KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Hang on during this thrilling Jet boat ride that travels at high speeds on two rivers, covering more ground with a longer time out on the water than similar tours in the region. Leaving right from the Main Town Pier in Queenstown, scream with delight as your jet boat zooms across Lake Wakatipu, spins in circles on the Kawarau River, and navigates the shallow waters of the Shotover River. Be prepared to have heart-racing fun on this roller coaster of a ride!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 2 years
Please wear comfortable shoes, jacket and sun protection
Caregivers are required to assist drivers with carrying any disabled passengers down the stairs and on to the Jet boat. When carrying larger numbers, at least one caregiver must travel on the boat.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Life vests supplied
Driver/guide
1-hour jet boat ride
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Only KJet takes you on an insane 60 minute high speed adrenaline ride across three waterways traveling at speeds of up to 95kph in the fastest and meanest Jet boats in town. Throw in 45km of unforgettable thrills, 360 degree spins and exhilaration in one of the world’s most stunning locations, and blast across Lake Wakatipu and down the world-famous Shotover and Kawarau Rivers in water that's less than 5cm deep in some places. We've got kick ass skilled drivers, trained to the highest standard in the industry and are 100% Kiwi owned and operated. KJet is hassle free, departing every hour on the hour from the Main Town Pier, central Queenstown. Check in is 15 minutes prior to departure.
Options
60 minute Jet Boat Ride
Reviews
563 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome boat trip with thrills of speed
Awesomechik,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great thrilling time of Jet boating along the local rivers. Awesome guide with facts about the history and areas. Highly recommended.
Do this!
wiseowlNottingham,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience! Exhilarating and exciting, superb fun. We were the oldies on the boat, both over 70, but don’t let that put you off. A highlight of our trip.
O - SUM!!!
23Kina,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved it!! Family of 5 including 3yr old who fell asleep half way through - such an awesome experience and beautiful views. Booking was disrupted due to high winds so didn't depart from waterfront but departed from Marina which was fantastic well organized transportation & we still got the full Jetboat experience with plenty of 360 spins (note middle seats do get soaked so if your hoping to stay dry wear waterproof clothing). Heated handrail on the boats were much appreciated especially going on the 5pm ride, cooler evenings. Will definitely book again 💯
Bloody Awesome
Explore37521264141,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bloody awesome. Weather was windy but didnt stop us. Pilot was off tap and very knowledable. Was a great trip. Highly recommend 😁
Driver was very good....
Danielle A,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Driver was very good. Funny but still kept us well informed of what was to come. Was very thrilling but not as scary as I thought it would be.
We had Jack as our driver...
Olivia E,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had Jack as our driver today & he made the experience so much fun! Definitely worth adding this activity to your itinerary!
KJet Excitment
Jon D,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy ticketing, good organisation to get us on the water and then a great 1 hour ride up the lake and on the two rivers. Well looked after by the driver with a ride filled with twists, spins and speed. Loved it.
Waste of money
Maxson T,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00The one we did wasn’t great, we saw the pictures in their website of the jet boat going through narrow rivers, huge rocks and shallow waters but the one we got was nothing compare to the adversitied. Waste of money. This was just a normal speed boat through the open river nothing special
Buzz off a time
47brettg,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience, the staff were great and very informative and helpful. Driver/ pilot/ Tour guide Jack was wonderful and very experienced. Was great to see him check up on us to make sure everything was fine. I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a thrill.
This was our first...
Patricia N,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was our first experience on a Shotover and it was awesomely thrilling. The staffs were great and helpful. The jet driver Puni was skilled and made our trip fun and exciting. Special thanks to Puni who made sure I got my beanie back which I had forgotten on the jet.
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