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Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River in Wanaka
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Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River in Wanaka

by LakeLand Wanaka

1.5 hours
Wanaka
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1.5 hours
Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 25 Oct 2026.
$141.91$157.68Save 10%
2 adults × $70.96
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This 90-minute jet boat ride takes place on the Clutha River in Wanaka, New Zealand, including the Lakeland area. The boat travels at speeds over 80 kph across shallow water, sand bars, rapids, and rocks without seat belts or brakes. A guide provides commentary throughout the ride, covering the river’s history and water ecosystems. Life jackets are provided for safety. Combo options for additional activities are available on site. Food, drinks, and hotel transportation are not included. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and the minimum age to participate is four years old. Guests should allow about 1.5 hours total for the trip and check in 15 minutes before departure. Trips require at least four passengers to operate, so single passengers should confirm availability in advance.

Highlights

90-minute jet boat ride on the Clutha River
Speeds over 80 kph through rapids and sand bars
Guide commentary on river history and ecosystems
Life jacket provided for each passenger
Combo adventure options available on site

What's included

Jet boat ride on the Clutha River
Combo options available on site
Guide commentary about history and water ecosystems
Life jacket for all participants

What's not included

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off service

Itinerary

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Ride with Lakeland Wanaka and experience the water like you never have before. We take you on a thrilling 60 minute high speed Jet boat ride; departing from Wanaka’s waterfront enjoy a short jaunt across the lake taking in unsurpassed snow-capped mountain views, as we prepare to enter one of the world’s swiftest flowing rivers, the Clutha River. Here your expert driver will raise your excitement demonstrating the manoeuvrability of the jet boat pushing it to its absolute limits; skilfully navigating through shallow water, tunnels and over giant pressure waves, speeding past trees mere inches from your face disappearing in your peripheral vision. Picture yourself skimming across shallow water, over sand bars, through rapids and around rocks at speeds in excess of 80kph; and of course, a jet boat ride wouldn’t be complete without the iconic Hamilton Spin! A high-speed manoeuvre causing the boat to spin rapidly on the spot creating G forces you just can’t get enough of. This is an adventure for most so come and experience the iconic NZ Jet boat right in the heart of Wanaka.

90 min

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–10 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age to join is 4 years
Allow about 1.5 hours total for the trip
Check in 15 minutes before jet boat departure
Trips require minimum 4 passengers; single passengers must confirm availability
Total
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