Fast boats · NEW ZEALAND SPEEDBOAT TOURS
Otago invented the commercial jet boat and still runs the best of them. These 15 cover the Shotover, the Kawarau, the Dart and Wanaka, with spin counts, minimum ages and prices.
Review of Queenstown’s Shotover River jet boat ride, with 360-degree spins, canyon scenery, practical tips, pricing, and family advice.
“It was fun and exciting The driver was professional . Fan and very recommend . I smile all the time.”
Review of KJet’s Queenstown jet boat ride on Lake Wakatipu, the Shotover, and Kawarau rivers, with practical tips on cost, weather, and wet seats.
“Our pilot, Puni, was excellent. We had a fantastic time, it was fabulous. It was windy the day we went which made it even more exhilarating. Pure adrenaline! Still smiling at the memory six hours later!”
Review of Taupo’s Waikato River jet boat ride, with rapids, canyon spins, practical tips, pricing, family advice, and booking details.
“100% thrills. I've come back for more. Scenic, exciting, informative and you get a little bit wet 😉”
Ride the Shotover River at 90kmh through narrow canyons, with 360-degree spins, skilled guides, and optional Queenstown transport.
“It was a fun experience! It includes a good mix of thrill and getting to view the scenery. Be warned that the wind is quite fast and cold, so dress warm and maybe wear a ski mask if you are sensitive to fast winds. We got to do a lot of fun 360s and the seats were very comfortable!”
Review of Taupō’s Huka Falls Jet Boat, with 360° spins, water-level views, practical tips, pricing, safety, and booking advice.
“The jet was awesome! I'm soaked and it was so worth it. My driver was chopper and his driving was amazing, if I was here longer I'd have gone straight back on again. The Huka falls are cool to see but the 360 turns are mega fun. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area visiting New Zealand!”
Ride Skippers Road into gold-mining country, then race through Shotover River canyons on a thrilling 30-minute jet boat trip.
“Epic experience, I would highly recommend! Love that it is a family fun business. More intimate and gets you out of the immediate city into some great nature. 10/10 recommend!”
Ride the Upper Waiau River from Te Anau to Lake Manapouri with Fiordland views, Lord of the Rings sites, spins, and a short forest walk.
“It was a AWESOME experience Very knowledgeable driver The session was a lot longer then we expected it also included stops with the history of the area The hard turns of the Jet boat was Fantastic we all had a great time I would highly recommend this company for anyone they were AWESOME”
Review the Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo, with fast spins, close Huka Falls views, practical tips, pricing, and booking advice.
“This was so much fun!! The thrill, the speed and great scenery - the Huka Falls were spectacular and our driver was great fun, knowledgable and highly skilled. The whole operation was well run. A Great Experience !!”
Review of KJet Queenstown’s one-hour jet boat ride on Lake Wakatipu, the Kawarau, and Shotover rivers, with tips on price, weather, and families.
“This is fun and easy to mid activity for most age groups. You will love the high speed boat rid and the spins in between. The spins arent too scary and you can easily hold on to the bars. A must do activity in Queenstown”
Review of the Dart River jet boat tour from Queenstown, with Glenorchy scenery, Mt Aspiring views, practical tips, price, and family advice.
“Took my 8 y.o. daughter and 75 y.o. dad. Both loved it. Great tour guide and experience. Beautiful views.”
Ride a jet boat and funyak through Mt. Aspiring National Park, with picnic lunch, mountain scenery, gear, and Queenstown transport included.
“Very fun and exciting, does require a little bit of physical strength though. Coaches are very nice and helpful.”
Review of the small-group Clutha River jet boat ride from Wanaka, with spins, mountain views, gold history, pricing, logistics, and booking advice.
“Pat was a very skilled and knowledgeable pilot and we had a great time while learning some 'fun facts' about the Clutha and surrounds. Would absolutely highly recommend this to anyone up for an adrenaline rush. Thanks to Pat, Tracey and Gabi for making our time with Go Jets Wanaka full of fun and lots of smiles in a spectacular part of NZ.”
Ride the Matukituki River and walk through Mount Aspiring National Park on a scenic, small-group adventure from Wanaka.
“We are touring the South Island of New Zealand and this was by far our favourite thing we’ve done. Ben was absolutely outstanding and really made the trip for us. I think this is a must do.”
Review of Wanaka’s Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure, with Clutha River thrills, mountain views, practical tips, price advice, and booking details.
“Very fun experience!!! Max was a great guide/driver and we had a lot of fun during the jet boat experience on the river!!”
Ride Wanaka’s Clutha River by jet boat, with rapid spins, mountain views, expert guides, and practical tips before you book.
“It was totally amazing. The staff was friendly and smiling. Lots of adrenaline! Beautiful landscapes”
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