4 Jet Boat Tours in Wanaka Worth an Early Alarm

1.Small Group Jet Boat Adventure on the Clutha River from Wanaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · from $98Our pick

Join Go Jets Wanaka for a 90-minute jet boat ride on the Clutha River. With space for no more than nine people, Pat and the crew combine fast turns, 360-degree spins, photo stops, and stories about local gold-mining history. Meet in Albert Town, or ask about pickup from Wanaka accommodation.

“Amazing Ride! We enjoyed the Jet boat ride with Pat, he is so knowledgeable and he absoblutely loves nature! Explaning to us about the Clutha river, activities around the river, history and so much more! And not forgetting the twists and turns Read more”

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2.Jet Boat and Wilderness Walk Tour from Wanaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 259 reviews · from $215

Travel from Wanaka into Mount Aspiring National Park by jet boat, racing over shallow river braids and spinning through deep pools before a 50-minute guided walk to forests, waterfalls, and glacier-fed streams. Local guides such as Ben and James share stories about the mountains and film locations. The four-hour trip suits people with moderate fitness.

“Ben is a very knowledgable and gifted skipper. You are in for a real treat on this trip!!!! We had a blast with beautiful scenery, great jet boat ride and walk in a serene beech forest. Would definitely do this again when in Wanaka!”

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3.Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure – Clutha River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $83Best value

You’ll leave Lakeland Wanaka on Ardmore Street for a 60-minute jet boat ride across Lake Wānaka and down the Clutha River. Expect speeds above 80kph, shallow channels, rapids, tree-lined turns, tunnels, and Hamilton Spins. Guides such as Matt, Max, Amber, and Sarah combine driving skill with local stories about the river and its ecosystems.

“Exciting spins,engaging storytelling by friendly Max and breathtaking scenery.Perfect family adventure.”

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4.Siberia Experience:Fly-Hike-Jetboat:Wilderness Adventure:Wanaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $353

You’ll fly about 25 minutes from Makarora over alpine valleys, land beside the remote Siberia River, then hike independently through native bush to the Wilkin River. A jet boat brings you back. Allow 4 to 5 hours, bring lunch, and be ready for a cold river crossing.

“GREAT experience! Traveled with my son on this adventure that includes planes, hiking and a jet boat. Plane holds only 4 people and takes off/lands on a grass field which is a NZ way to start. 20-30 minute flight around the valleys and then laRead more”

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