Wanaka Speedboat Tours: Our 8 Favourites

1.Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · from $98Our pick

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.”

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2.Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 259 reviews · from $215

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.”

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3.Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure – Clutha River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $83Best value

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!!”

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4.Jet Boat Ride on Clutha River

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 143 reviews · 1 hour · from $83

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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5.Jet Boat & Wilderness Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 4 hours · from $202

Ride the Matukituki River, see glaciers and Mount Aspiring, and walk through forest and waterfalls on this four-hour Wanaka tour.

“Awesome experience! Bit expensive maybe, but after the 3hrs + of Jetboat and forest walk, I don't regret paying at all! Must do if you're staying in Wanaka!”

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6.Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $353

Review of Wanaka’s Siberia Experience, combining a Southern Alps flight, remote hike, and jet boat ride through Mt. Aspiring National Park.

“The scenic flight was amazing, definitely a must do BUT this package was definitely not worth the price … it was raining at the time so the hike was cancelled. I understand that they cannot control the rain so we weren’t disappointed. HowevRead more”

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7.Go Jets Wanaka Clutha River Jet Boat Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour · from $89

Ride the Clutha River near Wanaka with 360-degree spins, gold-mining sites, Southern Alps views, and an entertaining English-speaking guide.

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8.Heli Siberia – Helicopter Flight, Hike & Jet Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4 reviews · 5 hours · from $415

Review of Wānaka’s Heli Siberia adventure, combining a Southern Alps helicopter flight, Siberia Valley hike, and Wilkin River jet boat ride.

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