Jetboat & Wilderness Walk Experience - Wanaka River Journeys

We start this spectacular tour with an adrenaline pumping jet boat ride over the pristine glacial waters of the Matukituki River before enjoying a beautiful wilderness walk into the mountains.

You'll be surrounded by a showcase of New Zealand's most remarkable natural beauty and see the famous Lord of the rings filming locations as we venture into the gorgeous Mount Aspiring National Park.

You’ll get a healthy does of adrenaline as we speed, drift and spin across the water surrounded by some of the world’s most stunning scenery!

We’ll have time to stop in the deep pools for a chance to sit back, relax and really soak up the gorgeous views around you.

We’ll then venture off the beaten track for a stunning 40-minute walk deep into mountains where you’ll be surrounded by waterfalls, glacial fed streams and awe-inspiring natural New Zealand beauty. Be amazed as you walk beneath Avalanche Glacier (when conditions permit) or into McGills Creek for a one of New Zealand’s most stunning and serene forest walks.

Along the way you’ll hear the fascinating history and stories of this magnificent location and we’ll be sure to stop for those picture perfect photograph opportunities.

A unique and simply stunning experience that’s sure to be remembered for a lifetime!

Location: The Matukituki River.

You are required to be at the pickup location at I-SITE Information Centre (99 Ardmore Street) 20 minutes prior to your departure time.

Long term free car parking can be found on the edge of the lake outside of the CBD opposite Pembroke Park. Make sure there are no shops opposite where your car is parked.

Allow 30 minutes prior to departure time to allow for parking & walking to our pick up location. During Wanaka’s busier season from December - February, 40 minutes may be required.

Departure times:

Summer: October - May / 10.00am & 1.00pm

Winter: June - September / 11.00am