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Step off Queenstown's Main Town Pier and onto a big yellow KJet boat for an unforgettable Jet boating experience...
Highlights
- Amazing one hour jet boating experience along the Kawarau & Shotover rivers
- Travel at speeds up to 95 km/ph often in water less than 5cm deep
- Experience exhilarating 360 degree spins - what jet boats are renowned for!
- Travel 45 kilometres and soak up the diversity of stunning Queenstown landscapes
Leave downtown Queenstown in your wake as you power into the channels of two of New Zealand's most scenic waterways; The Kawarau & Shotover rivers!
Skimming over the pure waters of Lake Wakatipu taking in stunning views of the Remarkables Mountain range, we follow the beautiful willow lined Kawarau River, before pursuing the shallower waters and fast-moving braids of the famous Shotover River.
In the shallow waters the Jetboat comes into its own travelling at speeds up to 95 km/ph often in water less than 5cm deep! Your experienced driver will skillfully negotiate the narrow braids, and tight turns of the river while making plenty of time for the exhilarating 360 spins that Jet boats are renowned for.
Covering a full 45 kilometres you get to experience the fantastic diversity of Queenstown's waterways, take in glimpses of local life from the homes lining the lakeshore, as well as stunning views all along the way including river gardens and great views of the Remarkables Mountain Range.
Driven by 60 years of passion, KJet is locally owned and operated and proud of its heritage as the world's first commercial Jet boat operation.
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Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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From KJet - 1 Hour Jet Boat Ride - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers
Hi Helen, Thank you for taking the time to give us a 5 star review! Were so glad you loved the trip, we will pass on your feedback to Charles :) Enjoy the rest of your time in Queenstown. Many thanks, KJet
Guye Walter fromAustralia wrote on 02 September 2025
Awesome
What a ride! Leaving from the heart of Queenstown made it easy, and gave us a different look back at the picturesque town from water was awesome. Ripping through the rivers in the jet boat in crystal clear shallow water with many obstacles missed by what seemed like millimetres really got the heart racing. My 7y boy and I loved it, and we’re definitely going to do it again. Awesome!
From KJet - 1 Hour Jet Boat Ride - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers
Hi Guye, thank you for your review! It is such an awesome and unique way to see beautiful Queenstown from the water. Were so happy we can showcase these incredible views in a thrilling and exciting way. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Many thanks, KJet
Jada Andrew fromAustralia wrote on 30 August 2025
10/10
It was amazing
From KJet - 1 Hour Jet Boat Ride - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers
Hi Jada, we really appreciate your 5 star review! Hope to welcome you back to KJet in the near future. Safe travels :) Many thanks, KJet
nixzai fromNew Zealand wrote on 04 September 2025
The system wasn't working!
We booked the 1-hour KJet ride for our first wedding anniversary, flying all the way from Wellington to Queenstown for this special experience. The ride itself was fun, but what ruined it for us is the complete failure of KJet’s promise to capture the moment. Before boarding, we were assured that the jet boat had a camera system recording everything. Trusting their word, we left our own 360 camera in the drop bag area, only to later find out that the boat’s camera system was not working at all. As a result, we have absolutely no photos or videos to remember this once-in-a-lifetime activity. This was especially heartbreaking because it was our anniversary trip — something we had been looking forward to and wanted to treasure forever. Instead, we are left with nothing but disappointment. For a company that promotes its camera system as part of the experience, this is completely unacceptable. At the very least, KJet should have informed customers beforehand or offered some compensation, but instead we were simply told after the fact that “the system wasn’t working.” We feel let down and misled, and sadly cannot recommend KJet to anyone who values memories as much as the activity itself.
From KJet - 1 Hour Jet Boat Ride - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers
Hi Monica, Thank you for your feedback regarding the failure of the camera system on your trip. We’re sorry to hear you were disappointed, especially on such a special occasion as your wedding anniversary. We understand how important it was to capture those memories and are working hard with our media provider to ensure we do not encounter this issue again. We have sent you photos taken during your trip free of charge and our customer service team have been in touch offering you the opportunity to join us again. Again, please accept our apologies and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Donna Collins fromAustralia wrote on 24 August 2025
The best
Absolutely loved it ☆☆☆☆☆
From KJet - 1 Hour Jet Boat Ride - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers
Hi Donna, thank you so much for taking the time to review us! So glad you loved the trip like we do. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in beautiful Queenstown and we would love to welcome you back again soon. Many thanks, KJet
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Helen Windsor fromAustralia wrote on 03 September 2025
Charles amazing
We had the best time, felt very safe with experienced driver Charles, thanks for the thrill of a lifetime.