Day Tours, Adventure Activities, and Nature Tours
New Zealand

Jetboating - Jet Thrills

The sparkling glacier-fed, turquoise blue waters of the Waimakariri River deliver classic New Zealand jetboating to both professionals and passengers alike. Feel the power of a Chevrolet V8 engine and Hamilton Jet as you surge through the waters and navigate the shallow, ever-shifting streams ... only inches from rocky outcrops! Experience heart-stopping 360 degree spins, with the magnificent snowcapped Southern Alps to the West ... not to be missed and never to be forgotten!

Morning and afternoon city pick-ups all year round.
City transfer included.

Jetboating - Jetboat Safari

 

One hour of another world! Jet Thrills will take you to within what seems an arm's reach of the magnificent Southern Alps as you skim the glacier-fed waters from the heart of the South Island. Look to the bottom of deep pools with water so pure you can drink it, and hear of the wonderful salmon and trout fishing available. Your heart will race and you’ll be on the edge of your seat as the jetboat driver navigates the white water and rocks in the upper section of this exciting trip.
55 minutes on the water.

Morning and afternoon city pick-ups all year round.
City transfer included.

Southern Alps Scenic Jet

For the real thrill seeker – travel by road towards the mighty Southern Alps, then board the Jetboat to explore the canyons of the Waimak Gorge.

AC31 Cost $110.00 per person

Minimum 4 persons per tour
Allow 3 hours

Akaroa Jets

For those wanting a harbour tour with a difference! Experience beautiful Akaroa harbour from a 20 seat open air jet. Stops include Marine Farms, Palm Gully and the Majestic Cathedral caves where nesting Cormorants and Penguines can be viewed. This is the only tour that can enter inside the caves. Full 50 minute tour that combines the sights with the thrills and 360 degrees spins of jetboating.

Operates October – April

Akaroa Jets

A combination of a thrilling jetboat ride with Jet Thrills, (AC01) and an exhilarating helicopter flight from the banks of the Waimakariri River.

 

 

Farm Visit & Jetboating

Visit a real working sheep farm with a country-style morning or afternoon tea included. Then feel the wind in your hair as you experience a thrilling jetboat ride with Jet Thrills, skimming the snow-fed streams of the Waimakariri River.

City pick-up included.