Shotover Jet

4.7
Queenstown1.5-2 hours
Jet boat adventure

About

The Shotover Jet is a high-octane boat ride that roars through the dramatic, narrow canyon walls of the Shotover River. Reaching speeds of up to 85 km/h, the highly skilled drivers execute physics-defying 360-degree spins, skimming past jagged rock faces with mere centimeters to spare.

Shotover Jet 1

Highlights

What makes this place special

Screaming Canyon Runs
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Screaming Canyon Runs

Speeding through towering, narrow schist rock canyons.

Full 360-Degree Spins
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Full 360-Degree Spins

The boat's signature high-speed spins executed on the spot.

Canyon Spray
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Canyon Spray

The thrill of getting splashed by ice-cold, glacial river water.

Things to Know

Tips for your visit
  • Complimentary warm spray jackets and life jackets are provided on-site
  • Cameras and phones are strictly prohibited on the boat for safety; professional cameras capture the ride
  • Wear warm gloves and eyewear during winter, as the cold air off the water is biting

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