Arthur’s Pass Tour From Christchurch With Jet Boat & TranzAlpine
Overview
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10 hours
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Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Home of the world’s only truly alpine parrot and our namesake, the Kea, the now National Park’s dramatic terrain, powerful waterfalls, unique fauna, native Beech forest, and engineering feats make it a popular destination for hikers and sightseers alike.
You will be driven in comfort by our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter (or similar) packed with the extras to make the trip that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable, and passionate tour guides, and including a thrilling 30 minute jet boat experience and return to Christchurch aboard the world famous TranzAlpine, this journey is one you will never forget!
As this tour operates in an alpine region, the weather can be unpredictable so please prepare for all conditions.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is included in the tour duration.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Jet Boat Ride
local snacks
TranzAlpine Train Ticket
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
As we make our way through the Selwyn District, you will be greeted by Springfield, where we will then make our turn off towards the team at Alpine Jet Thrills. It is here that you will embark on your thrilling 30 minute jet boat ride across the braided shallows of the Waimakariri river! Take in the beautiful scenery from one of New Zealand’s most challenging and exhilarating rivers, and discover why Canterbury is the home of jet boating.
Lake Lyndon
Next up we stop at Lake Lyndon. Nestled at the base of Porters Pass, Lyndon, or Te Hāpua Waikawa, is popular amongst jetboaters, bird watchers, and brave swimmers. It is known as one of this area's colder lakes.
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Arthur’s Pass Tour From Christchurch With Jet Boat & TranzAlpine
Pickup included
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I won't comment too much...
Matt B,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00I won't comment too much on Arthur's Pass itself - if you've researched anything on Christchurch you will know that it's an essential place to visit. Instead I will comment on specifically the tour guide for this tour, which was fantastic. Joseph, our guide, did a flawless job of handling the overall tour logistics, making sure we were all very well looked-after whilst also injecting a lot of humour and history about the region too. We had a tour group with a wide diversity of people and abilities, and he was able to make sure that everyone got to do and see something memorable. I will note that this tour comes with the option of doing jet boating - I was tossing and turning whether or not to do it, but I'm very glad I did because it was an amazing experience, and I would recommend it to others of all ages. Do note that the jet boating requires a minimum of two people in order to go ahead, so if you're a solo traveller you might be taking a gamble. I would not hesitate to recommend this tour.
Great time
Richard M,
Feb 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great buffet, beautiful grounds and fun sheep show. Boat ride was awesome (take the catamaran) It’s much faster
What started out as a...
Ben D,
Dec 26, 2024
- Viator
5.00What started out as a dreary rainy day turned into a lovely experience. The jet boating was fantastic as the friendly couple that owned the jet boat was quite friendly. Get ready for a ride! Also don’t feed the kea when you get to the cafe at the end of the trip no matter how insistent it is. Unfortunately the train ride back was underwhelming as the rain drowned out some of the views. It’s a nice train ride though as I found it to be relaxing after a long day.
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