Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown
Overview
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25 minutes
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Prepare yourself for the ultimate jet boating experience with Shotover Jet - the unique, breathtaking white water ride and adrenaline rush you’ll never forget!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 5 years and child must be at least 3 feet (1 meter) in height; dependent on water conditions, the operator reserves the right to increase the minimum height to 4 feet (1.2 meters)
Lifejackets are provided
Please allow 1.5 hours for return trip from Queenstown if taking shuttle bus
Locker facilities available for personal belongings
Check-in is 30 min prior to jet boat ride departure if self-driving to the river base
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
THE SPECTACULAR SHOTOVER CANYONS. ONLY WE CAN TAKE YOU THERE! The only way to experience our Canyons, see their beauty and feel their power, is to come on a journey with us, the world’s most exciting jet boat ride. A unique combination of beauty and power, it’s an experience like no other, blending pristine natural landscape with wall to wall canyon action from start to finish! Proudly owned by Ngāi Tahu, the Māori people of this land, our connection to the Kimiākau (Shotover River) goes back centuries. As the home of our tīpuna (ancestors), this place is part of us. Only we have access to the spectacular Shotover Canyons and no one knows this area like we do!
What‘s Included
Full 360 degree spins on the jet boat
Exclusive access to the Shotover canyons with your highly skilled and entertaining jet boat driver
Informative commentary and local stories of the history of the river
Access to retail store to view your photos and videos and purchase merchandise
Lots of free parking onsite
Adrenaline Jet boat ride on the world's most exciting jet boat ride
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Options
Shotover Jet
Jet Boat Adventure: Departs from Shotover River.
Shotover Jet + Transport
Jet Boat & transport from QT: Includes return transport from Queenstown, check-in is 45 mins prior to departure in the Station Building, Queenstown CBD
Pickup included
Reviews
2,510 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome experience
704kate,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience with Shotover Jet. We opted for the transport option which is complimentary. We were collected on time in Queenstown and taken to the river where we met the boat. The boat ride through the canyon was exciting and fast with plenty of 360s and thrills. We felt very safe and thought it was well worth the money.
Jet boat Shotover Queenstown
Roadrunner0713,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience ! So much fun. Matt the driver was awesome and the ride was fantastic. The power and speed of the boat is just crazy and the depth of water you are in is just nuts. Highly recommend the Shotover jet boat ride to do if you are in Queenstown. The bus from Queenstown makes it easy to get too also
Worth the money
brittanygN2305EB,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience. Bit chilly so wear a light raincoat. Experienced boat drivers with vast knowledge of the area.
It is great fun but not for the faint hearted.
Oscardog16,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the ride on this well-established jet boat. It had regular departures during the day. It was amazing to experience how close they get to the canyon walls and sand banks. I was able to hire a head strap to use my GoPro and the video is excellent. I’m glad I wore a raincoat to keep the cold wind out and take care of the minor splashing over the side of the boat in the 360 spins. Highly recommend this thrilling adventure.
Wakes you up for the...
Kim D,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wakes you up for the day!! Well worth the outlay, helpful staff, and our driver Paul was very skilled and welcoming.
An enjoyable experience
735scotth,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A unique experience that is well run and worth the cost compared to other adventure experiences in Queenstown. Our driver Mark was a
Thrill seekers recommend
juliekG1179NJ,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely amazing such talented drivers and the scenery was oit of this world. Recommend highly for thrill seekers
A must do experience for Queenstown
tonysmyth84,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great fun from start to finish. Rob the driver gave us a great experience and handled the boat with expertise. Definitely a must do and we would definitely do it again.
Thrilling and exciting!
Lizziemun,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exhilarating and so much fun. I'm 65 and although I was a little nervous - I needn't have been - our driver was very experienced with an eye on safety. I would recommend this great activity to everyone.
Great experience! Scary
catherinegE9215DV,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Definitely go through the canyons and it looks like a couple of close calls but the driver manages to make it look Easy
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