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Hit the water for an unforgettable exhilaration and blood-pumping thrill of New Zealand’s most iconic adventure activity, the jet boat!
Highlights
- A wild jet boat ride on world famous Lake Wanaka and the Clutha river.
- Pure adrenaline on New Zealand’s swiftest river
- World renowned Hamilton Spins and high powered jet boats
- Real jet boating in waters that’s less than 5cm in places
Picture yourself skimming across shallow water, over sand bars, through rapids and around rocks at speeds in excess of 80kph, now picture doing this down New Zealand’s swiftest river with no seat belt and no brakes; that’s one way to get your adrenaline levels through the roof.
Set in the South Island's gorgeous Wanaka, you’ll explore the famous Clutha River at mind-boggling speeds with some of the world’s best scenery in the background.
Starting with a breath taking journey over Lake Wanaka, take in the snow-capped mountain views as the anticipation of tackling one of the world’s swiftest flowing rivers begins.
Let you adrenaline levels build as your demonstrates the manoeuvrability of the jet boat, pushing it to its absolute limits as the boat is skilfully navigated through shallow water, tunnels and over giant pressure waves! And of course any jet boat ride is complete without those famous 360 spins.
Along the way, the driver will stop for that once in a lifetime photograph and provide a fascinating commentary of the area and the jet boat itself.
The ultimate fusion of spectacular southern scenery and pure exhilaration - don’t leave Wanaka without doing this!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$108.00
- Child$65.00
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- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$81.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$81.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$81.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$135.00
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- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$135.00
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- Adult$81.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
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- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
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- Family$360.00
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$81.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
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- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$81.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$99.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
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- Adult$135.00
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- Adult$108.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
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- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$108.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$135.00
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
- Adult$81.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$65.00
- Family$360.00
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Karen Dalton from Australia wrote on 18 November 2025
Great Fun
Lots of fun, the staff were informative and friendly. A great one hour of entertainment. Would highly recommend
bronwynm14 from Australia wrote on 07 November 2025
Great fun
We had a wonderful time on the jet boat on Clutha river. Amber our driver was alot of fun and gave great commentary throughout the ride. Highly recommend.
From Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride
Great to hear you enjoyed the jet boat trip with Amber. Thank you for the 5 stars!
Celia Morin from France wrote on 17 November 2025
Good, but really not what we were expecting…
We were a bit disappointed because it was more like a “high-speed cruise” than a real thrill activity. We felt the guide wasn’t very motivated, we came back to shore 10 minutes early, and we got a maximum of 5 spins in 1 hour, which isn’t much. Maybe we just didn’t understand what the activity was supposed to be… On the positive side, the lake is incredible and so is the wildlife! Only book this activity if you’re not really into adrenaline and strong sensations – in that case it’s actually perfect!
Henry Sung from Hong Kong SAR China wrote on 01 November 2025
Wonderful
This jet boat adventure was absolutely fantastic! Our guide was so friendly and made the whole experience even better. They were super knowledgeable and kept us entertained with their great personality. The ride itself was thrilling and offered incredible views. I'd highly recommend this tour for a dose of fun and some amazing scenery!
From Wanaka Jet Boat - 1 Hour Jet Boat ride
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a lovely review. Great to hear you enjoyed the trip with Amber. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip
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Maxime from France wrote on 22 March 2018
Très bien.
Nous n'avons pas pu commencer notre toir par le lac ( trop de vagues à cause du vent), mais après même pas 10 min en van, nous voilà arrivé à destination, et c'est parti pour 50 min de plaisir! Vraiment fun, poir 75 dollars ça va, ce n'est pas donné mais bon.