Action Packed Jet Boating in Hanmer Springs
Overview
Available languages
50 minutes
Mobile ticket
Soak up the scenery of Hanmer Springs while you jet through the narrow gorges, white-water rapids, and braided shallows of the Waiau River. Experience the thrill of a 30-minute jet boat ride, a high-octane adventure that carries you over mere inches of water and rotates in 360-degree spins.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor or unsafe weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Advisable to bring warm clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera (and hat and gloves in winter)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Waiau River on this exhilarating adventure activity. Jet through narrow gorges, white water rapids and braided shallows on our thrilling jetboat ride. Experience the 360 degree spins made famous by the jetboat, first invented in New Zealand!
What‘s Included
Spray-proof jacket
Life jacket
Local taxes
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Action Packed Jet Boating in Hanmer Springs
Option 1: The ultimate Hanmer Springs jet boating experience!
Reviews
139 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Speed, Spins and Safety - An Awesome Jet boating experience
L2353HAbenj,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An awesome experience for my 16 year old son and I, which we did in combination with the Bungy Jumping. You will be on a boat with probably up to 15 people but the team do a great job of sitting groups together. The jet boat team made sure we were looked after with spray jackets (not mandatory, but highly recommended) and life jacket (mandatory). No matter where you sit in the boat you will get wet - jacket or not - so make sure you are in some comfortable clothes that will either dry fast or you are ok being wet in. The ride itself goes for about 30 minutes - up and down the river. The drivers are knowledgeable not just about the boats but also the surrounding geography. I would suggest sunglasses are a really good idea and if you have sensitive ears maybe even a beanie if it is snug enough to stay on. An awesome atmosphere which was at all times safe and friendly.
Amazing
Meander37398008861,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A definite must do in Hanmer the best part of the day and we will be back the kids absolutely loved it and so did the adults, super friendly staff and a adrendlin fun filled ride A+++++ Thank you this Jet Boat Ride made our day!!!!
Awesome Jet boating experience
T7423YYtonyf,Jun 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome Jet boating experience with Aaron. Fun and excitement when up and moving, and pointing out the features of the valley, river, and jet boats while we had some quieter moments. Well worth doing.
Jet boat excellence!
BMWMNZ,May 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely awesome jet boat ride with fantastic driver Marc. Stunning landscape through the Gorge, value for money! We’ve done other NZ jet boats, however this one tops them :) Recommend to everyone (the young kids on board loved it!)
Just do it
GrandTour30697759302,Apr 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The jet boat is a blast! Had a lot of fun and Mark (our guide) was confident, had some very interesting facts about the area and was hilarious. Absolutely worth doing!
Absolutely awesome
Corrine R,Nov 20, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You will get wet, you will laugh, you will have a lot of fun. Watch people bungy jump while you wait. Hardest part is the walk back up the hill once your finished
Better than Shotover
GizzySue,Apr 27, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Skilled friendly driver. Lots of thrills, spins and laughs. Lovely river and lucky to get a stunning day. Great lenght of trip. We loved it and highly recommend.
Super Fun
Jo C,Apr 26, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely brilliant!! Super fun, our 10 year old loved it. We were soaked but what an amazing experience for us all.
Family Fun!
LisaMarshFamily,Apr 22, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience, all the family loved this experience and all wanted to do it again, just the right amount of getting wet and fun 360s for all of us to enjoy. THANKS
Awesome
Kiwifun48,Apr 9, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome fun experience. The driver was fantastic and friendly. Was a great day to experience it and lots of thrills and laughter.
From NZ$130.00
Want a private experience? Upgrade to a private tour
Related Experiences
Operated by Hanmer Springs Attractions