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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!
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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!
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)
Jet Boat Adventure: Departs from Shotover River.
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
2,437 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Linton M,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
What a ride, great driver & the best scenery. This boat will operate in only 100mm of water. Be prepared to get a little wet, it’s a jet boat, you will talk about it for years.






rgarthwaite,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an awesome trip on the 16th dec. Curtis was incredible, friendly, skilled and engaging! The river is beautiful and we all got enough of a thrill to keep us buzzing all day long. The only reason I didn’t give a 5 was because there was no photo option - which we hadn’t realised before the ride. So no photos to remember the trip of a lifetime by. Such a disappointment. Seems like a massive oversight to have a gap in photo provider especially when it’s surely one of the busiest times of the year!
Priyanka S,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
We extremely loved every moment. The girls at the reception were very professional. The whole experience was amazing.
Nick P,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fun fun fun. High-speed thrills, g-force, beautiful scenery. You will get a bit wet but not care. Well worth it. Slickly run, very little waiting around.
Gerhard B,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
It was an extraordinary experience. Take the jet boat along the rocks and this one at high speed was something special. The highlight, however, was the 360 degree rotations.
Scott T,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
Highly recommend. Had fun with the family on the shotover jet boat. Curtis was an awesome driver and knowledgeable.
502eyalg,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a lot of fun for everyone. Our guide was great. It is a short excursion so a great filler while you are in Queenstown.
O3564WEemmae,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our jet boat driver was so lovely and entertaining. She really knew how to drive! What an exhilarating experience- so much fun for our family!
F6994AIscottk,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great family experience, exciting and awesome location. Great value for money and well ran. The Shotover river is a must see when in Queenstown.
ASWARTHABHILASH D,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
It's hard to explain how well we enjoyed the shot over jet ride. Looking at online won't give you a full understanding of it and one needs to actually experience it. We thoroughly loved the jet ride.
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