1-Hour Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure on the Kawarau River

5.00

5.0(5 reviews)

1 hour

English

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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Set off on a thrilling jet boat ride through the breathtaking Kawarau River, where speed meets stunning landscapes. With Thunder Jet Queenstown, you can choose a 30-minute high-speed adventure or a 60-minute journey covering 47 km, packed with 360° spins and insightful local commentary.

Take in the untouched wilderness and historic gold-mining sites as you power down the river at exhilarating speeds of up to 95 km/h.

This action-packed experience is a true Kiwi must-do, perfect for families and adrenaline seekers alike.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Our jet boat rides are an epic mix of speed, iconic 360-degree spins, and breathtaking scenery complemented by a personalised commentary and our very own soundtrack. Travel the furthest distance of 47Km round trip, down the untouched and pristine wilderness of the historic Kawarau River, accessing exclusive and remote areas - skiming the water’s edge at exhilarating speeds of up to 90KMPH.

Options

1-Hour Ultimate Jet Boat Adventure on the Kawarau River

What‘s Included

Full 360 degree spins on the jet boat

1 hour jet boat ride

Life jackets supplied

Driver/ guide

Informative commentary and local stories of the history of the river

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A-Must-Do-Activity
poleakh,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tripadvisor managed to get us the best deal on top of the best time we had with Thunder Jet Boat. That's a must-do-activity in Queenstown.
Excellent
John S,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
You get very wet very fast you need to hang on. Great for kids grandma and grandad. Recommend for everyone.
Great jet boat ride
Jay R,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jess was amazing with her knowledge of the river system and a lot of fun along the way
Great fun in stunning scenery
Matthew L,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic experience, 1 hour boat ride was great fun and the scenery breathtaking. We definitely thought it was worth getting the 1 hour trip to see more of the landscapes up the river.