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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.

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 from20 Feb to 5 Mar 2026

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emergencyAmazing views and scenery (42 people said this)
emergencyFun and thrilling experience (39 people said this)
emergencyFriendly and skilled drivers (36 people said this)
emergencyGreat for families and first-timers (30 people said this)
emergencyHighly recommended by many (28 people said this)
emergencyGood music and atmosphere on board (25 people said this)
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amyliu3838 from New Zealand wrote on 20 February 2026

Great experience!

The guide was fun, interactive & good at what he does. The experience itself was very impressive, highly recommended.

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nathans19 from New Zealand wrote on 17 February 2026

Thunderjet 1hr experience on 28th anniversary

Thank you to the Thunderjet Team for providing us with a Rollercoaster experience on our 28th anniversary. We always felt safe and in good hands with Chris who marshalled that jetboat like a Rockstar. Definitely an experience to put on your agenda when you visit Queenstown. Thoroughly enjoyed this experience. Regards Nathan and Hayley Stellenberg

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davidm96 from New Zealand wrote on 16 February 2026

Hold On To Your Hats!

I figured if I sat next to the pilot I’d stay dry. In theory and in my head, it made sense. Sigh. The pilot was very experienced at making you feel like you were about to hit something before pulling away at the last second, raising the excitement level to max. He was also very knowledgeable, humorous and had great stories. All in all a cracking adventure.

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keiren from New Zealand wrote on 16 February 2026

Loads of fun...and educational

Thanks team, we had loads of fun spinning around and speeding down the river but then also really enjoyed all the insights and history on the area and the river from our skipper. He was really passionate about it and it showed. Would 100% recommend.

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Paul Little from Australia wrote on 15 February 2026

V8 Awesome Thunder Jet

Most impressive time, our guide was very professional, Breathtaking scenery.

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Infant ^* 2 - 4 years

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