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By Watersports LTD

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $56 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 30m+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Enjoy Queenstown’s unspoiled wilderness from the water
    • Take on a full hour of thrilling action or enjoy a taste on a 30-minute trip
    • Experience exhilarating 360-degree spins and speeds of up to 95 km/hr
    • Perfect mix of adrenaline, nature, and storytelling
    • Stunning views of The Remarkables and Queenstown’s dramatic alpine landscape

Activity location

    • Queenstown
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Steamer Wharf, Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand | Arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts. Please check-in at the Watersports Kiosk on Steamer Wharf.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

45 Minute Experience - 9am Departure from Frankton Marina

  • Earn $3.38
  • Activity duration is 45 minutes45m
    45m
  • English

Departing Frankton Marina at 9am daily, this is a high-speed thrill ride packed into 45 minutes, skim the water’s edge at exhilarating speeds of up to 90KMPH - a true kiwi experience, perfect for families and those who want to RISE, RIDE & OWN THE DAY.

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
$56.27 x 2 Adults$112.54
Total
Price is $112.54

30-Minute Experience

  • Earn $3.72
  • Activity duration is 30 minutes30m
    30m
  • English

A high-speed thrill ride packed into 30 minutes, skim the water’s edge at exhilarating speeds of up to 90KMPH - a true kiwi experience, perfect for families or those short on time.

Language options: English
Price details
$61.96 x 2 Adults$123.92
Total
Price is $123.92

1-Hour Experience

  • Earn $5.08
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English

Travel the furthest distance of 47Km round trip, down the untouched and pristine wilderness of the historic Kawarau River, accessing exclusive and remote areas - skimming the water’s edge at exhilarating speeds of up to 90KMPH.

Language options: English
Price details
$84.69 x 2 Adults$169.38
Total
Price is $169.38

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    25-minute or 1-hour jet boat experience (depending on option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Life Jacket
  • Inclusions
    Live commentary in English
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Children under 2 years, People with back problems, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Get ready for an exhilarating 30-minute or one-hour ride with the Queenstown Thunder Jet Adventure! Powered by twin V8 engines, this high-speed jet boat experience will have you racing across Lake Wakatipu and zooming down the Kawarau River at speeds of up to 95 km/h. Hold on tight as the expert driver performs thrilling 360-degree spins and sharp turns, all while sharing fun local insights along the way. The ride offers a unique mix of heart-pounding excitement and breathtaking scenery, including mountain peaks, riverside cliffs, and iconic Queenstown views. Full safety briefings are provided, and all boats are equipped with top safety features. Expect to get a little wet—so dress appropriately and bring your sense of adventure!

Location

Activity location

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    • Queenstown
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Steamer Wharf, Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand | Arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts. Please check-in at the Watersports Kiosk on Steamer Wharf.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Steamer Wharf, Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand | Arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts. Please check-in at the Watersports Kiosk on Steamer Wharf.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 12/1 Sugar Lane, Frankton, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand | Arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts. Please check-in at the Watersports Kiosk, we are Shed 12 on Frankton Marina.
    • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand