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 + 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
Shotover Jet
Jet Boat Adventure: Departs from Shotover River.
Reviews
2,591 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
41285,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, easy to book on line, very efficient transfer to canyon. Smooth transition to boat. Exactly as it says, really enjoyed.
Pure excitement
K47TYrobynb,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much excitement...a total group adrenaline rush. The twists, spins and 360 degree turns were awesome.
Constant thrills and adrenalin! Highly recommend
Adventure48479334427,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Not for the faint hearted, this was a heart thumping thrill of a ride! Had a wonderful time and enjoyed the ride. After rain in the morning, the afternoon rides after us were cancelled due to rising water depth. We were lucky enough to get through before this!
360 exhilarating
F9820XQlynnt,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was told to book by my son and I am delighted I did I really enjoyed it, some scary moments but very exhilarating, def recommend to others I meet
Great ride but no videos or photos at this company
GrandTour06728445163,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Great ride but they should tell you that all of the cameras on the boats aren’t working. So you don’t get a photo or video of the ride.
Fun!!!!
drjill32,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very fun and a bit scary, but very safe. Beautiful canyon. Great driver!
Thrilling!
360kerried,,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an excellent time on the jet boat. Our driver was great and the scenery was beautiful. Really exciting.
Fantastic
Paul M,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great experience im almost 70 and enjoyed every minute. But not for people with back problems. Would do it again given the chance.
My own experience
BanbridgeWatt,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Experience was great but so bumpy I felt a little seasick. Driver was very good and explained everything. Otherwise exciting but wouldn’t do again.
Exhilarating must do adventure
brucesB114RL,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exhilarating experience. There are other jet boat companies in Queenstown but this is the only one that “jets” through the Shotover Canyon River which is what makes the experience unique. The drivers are obviously highly trained. As extreme as the ride is, it is very safe and comfortable. Don’t miss this experience. You may want to visit historic mining town of Arrowtown which is only 15 minutes from launch area.
From NZ$183.59
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