rafting is a great team building activity for any size of group. Perfect as a pre and post conference optional activity; we also offer bespoke itineraries and exclusive trips.

Maximum numbers 300 per day

Milford Sound Cruise

– Large spacious boat set at 50% capacity

– Free food on all cruises

– Maximum numbers 200 per cruise

Queenstown Lake Cruise

– New purposed built boats for Lake Wakatipu conditions

– Maximum capacity 1 x 25, 1 x 30

– All seats with viewing capability

Charters

– Diverse fleet of coaches 16 to 53 seats

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RouteburnTrack

Milford Sound

Te Anau

DoubtfulSound

Manapouri

KeplerTrack

MilfordTrack

Queenstown

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Freephone 0800 505 504

Phone +64 3 442 7340

Email [email protected]

Web GoOrange.nz

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