NEW ZEALAND
Shotover, Kawarau, Waikato, Dart and the Fiordland rivers, each with a different balance of scenery and spin. These 15 compare run length, how wet you get and what the transfer from town costs.
Race through Shotover Canyon on a 360-degree jet boat ride from Queenstown, with skilled drivers, scenic views, shuttle transport, and family fun.
“It is fun and involves turns and some splashes. No need to over pack. At some stops, okay to take out cell phone for photos”
Review of KJet’s Queenstown jet boat ride, with high-speed river runs, 360-degree spins, mountain views, practical tips, and value advice.
“A fantastic ride. We were fortunate enough to be sat in the front row. Sam was a great driver and real fun to talk with explaining what why a how all he was doing. Would recommend to everyone. Thanks”
Ride the Waikato River from Taupo, surf rapids, spin through canyons, and enjoy a fast, family-friendly jet boat trip.
“Jacob's knowledge about the river and his amazing 360 turns and jumps. Interesting movie set stories and scenery were amazing. His ability to handle tight turns and speed of the 550HP motor was exilerating.”
Review of Queenstown’s Shotover Jet ride, with canyon thrills, 360-degree spins, practical tips, safety details, and honest value advice.
“Everything was brilliant. The driver Paul was funny, exciting and very safe. A wonderful experience!!”
Review of Taupō’s Huka Falls Jet Boat: 30 minutes of high-speed spins, cliff views, and close access to the falls for $89.
“Great fun. Had a fantastic time up and down the river 360 turns and Scot our ‘driver’ was superb did a great job getting us wet Went so close to the falls too Don’t miss out on this trip no matter what your age - I’m 75🤣🤣🤣”
Review of Queenstown’s Skippers Canyon jet boat tour, with dramatic road views, gold-mining history, canyon spins, practical tips, and value advice.
“Skippers cannon is magnificent and the jet boat ride was exhilarating”
Ride the Upper Waiau River from Te Anau to Lake Manapouri, with Fiordland scenery, 360-degree spins, a forest walk, and Lord of the Rings sites.
“From the very start this experience was top notch! Chris called us to check if we wanted to reschedule our time based on rain that was moving in. He was so thoughtful and offered to take us whatever we decided. We arrived and Lindy was Read more”
Ride the Waikato River to Huka Falls on a thrilling 30-minute jet boat trip with spins, spray, local stories, and close-up views.
“Great! Must do. Thrills, spins (no one gets sick) and lots of laughter and wetness. Being a change of clothes”
Review of KJet Queenstown’s one-hour jet boat ride across Lake Wakatipu, the Kawarau, and Shotover rivers, with practical booking tips.
“The one we did wasn’t great, we saw the pictures in their website of the jet boat going through narrow rivers, huge rocks and shallow waters but the one we got was nothing compare to the adversitied. Waste of money. This was just a normal speed boat through the open river nothing special”
Review of the Dart River Jet Boat Experience near Queenstown, with pricing, itinerary, safety tips, scenery, family details, and honest drawbacks.
“As a family of 7 we had the best experience from checking in at the station the bus drive to Glenorchy with John and the jet boat with Simon at the helm was fantastic the scenery is spectacular and the commentary with all the drivers was really good to hear - very professional from the get go would thoroughly recommend this experience”
Review of the Dart River jet boat and funyak tour from Queenstown, with practical tips on scenery, lunch, fitness, gear, value, and pickup.
“Worth every cent, a definite bucket list item!! Fun and knowledgeable guides, shout out to Rob, Wolfgang & Jordan for their local knowledge, rafting and jet boat experience. Incredible views, awesome fun, and a delicious lunch to top it all off. Would go again in a heartbeat, great work crew!!”
Ride the Clutha River from Wanaka with 360 spins, Southern Alps views, local history, and a small group of up to nine.
“Amazing Ride! We enjoyed the Jet boat ride with Pat, he is so knowledgeable and he absoblutely loves nature! Explaning to us about the Clutha river, activities around the river, history and so much more! And not forgetting the twists and turns Read more”
Ride the Matukituki River, then walk through Mount Aspiring National Park on this scenic, small-group Wanaka adventure.
“Fabulous tour! Had a blast on the jet boat and walk. Loved the Captain - very interactive. Highly recommended tour!”
Race from Lake Wanaka onto the Clutha River with fast turns, Hamilton spins, mountain views, local stories, and a small-group jet boat ride.
“Fun and fairly exciting jet boat ride along the river ! Our guides were really fun and experienced, and the ride was totally worth it. It can be quite windy, cold and a little wet, so do make sure you are dressed prepared. Part of ticket proceeds goes to conservation as well, so do sign up!”
Amuri Adventure Jet Boating races through Hanmer Springs canyons, rapids, and shallows with spins, scenery, commentary, and free photos.
“We all enjoyed our jet boat adventure. The spins and rush of water along the gorge was great. Our party of 5 had fun”
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