Queenstown
The jet boat runs that built Queenstown’s reputation: the Shotover’s canyon walls at arm’s length, Skippers Canyon for the remote version and 360-degree spins as punctuation. The jet boat was invented in New Zealand for exactly these rivers.
Experience Queenstown's thrill with the Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride—adrenaline, stunning scenery, and fun spins in just 25 minutes.
Most Popular“Quite a thrilling experience on a jet boat navigating through the river and at the same time we enjoy the Mother Nature beauty. My 8 years old son enjoyed it and had fun.”
Experience Queenstown’s thrill with a 1-hour jet boat ride on Shotover and Kawarau rivers, combining high-speed spins, stunning scenery, and expert guides.
“Great fun and exhilarating. We felt very safe and had a blast. Charles was a great driver. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
Experience the thrill of high-speed jet boating on New Zealand's Shotover River, with stunning canyon views and expert guides ensuring fun and safety.
“Lots of fun, you don’t get too wet so don’t let that put you off. Our driver was very skilled and told us lots about the surrounding areas. He was very friendly and answered all the questions about the boat.”
Discover the stunning Skippers Canyon and experience an exhilarating jet boat ride on the Shotover River with this scenic Queenstown tour.
“Loved the minibus trip up/down the old miners route, with the huge drop offs, but it still felt safe. The jet boat ride was just scary enough to get the pulse quickening but the skill of the driver meant we trusted him. Just wish it…”
Experience a thrilling 1-hour jet boat ride in Queenstown, zipping across lakes and rivers with spins, scenic views, and expert guides for an unforgettable adventure.
“Easy ticketing, good organisation to get us on the water and then a great 1 hour ride up the lake and on the two rivers. Well looked after by the driver with a ride filled with twists, spins and speed. Loved it.”
Experience a thrilling jet boat ride on the Dart River near Queenstown, with scenic views, expert guides, and a half-day adventure into Mt Aspiring National Park.
“Amazing boat ride!!! Very scenic and the driver/guide was very experienced. Thanks Jordan. Staff were great to deal with.”
Experience Queenstown's stunning landscapes with a full-day Dart River adventure, including jet boating, funyak paddling, and a scenic picnic.
“This is one of the best activities from our vacation yet! I mostly booked for the funyaks but the jet boat was surprisingly great! We had such a fun time zipping along the river in the jet boat, then having a nice relaxing float back…”
Experience thrilling white water rafting on Queenstown’s Shotover River with expert guides, stunning canyon scenery, and all gear included for an adventure you won’t forget.
“Very fun, would definitely do again! Very good views along the way, guides we're really knowledgeable and experienced.”
Experience thrilling whitewater rapids on the Shotover River with expert guides, stunning scenery, and full safety gear—all from Queenstown for $175.
“This is a very well organised company who has found a nice balance between safety and fun. Our guide, Jess, was excellent. Jess was very experienced and taught us a lot about white water rafting during our "adventure". We also learned a little bit about…”
Discover the stunning landscapes of Skippers Canyon on this half-day 4WD tour from Queenstown, with expert guides, gold panning, and breathtaking views.
“Meget smuk tur, hvor vi også vi fik lidt historie😊 - chaufføren var dygtig, så det var betryggende at køre på disse smalle grus veje.”
Experience high-speed thrills and stunning alpine scenery on Queenstown's Thunder Jet ride. Choose 30 or 60 minutes of adrenaline and adventure.
“Great host, great experience! Would highly recommend.”
Experience Queenstown’s iconic Kawarau River with this combined jet boat and white-water rafting tour, blending thrills, stunning scenery, and expert guides for an unforgettable adventure.
“Excellent. Would recommend to anyone going to Queenstown. Great guides - Jacob was great out on the water!”
Experience a full-day adventure in New Zealand’s Mount Aspiring National Park with jet boating, canoeing, scenic drives, and film location tours from Queenstown.
“A fantastic day in a wilderness area. Our guides, Ellie and Wolfgang, were thoroughly professional and very organised. Overall leader Georgia was excellent as well. Rockburn Chasm was the highlight of the day. Lunch on the edge of the river was fabulous as well. Thanks…”
Experience Queenstown’s Kawarau River with a guided half-day adventure featuring scenic jet boat rides, beginner-friendly rafting, and thrilling cliff jumps.
“Excellent body workout. Perfect guides made it so easy to get through the rapids. Will do it again.”
Experience Queenstown’s wild side with a scenic jet boat ride on the Dart River, offering stunning views, Maori legends, and famous film locations.
“It was a beautiful and fun way to see amazing scenery with Dan, our friendly and experienced Jet boat driver. We were in safe hands, whilst having a great time. I have terrible "locked" knees when it comes to stepping up and Dan was always…”
Jet boats, bungy history and Milford Sound up the road.