Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown
Overview
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25 minutes
Mobile ticket
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‘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)
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!
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
2,314 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shotover River Fun
Marlene M,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00It’s so much fun. Beautiful surroundings and our driver had lots of local information. Highly recommend but just remember sunnies and a beanie if you go in winter.
Great experience
Bernadette P,
Aug 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic- our driver Paul was brilliant. Beautiful location and scenery. Thanks for a wonderful experience.
An incredible way to see...
Alisha B,
Aug 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00An incredible way to see the canyon, so beautiful. The boat driver was awesome, middle of the day is a perfect time to go.
Shotover jet
Hayden B,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Exciting and fast paced adventure. Great skill by the drivers navigating the river. A must experience in Queenstown.
They weren't kidding!
Kawina B,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Make sure you have your wet gear and beanie during winter 😆 sunnies help too. It was a wicked experience and could do it all day. Loved it.
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