Overview
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30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Hold on tight on an exciting 30-minute jet-boat ride on the Waikato River! Spinning and speeding your way to Huka Falls, New Zealand’s most spectacular falls, see the country’s beauty rapidly unfold as you zip past rugged cliffs and native bush.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Warm clothing including jackets, hats and gloves are recommended in cooler winter months.
Life jackets are provided and must be worn
The boat has heated handrails in the cooler months
Cameras are welcome but carried at passengers own risk. Video cameras are not permitted for safety reasons.
All children must be at least 3 feet (1 meter) tall to participate
What To Expect
The Huka Falls is regarded as one of New Zealand's most spectacular and most visited natural attractions. Experience 30 minutes of awesome jet boating on the Waikato River and enjoy exclusive views of the majestic Huka Falls from the base of the falls.
Options
Hukafalls Jetboat - no pick up
What‘s Included
Expertly driven jet boat experience from your local jet boat driver guide
Informative commentary from your driver-guide
Exclusive jet boat access to the base of Huka Falls
30-minute jet boat ride on the Waikato River
Life jackets and safety briefing
Best eye-water level viewing of Huka Falls
Food and drinks
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
710 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good activity but bad experience on booking
yvonnewu923,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The jet boat experience itself was excellent, and Ricky was a fantastic skipper who made the trip both exciting and enjoyable. However, Although the website advertised a discount, it was not clearly stated that the price was in USD. As a result, after currency conversion, the booking ended up costing significantly more than the price available on-site. The lack of transparency around the currency displayed was disappointing and led to a poor booking experience, despite the great activity itself.
Amazing!
H599NYsandyp,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing experience. Had so much fun, was my first time and I’ll be coming back.
It was a lot of fun and...
Thomas L,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was a lot of fun and quite thrilling. I also really enjoyed getting close to the waterfall. The only downside was that it felt a little too short.
Must Do it 😉🫣
ivrisd2026,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic Experience from the minute you walk in the staff are very welcoming and friendly Our Boat Driver was very knowledgeable about our journey and absolutely fantastic on the boat Highly recommend I’m definitely doing it again 🫣
Whanau day out
Blair I,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best whanau day out! My kids enjoyed the jetboat with their Papa, unreal experience.The restaurant at prawn farm was epic, food was unbelievable.
Even in bad weather it was fun
nicolegC383EL,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The weather was not on our side as we were booked during the build up to the cyclone, but the staff were lovely and made the experience fun.
Must do in Taupo!
eripetes,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an awesome time on the jetboats! Caleb was a fantastic driver and getting up close and personal with the Huka Falls was really magical. Highly recommend if you're looking for something fun to do in Taupo!
Thrilling experience
grahambG3158XY,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booking ahead is essential in order to make sure you get to enjoy this experience. This was our first experience and certainly won’t be our last
Huka Falls jet
A9932SHrebeccah,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome! Scott was our driver, mad as a cut snake! Loved every second of it!!
I got scammed by Trip Advisor
568anshj,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00I am being over charged by trip advisor. It is $89 like that and we live in New Zealand so it’s pretty obvious that the dollar is NZD I was very happy then i booked it for 2 and i go to ride and it was very good and when i come back and I checked my account it the amount deducted was $320 i was shocked and checked the site again what happened then what i see it say & $89 But when I scroll at the end then it says us$ No one go that deep So i feel like i got scammed because i was getting cheaper price then them but because of their cheeky technique i got scammed. I ask for 45% refund as well but they refused and said operator didn’t approve it. Why would operator approve it it’s not their fault you have to approve . I would recommend everyone that don’t book from them go there and book it’s cheaper over there. I request you as well to change your website a bit so that it doesn’t happen to anyone again and i am still waiting for my refund from this review please look into it. Because i am out of my budget please refund.please please please
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