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Shotover Jetboat ride

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    1½ hours (including 25 minutes jetboating)

  • Start time

    Every 15 minutes from 8:00am

  • Meeting Point
    Tour departs from the Station Information Centre, Corner Camp and Shotover Streets, Queenstown.
    Please report at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time. This is mandatory to allow time for pre-departure briefing.
  • Ending Point

    Tour ends at the starting point.

Key Highlights

  • Perfect for those looking for action and adventure.
  • Go on a jet boat ride of Shotover River Canyons
  • See the famous towering rocky canyons.

Overview

Get ready for the world's most exciting jet boat ride in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons. It's a thrilling ride - skimming past rocky outcrops at close range in your 'Big Red' jet, as you twist and turn through the narrow canyons at breath-taking speeds. And a major highlight - the famous 'Shotover Jet' turn, where your boat spins through a full 360° in its own length.

For a truly daredevil adventure in New Zealand, this jet boat ride is a must-do.

Itinerary

Please make your own arrangements to reach the tour's departure point at the Station Information Centre, Queenstown, from here, you will be transferred to the Arthur's Point Beach.

After a short safety briefing from your skipper you will receive life and full spray jackets.

Board the distinctive red 'Big Jet' for your exciting jet boat ride in the Shotover River Canyon.

Experience an adrenalin-rush as your jet speeds through the narrow gorges of the Shotover River Canyon. The river is famous for its towering rocky canyons. Hold on tight as your jet boat shoots the rapids and navigates narrow channels with breathtaking 360° spins.

The tour returns to the starting point.

Inclusions

  • Transfers from the Station Information Centre, Queenstown to Arthurs Point Beach
  • 25 minutes jetboat ride
  • Life jackets and full length spray jackets

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Additional info

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.

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