Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Lets us take you on amazing Jet boat ride down the Mighty Clutha river. Amazing world renowned scenery , snow capped mountains and the famous Historic Red Bridge". The Clutha river is the second longest river in New Zealand. The river flows swiftly through the Upper Clutha Valley between ancient glacial terraces. We will take you through the long section called the "Snake" before reaching a rare switchback feature called the 'Devils Nook". Before heading back upstream to take in the magnificent views of the mountains.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Jet Boating the Mighty Clutha River. Enjoy your fun packed experience for all ages , jet boating, 360 spins, Gold history of the river ,stunning scenery. And Camera stops. 103 Ardmore st Wanaka or from your accommodation if requested.
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Tour escort/host
Live commentary on board
Souvenir videos (available to purchase)
Options
Departure
Reviews
298 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super Fun trip on the river
abbye397,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing trip on Boxing Day with Go Jets, Pat was our driver and Tracey was on shore setting us up. Super friendly hosts. Pat was great, stopped & told us lots of about the river & pointed lots of things out to us that we would not have noticed or known. Heaps of fun, spins & splashes! Really loved it, thanks Pat & Tracey !
Great trip
karenv76,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time on the river. Well worth doing. Informative and fun. The river is beautiful and loved all the turns in the boat .
Highly recommended
leifandren,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really fun and great adventure with a formidable skipper,Pat, and friendly staff,Daisy and..(sorry,forgot the other lady’s name) Can highly recommend a tour with GoJetsWanaka
Fun Times!
H4016LNpeterj,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fantastic experience! Better than any expectation - Tracy was very professional and Pat showed us some large trout!
Great family fun
393willb,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great family activity - extremely friendly and helpful staff - well worth it. The boat looked as though it could fit 10, we had 2 rows of 4 (8 total) - several stops to explain landmarks and historical points of interest as well as warm up after some light splashes from the 180s and 360s before poking off again.
Awesome experience in beautiful scenery!
98eveliend,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome! Beautiful area and great experience! Very nice and professional driver. No need to be scared. Great team! Recommended!
AMAZING - will never forget !
Johanna S,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing - hands down 100% recommended!!! Our children (aged 8-11) and we simply loved every minute! The team was amazing !!! Thank you guys !!
360’s in abundance
485kinga,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was really entertaining. In addition to various maneuvers with the speed boat, the explanations were also very interesting. A really cool tour with the necessary adrenaline kick.😎
Thrill and chill
jorenp544,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are looking for an adrenaline (It's safe don't worry) filled ride. Then these boat tours are your thing, the guide can tell you the history of the land and the river as well as excite you with thrilling high speed drifts down the river. If you don't mind getting a tiny bit wet then this is a must do in Wanaka
A stunning and unique experience on the river Mata-Au.
Stephen005,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked the Go Jets event as a last minute alternative to a completely different trip which had been cancelled due to bad weather. Tracy was extremely helpful in accommodating us at short notice and, in the event, we were actually the only passengers aboard the jet boat. Our skipper Pat clearly knew the river like the back of his hand and gave us a thrilling, but safe, ride up and down for the best part of an hour. In addition to skilful driving he was able to share some interesting facts about the river and immediate surroundings.
From NZ$159.00
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