Shotover Jet Boat Ride

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The Shotover Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown is an exciting adventure that will make your heart race. The ride takes you through the Shotover River, where you can experience thrilling high-speed spins and sharp turns. The jet boat is designed to navigate through narrow canyons and shallow waters, giving you a unique experience of the stunning landscape. Queenstown is known for its breathtaking scenery, and the Shotover Jet Ride lets you see it all up close. This action-packed experience is perfect for those looking for a rush of adrenaline while exploring the beautiful outdoors of Queenstown. It's one of the best ways to enjoy the Shotover River and its incredible surroundings. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Shotover Jet Ride in Queenstown is a must-do for adventure lovers.

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Shotover Jet Boat Ride

Experience the thrill of the Shotover Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown, where high-speed spins and narrow canyon turns make for an unforgettable adventure. Navigate through the stunning Shotover River while taking in breathtaking views of Queenstown's landscape. Perfect for adrenaline seekers and nature lovers alike.

Inclusions

  • 30 minute Shotover Jet Ride
  • Mandatory life jacket
  • Free WiFi available at the River base
  • Onsite photography service and video cameras mounted on your jet boat to capture your experience. Photos and video highlights of your trip are available for no obligation viewing immediately after your trip and can be purchased to take home
  • Lockers to store your belongings during your ride
US$ 112.50 US$ 110.80

Shotover Jet Boat Ride + Return Transportation

Experience the iconic Shotover Jet Boat Ride through narrow canyons and shallow rapids, featuring high-speed spins and thrilling turns, with free transportation from Queenstown included.

Inclusions

  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • 30 minute Shotover Jet Ride
  • Mandatory life jacket
  • Free WiFi available at the River base
  • Onsite photography service and video cameras mounted on your jet boat to capture your experience. Photos and video highlights of your trip are available for no obligation viewing immediately after your trip and can be purchased to take home
  • Lockers to store your belongings during your rid
US$ 112.50
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Highlights

  • Enjoy complimentary shuttle service on select departures

  • Reach speeds exceeding 85 km/h

  • Race through the breathtaking Shotover River gorges

  • Execute power stops and dramatic fishtail slides

  • Experience a heart-pounding, 25-minute jet boat adventure

  • Spin 360° across water as shallow as 10 cm.

What's Included

  • 25 minute thrilling Jet Boat ride
  • Free shuttle transfers are available on selected trips (11am and 3pm). Bookings are required.

Not Suitable For

  • Shotover Jet is not suitable if you are pregnant or have any medical conditions including back or neck problems.

Child Adult Policy

  • Adult (16 years & above)
  • Child (5-15 years)
  • Children aged 10-15 can travel unaccompanied as long as a parent or guardian is on-site, but children any younger must travel with a parent or guardian aged 16 years or older
  • Child ticket: age 5-15 Children must be a minimum of 1 metre high to be able to participate this activity for safety reasons (height requirement may be raised to 1.20 meters in adverse weather conditions)
  • Children under 5 years old who meet the minimum height limit are free with a fare paying adult, but a ticket still needs to be issued

Opening Hours

  • Monday-Sunday (09:00-17:00)
  • Jet boat departs every 15-30mins

Things To Know

  • Please select the pickup time 45 minutes prior to the departure
  • Jet Boat rides depart on the hour every hour between 9am and 4pm. Should you require time outside of these hours, please contact our friendly staff to see if we can arrange an alternative time to suit your travel requirements
  • If you are self-driving to the Arthurs Point river base, please check 30 minutes prior to your trip departure time.
  • The courtesy shuttle runs for the 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm & 3pm jet boat departures. Please check in inside the Station Building in Queenstown 45 minutes prior to your jet boat departure time.
  • Jet Boat rides depart every day (river and weather conditions permitting) except Christmas Day (25th December)
  • This is a 25 minute Jet Boat ride (please allow 1.5 hours for the entire experience)
  • We recommend that you dress for the conditions and simply be mindful that there will be some wind-chill factor as you are traveling at speed
  • In summer don’t forget your sunblock and some people get concerned that it may be too cold in winter, however simply dress warmly and bring a warm hat and gloves (although the handrails are heated) just like you would for skiing and sunglasses are great year-round
  • For safety reasons, the use of handheld personal cameras and video cameras is not permitted aboard the jet boats
  • A minimum height of 1 meter applies. Shotover jet reserves the right to extend the minimum height to 1.2 meters in certain river conditions, to ensure passenger safety
  • Children under 5 years old who meet the minimum height limit are free with a fare-paying adult, however, a ticket still needs to be issued
  • All children (0-15yrs) must travel with a fare-paying adult 16 years and over

Location

  • 3 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
  • To get the direction Google map

How To Get There

  • Drive up Shotover Street (with Lake Wakatipu behind you) and onto Gorge Road. Travel along Gorge Road towards Arthurs Point and Coronet Peak. Carry on until you come to a large one lane bridge, ‘Edith Cavell Bridge’, cross this and the Shotover Jet entry is immediately on your left after you’ve crossed.

How To Redeem

  • Show Mobile Ticket: Ticketing counter
  • Your booking is confirmed. Final Ticket will be sent to you separately. Please present either mobile or printed Final Ticket for redemption.

Dress Code

  • Sunglasses

Cancellation Policy

  • Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be canceled.
  • Tickets must be used as per the booking date and time.

FAQs

Below are some commonly asked questions. If you have any additional inquiries or need further clarification, please reach out to our team via live chat, contact us form, or WhatsApp.

It's best to wear comfortable clothing and bring sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun and spray. Water-resistant clothing isn't necessary as you will be provided with waterproof jackets during the ride.
Children aged 5-15 can join the ride, with kids 10-15 able to travel unaccompanied if a parent or guardian is on-site. The ride is not suitable for pregnant women or anyone with medical issues like back or neck problems.
You can book your tickets directly on this website by selecting your preferred departure time. Remember to pick a pickup time 45 minutes before your jet boat ride to allow for shuttle service if applicable.
Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be canceled, so it's important to choose your booking date and time carefully.
The boats run daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with departures every 15 to 30 minutes between 9 AM and 4 PM. (subject to change — please confirm at time of booking)
Get ready for a thrilling 25-minute adventure featuring high speeds over 85 km/h, 360° spins, power stops, and close passes through narrow river canyons, all while enjoying spectacular Queenstown scenery.
Yes, free shuttle transfers are available on selected trips at 11 AM and 3 PM. Make sure to book your shuttle online when you select your departure time.