Tours/Wanaka/Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure - Clutha River
Viator · group up to 10 pax

Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure - Clutha River

4.9(228)Wanaka1 hour
VIATOR4.9(19)TRIPADVISOR5.0(209)

Description

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic adventure activities in some of the world greatest scenery. Picture yourself skimming across shallow water, over sand bars, through rapids and around rocks at speeds in excess of 80 kph, now picture doing this down New Zealand’s swiftest river with no seat belt and no brakes; that’s one way to get your adrenaline levels through the roof. Our trip makes the best of blood pumping adrenaline along with some of the world’s best scenery in the background.

Tour Options

Jet Boat Ride

Highlights

Jet Boat Ride
Combo Options on site
Guide Commentary - history and water ecosystems
Life Jacket

What's included

Included
Jet Boat Ride
Combo Options on site
Guide Commentary - history and water ecosystems
Life Jacket
Not included
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Traveller Ratings

4.9
228 reviews
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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 4 years
  • Please allow 1.5 hours for trip
  • Please check in 15 min prior to your jet boat departure time
  • Please Note we require a minimum of 4 passengers to run a trip, if you are booking as a single passenger please call to check availability

Reviews(228)

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Wander26205955843
April 27, 2026
Thrilling Experience

Had a fan experience with Michael this morning. Lots of thrills and spins, also a maxing scenery down the river. Loved this from start to finish!

Operator response

Thank you for your review we are stoked you had a great time we loved having you join us

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F8531ONnicolem
April 10, 2026
Great experience even if not we signed up for

Due to weather we were unable to jet boat on the lake but had a great experience jet boating on the beautiful river. Only disappointment was that it short of the hour+ experience as promised.

Operator response

Thank you for your review, we are glad you had a great time

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kennethmG4180EF
April 6, 2026
Great experience. Recommended.

Great experience. Matt our driver was great. Office staff were fantastic and kept us informed with details and changes. Would like to have had a small tour of Roy’s Bay, around the foreshore and marina and the Wanaka tree if possible.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback we will keep the idea in mind we are glad you had an awesome time

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carolynannp
March 31, 2026
A fun way to see the lake, river and mountain views.

Friendly staff on arrival and easy to find the jetty/meeting point using info given in booking confirmation email. Max was our leader for the trip and he made it great fun and informative too about the boat, river, lake and points of interest that we could see. The weather was ideal for the trip and we didn't get too wet from the spray even though the turns and spins of the boat kicked up some wonderful spray. A fun trip to do and highly recommended.

Operator response

Thank you Carolyn, was great having you join us enjoy the rest of your holiday :)

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Coastal217861
March 29, 2026
Great value experience

Very good experience. Excellent tour guide

Operator response

Awesome thank so much we are stoked you had an excellent time

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469alisterr
March 26, 2026
Must do!

Great, fun experience! Matt the driver was excellent

Operator response

Thank you for your review we are glad you had a great experience

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chetnanramesh
March 17, 2026
Our Wanaka jet boat ride

We liked the scenic view and we also liked the spins. Matt gave us an amazing experience

Operator response

Thank you for your review we are stoked you had an awesome experience

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Clare_T
March 10, 2026
Lake/river Jet Boat trip

Absolutely fantastic from start to finish!! The lads were so friendly whilst we were checking in, and then on the boat Alex was brilliant. He chatted through everything we were going to be doing and then off we went!! Pulled a couple of ‘doughnuts’ on the lake and then headed to the river where he weaved his way through the rocks/rapids/sandbanks/shoreline/bridge parapets with centimetre accuracy!!! Plus a few more doughnuts on the way!! Would 100 recommend it!!

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V4171JUdavide
March 8, 2026
An amazing experience

This is an amazing experience. A great way to see the beautiful Lake Wanaka and Clutha River, while having a blast. Matt was a great driver and so friendly and informative.

Operator response

Thank you for leaving us 5 stars! Great to hear you enjoyed your trip out with Matt. Hope to see you again sometime

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daviddkpparker
February 26, 2026
Wanaka jet boat

Matt our driver was fantastic. We both throughout enjoyed this adrenalin rush that also took in some fantastic scenery. Defo recommend.

Operator response

Thank you David we are stoked you had a fantastic time

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