Rappelling Abseiling Queenstown South Island Otago New Zealand

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Rappelling /Abseiling in Queenstown, South Island, Otago New Zealand

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Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.

The town is surrounded by Lake Wakatipu and the awe-inspiring Southern Alps, with spectacular mountains such as the Remarkables, Cecil Peak and Ben Lomond. Queenstown and the surrounding area was the setting for the legendary films Lord of the Rings and X-Men Origins. Despite the mountainous landscape, the climate is considered to be oceanic, with warm summers and temperatures that can reach up to 30°C/86°F, and cold winters with frequent snowfalls.

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Queenstown, with a great variety of tracks and routes on the surrounding mountains and hills, is the perfect destination for abseilers of all levels. Experience the perfect adventure and feel the thrill of descending down steep slopes and dangerous rocks, learn how to use anchors and handle the ropes to control your speed, learn and exercise abseiling techniques dedicating your mind and body 100%.

Note: Wear warm shocks and closed-toe sport shoes or hiking boots.

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