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
2,575 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Husband loved it,...
Gillian A,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Husband loved it, especially the 360 degree turns! Extremely experienced driver of boat thank goodness. Highly recommend for any thrill seeking people!
Not to be missed and never forgotten.
n01lapta,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Checkin was easy. Good separate reception building and shop. Very professional and safety conscious. The ride on the boat was fantastic a must do for everyone.
A boat ride that feeds your adrenaline fix
ivanbuckle,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A truly awesome experience with well trained jet boat drivers. You get about 30 mins on the water but that is enough. The price is worth the experience, there were a lot of screamers ony trip but as the team of drivers are so experienced there is nothing to worry about, just enjoy the speed, spray and pure joy
Great experience in Queenstown
Julie R,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fab experience, with entertaining driver (his name escapes me) . Surpassed our expectations, the 360 turns were fab
Thrilling experience
Maps577662,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved every moment of this experience The adrenaline rush we got with the 360* turns in such a narrow canyon was something not to be missed. Good job Curtis
So good I rebooked another ride
JOANNE R,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best thing so far in NZ! So much fun - had to rebook and ride a second time. Boat driver was great too!
Must do activity
Neil C,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organized outfit providing an amazing experience. Boat driver was great fun and gave us a thrilling and exhilarating ride.
Awesome experience
P4981SEpaulc,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful experience with the team at Shotover Jet going through the canyons. Definitely recommend
Super fun experience
819janar,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The location was easy to find, everyone was very welcoming, and the tour was SO MUCH FUN! The boat was full but it didn’t feel cramped at all. Had the best time, the guide was super nice, and everyone spread such positive vibes. Would do it again immediately ☺️
Thrilling experience
581anuradhau,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, must do activity in Queenstown.
From NZ$183.59
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