Fast boats · QUEENSTOWN SPEEDBOAT TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 14 queenstown speedboat tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the water.
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!”
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!”
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!”
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 Queenstown’s Thunder Jet, with 360-degree spins, alpine views, practical tips, safety details, and advice on choosing 30 or 60 minutes.
“We absolutely loved this tour, the driver was brilliant. Would recommend!”
Combine Queenstown jet boating and Kawarau River rafting in one family-friendly adventure with rapids, swims, cliff jumping, and canyon views.
“The jet boating was fun, not scary fun though! The rafting was very enjoyable but because the water level was low the rapids were smallish. The guides did a good job making it fun anyway”
Review of Dart River’s Queenstown day trip, with jet boating, Funyak paddling, lunch, transport, costs, tips, and who should book.
“Incredible from start to finish. This was our second time booking this day trip.”
Review of Queenstown’s Kawarau River rafting and jet boat combo, with rapids, cliff jumping, safety details, pricing, and practical advice.
“Guy, our guide, Jacob, and Morgan were fab! Great banter, we felt safe the entire time, and the experience itself was something we will forever remember!”
Review of the Dart River wilderness jet boat from Queenstown, with scenic drives, Māori stories, film locations, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Fantastic day. Weather was great . Mac our driver down to dart river was fun and very knowledgeable. Scenery fantastic. Arrived at Dart River and there our Jet Boat commander, Jordan, was waiting. He was fun but very professional in what he does. Love the jet boats and can't wait to do it again.”
Race along Queenstown’s Kawarau River at 95 km/h with 360-degree spins, local commentary, music, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.
“Would strongly recommend the ride and team is superb. Kudos to Chris. Guaranteed to have fun. Thank you Thunder Jet!”
Review of the Roxburgh Gorge bike tour from Clyde, with e-bike hire, jet boat transfer, return shuttle, route details, price, and practical tips.
“We had such a great day E-biking the trails around Queenstown. Communication was a breeze and we booked the day before. The scenery was magnificent. David provided us a map and some great recommendations for stops along the way and the trails are very clearly signed. Would highly recommend lunch at Milbrook.”
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