Fast boats · QUEENSTOWN SPEEDBOAT TOURS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 7 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.”
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