Embark on the original jet boat ride on the Shotover River. Prepare for wall-to-wall action with high speed and thrilling 360-degree spins. Includes transportation from Queenstown.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Reserve now & pay later
- Reserve now & pay later to book your spot without any charges today. Learn more
- Duration 87 minutes
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instructor
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
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Please check-in at the river base. The river base is located on Gorge Road in Arthurs Point (approximately a 10-minute drive from Queenstown).
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- Warm clothing
- Sunglasses
Not allowed
- Cellphones
Know before you go
- Children must be a minimum height of 1 meter tall must be accompanied by a fare-paying adult; this height may be changed to 1.2 meters if operating in high river conditions
- Contact the tour operator if you are pregnant or have any medical conditions including back or neck problems
- Life jackets are mandatory and are supplied, along with optional splash coats
- Eyewear recommended all year round
- Dress warmly in winter – warm clothes, jacket, hat and gloves (although handrails on the jet boats are heated) are strongly recommended
- Onsite facilities include parking, gift shop, cafe, toilets, secure lockers and viewing areas
- Only cameras allowed on board are forehead mounted hands-free GoPro or similar; any other cameras or phones are not permitted to be carried aboard