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Thunder Jet Queenstown - 1 Hour Jetboat Ride

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If you’re looking for even more zoom, jump straight into the adventure from the heart of Queenstown and let the 60-minute ride take you to places inaccessible by road or foot.

If you’re looking for even more zoom, jump straight into the adventure from the heart of Queenstown and let the 60-minute ride take you to places inaccessible by road or foot.

Highlights

  • Depart conveniently from Queenstown Bay for the ultimate jet boat adventure
  • Go further down the Kawarau river than any other jet boat
  • Ample photo opportunities of the amazing scenery and Remarkables mountain range
  • Enjoy world famous 360 degree spins and reach up to 95km/h!

Sit back, get pumped, and enjoy the ride as our expert jet boat drivers skim you 45kms up the historic Kawarau River, further than any other jet boat operator, following the Remarkables Mountain Range and into Queenstown’s exclusive backyard.

In this hour-long adventure, soak up the thrills of Queenstown’s ultimate bucket-list experience while experiencing famous 360-degree spins, powered by twin V8 engines, and an impressive 820 horsepower.

Don’t forget to take pictures for this unforgettable experience.


Adult $149.00
Child $75.00 (5 - 15 years)
Infant $0.00 (2 - 4 years)
Family 2A + 2C $373.00 (2 Adults + 2 Children)

What's included

  • 1 hour of jet boat action
  • On board personalised commentary
  • Life jackets, good tunes

Duration

  • Allow approximately 1 hour for the whole experience

Location

  • Watersports Kiosk
  • Steamer Wharf
  • Queenstown.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

    • Child Pricing: Applies to those 5-15 years of age Infants: 2 - 4 years are FREE. Departures: As noted below in booking section. Check-in: Please check-in at the Thunder Jet kiosk, Steamer Wharf, Queenstown. Important information:Please dress for weather conditions on the day
    • Infants:Aged 2-4 years are Free *** Please note infants will not be allowed to travel if they do not fit into a child lifejacket. Min weight restriction of 15kgs also applies ***
    • Cameras are welcome aboard the Thunder Jet at owner's risk.
    • All departures subject to minimum required booking numbers and safety conditions on the day


    Please check back to this page for Discount Deals and Specials as they aren't always available on the Bookme home page*Discount fares are non transferable & non refundable

    Not suitable for pregnant women.

  • Check In: Please check in a minimum of 15 minutes prior to departure.

    Infants: Aged 2-4 years are Free *** Please note infants will not be allowed to travel if they do not fit into a child lifejacket. Min weight restriction of 15kgs also applies ***

Available Bookings from26 Apr to 9 May 2026

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  • Child$75.00
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  • emergencyAmazing views and scenery (42 people said this)
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  • emergencyFriendly and skilled drivers (36 people said this)
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jasonw37 from New Zealand wrote on 26 April 2026

Good knowledge

Loved every second. Great knowledge from Pedro of the area, the culture and the River. Definitely must try

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Kate G from New Zealand wrote on 24 April 2026

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Such an awesome experience start to finish! A great boat kitted out with some speakers to enhance the journey as you go on the water. Our driver was a top bloke aswell. Definitely recommend and will be coming back again next time we are down here

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Tim Harrington from United Kingdom wrote on 22 April 2026

Great ride with Jet Boat Jess

A really enjoyable ride, full of spins and great scenery. Great commerntary from the driver "Jet Boat Jess". Highly recommended and will definitely have another go the next time we're in Queenstown

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Monica Salas Cuevas from Chile wrote on 22 April 2026

10/10

Amazing experience! The pilot was incredibly skilled, making the whole ride feel both thrilling and safe. The views were breathtaking the entire way, and it was non-stop fun from start to finish. Definitely a must-do if you’re in Queenstown.

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Debbie Harris from New Zealand wrote on 20 April 2026

1hr Jet Ride with Thunder Jets

We had an amazing time - great views , great music , Pedro was best driver ever, plenty of spins

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