Tours/Rotorua/Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua
Viator · group up to 50 pax

Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua

4.8(120)Rotorua1 hour
VIATOR4.8(45)TRIPADVISOR4.8(75)

Description

FEEL THE EXCITEMENT AND EXHILARATION ON LAKE ROTORUA WITH KATOA JET Experience the white-knuckle rush of a 30 minute jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua. Feel the rush and power as our V8 engine boats push you through the water, reaching speeds up to 85km/hr. Visit iconic landmarks including Kawaha Point, the Sacred Mokoia Island and Sulphur Bay, while discovering the history of the area. This is a very unique experience that won't disappoint. Suitable for all ages . Come and have fun with all the family or friends.Groups are welcome . We can carry 50 people at once with our 3 boats . We supply spray jackets if required and life jackets are mandatory. So come and give us a go. This is not to be missed when you visit Rotorua.

Tour Options

Katoa Jet Boat tour on Lake Rotorua

Highlights

Live commentary
Life jacket
Driver/guide
Spray jacket (optional)
Photos (available to purchase)

What's included

Included
Live commentary
Life jacket
Driver/guide
Spray jacket (optional)
Photos (available to purchase)

Traveller Ratings

4.8
120 reviews
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 4 people per booking is required (please call 073437600 if you do not meet this requirement but would like to book)
  • Not available for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with back/neck injuries

Reviews(120)

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Vae H
April 30, 2026
Must do

This was amazingly fun 30 minutes. It’s a must do when you’re in the area

Operator response

We're so glad you had an amazingly fun time with us. Hearing that you'd call it a "must do" means a lot to our team. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to see you again soon!

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ranjanil2026
April 20, 2026
Paid Extra Money

overcharging from original rate offered by the company

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about your frustration regarding pricing. We’d like to clarify for future customers that our business does not control the currency display on third-party booking platforms such as Viator/Tripadvisor. Pricing on this platform may sometimes be shown in a different currency (e.g., USD), which can lead to confusion. We share your frustration with this situation and have raised this issue multiple times with the platform for their resolution on pricing clarity. For transparency, our direct pricing and all charges made by us and issued to third-party booking platforms are clearly communicated in NZD. If any customer is ever unsure, we strongly encourage reaching out to us directly before booking—we’re always happy to help. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and we remain committed to providing a clear and positive experience for all our guests.

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wozeyposie28
April 15, 2026
Highly recommend

Our family had so much fun, the staff were friendly & welcoming. We'll definitely do it again. Boat driver deserves a payrise! He was hilarious & informative.

Operator response

We are so stoked you & your family had a great time & found your drivers usually terrible dad jokes hilarious! We will pass this along to your driver, it will only encourage him no doubt. We do hope to see you again & thank you for the great review.

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X3341FBbradleyp
April 6, 2026
Great trip educational also

Was well worth the ride see Rotorua from a different perspective

Operator response

Thank you for the 5 stars & your review we really appreciate it :) we hope to see you again one day!

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TekuamaJames
February 23, 2026
1000/10 love it

Amazing experience Our instructor Will is funny and enjoyable the entire ride. Love the history and culture around the lake too. Would do it again 👍 for first timers we had a blast!

Operator response

Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled you had such an amazing experience and that Will made the ride fun and enjoyable. It’s great to hear you loved the history and culture around the lake too. So glad you had a blast. Come back any time!

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javiersP5492EY
February 22, 2026
Really nice place, I enjoyed it

Nice place and a good experience overall. I enjoyed my time here eith my friends and would recommend it.

Operator response

Thank you for the lovely review - We’re so glad you had a great time with your friends and enjoyed the overall experience. We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon! 😊

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730janem
February 11, 2026
Definitely do this

What an exhilarating and interesting thing to do in Rotorua for 30minutes, well worth it. We did the 3pm jet boat ride which was a little cheaper, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. I am not a big one for fair-ground rides but the speed and refreshing spray from the lake was wonderful, and don't be fooled by a little spray, you do occasionally get a soaking too, so leave your wallet, bags and phone at home unless you don't mind it getting wet.

Operator response

Thanks for the awesome review! We’re glad you jumped on board and had such a blast with us in Rotorua. The 3pm ride is a great pick, and it sounds like you handled the speed like a pro—even if fair-ground rides aren’t usually your thing! Hope to see you back for another spin across the lake sometime.

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glendX9821BZ
February 1, 2026
Fun and informative

This was really fun and our driver was very informative on local history and explained it in an entertaining way. Do wish we got a few more 360/doughnuts on the ride.

Operator response

Thanks for the awesome review! We're stoked you had fun and enjoyed the driver's entertaining take on the local history. We'll definitely pass that on! And noted on the extra 360s — we'll see what we can do next time 😉 Hope to spin you around again soon!

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jomitj2026
January 29, 2026
Excellent

Awesome and worth for money. Good information given by the team and excellent service. Easy to access for city. Overall great experience.

Operator response

Thank you for your 5 star review - We're glad you found our team helpful, the service excellent, and the location convenient. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again soon!

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54mehulb
January 13, 2026
Worth it

Amazing experience.. Its fun activity with family. The best part is You can seat with your young ones as well. Worth to do this.

Operator response

Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you and your family had a fun time. It’s always awesome when everyone can enjoy the experience together!

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