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Thunder Jet Queenstown - 30 minute Jetboat Ride

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Jump straight into the adventure from the heart of Queenstown and explore the surrounding hidden landscapes via Jet Boat on our 30-minute journey.

Jump straight into the adventure from the heart of Queenstown and explore the surrounding hidden landscapes via Jet Boat on our 30-minute journey.

Highlights

  • Twin V8 engines delivering insane 820 horse power!
  • 360 degree spins + up to 95kmph
  • Depart conveniently from Queenstown Bay for the ultimate jet boat adventure
  • Explore Queenstown's highlight reel, featuring Lake Whakatipu, Kawarau river and Remarkables mountain range
  • Go further down the Kawarau river than any other jet boat

In 30 minutes, enjoy the best introduction to adrenaline-pumping adventure, and tick this one off the Queenstown bucket list. Skim across Lake Wakatipu and down the Kawarau River, reaching speeds of up to 95kmph, feel the spray of glacial water in 360° spins, and weave around tight corners and rocky outcrops.

With heaps of photo opportunities, you’re spoilt for choice when capturing your own jet boat memories on this mini-adventure, perfect for the whole family.

Adult $109.00
Child $55.00 (5 - 15 years, must be booked with an accompanying Adult)
Infant $0.00 (2 - 4 years)

What's included

  • 25 minute Jet Boat Experience
  • Life Jacket

Location

  • Watersports Kiosk
  • Steamer Wharf
  • Queenstown.

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 2

  • Not suitable for pregnant women.

    The minimum age is 2 years/15kgs and MUST fit an XS children's life jacket to participate.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • All departures subject to minimum required booking numbers and safety conditions on the day. Discount fares are non-transferable & non-refundable.

    Check In: Please check in a minimum of 15 minutes prior to departure.

    Infants:Aged 2-4 years are Free *** Please note infants will not be allowed to travel if they do not fit into a child lifejacket. Min weight restriction of 15kgs also applies ***

  • Infants ( 2-4 years of age) go FREE. *** Please note, infants will not be able to travel if they do not fit into a child lifejacket. 15kg min weight restriction also applies ***

    Departure Location: Thunder Jet Kiosk, Steamer Wharf, Queenstown.

Available Bookings from 10 Oct to 23 Oct 2025

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

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  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Family$273.00
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  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$71.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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  • Family$273.00
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  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$71.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$71.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$71.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$71.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$71.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
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  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$87.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult$109.00
  • Child$55.00
  • Family$273.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
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Philipp Hartwig from Germany wrote on 25 August 2022

Jet Boat

Hat sehr viel Spaß gemacht. Der Fahrer war sehr nett. Alles unkompliziert funktioniert.

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Markus from Germany wrote on 01 January 2020

Nette One-Time Erfahrung

Hat sehr viel Spaß gemacht. Mehr als die 25 Minuten müssen aber aus unserer Sicht nicht sein. ;-)

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Manuela Faulmann from Germany wrote on 20 August 2018

Jet-Boot war spitze

Die Fahrt war super. Das muss man einfach erleben. Leider ist unser Foto bisher noch nicht bei eingegangen. Schade.

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leighs11 from New Zealand wrote on 15 April 2025

Great time by all

Well worth I would go again 👍👌

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bdc22 from New Zealand wrote on 03 October 2025

The greatest spinner

The driver was really experienced with driving the boat loved how he would have given us all a heads up every time he was going to spin. Such a lovely crew they are the best worth it and for memories too💯

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Child * 5 - 15 years, must be booked with an accompanying Adult

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Infant * 2 - 4 years

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