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KJet Queenstown - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers

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Queenstown’s Original Jet boat Ride — 1 Hour of Power on Lake Wakatipu, the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers.

Queenstown’s Original Jet boat Ride — 1 Hour of Power on Lake Wakatipu, the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers.

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 Jet boat 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 over 60 years of passion, KJet is locally owned and operated and proud of its heritage as the world's first commercial Jet boat operation.

Adult $149.00
Child $79.00 (5-14 years)
Family Pass $456.00 (2 Adults & 2 Children)

What's included

  • 1 Hour Jet Boat Ride

Duration

  • Allow approximately 1 hour for the whole experience

Location

  • KJet booking office on the Main Town Pier

Restrictions

  • Pregnant thrill-seekers are unable to ride KJet..

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult to ride the Jet boat. Infants aged 2-4 years ride FREE with an accompanying parent or caregiver and must sit on their knee. There must be one adult for every infant booked.

    Please check in 15 minutes prior to your departure at the KJet booking office on the Main Town Pier.

    Please allow sufficient time to find parking before your Jet Boat ride. There are several parking options around central Queenstown, the closest being Wilson Parking on Church Street and Man Street Public Car Park.

  • Family Pass Rate is based on prices if purchased separately. Discounts shown from this rate.

    All bookings subject to minimum numbers to confirm.

    Cancellations by the operator for any reason including weather, minimum numbers etc will be eligible for a full refund.

Available Bookings from 31 Jan to 13 Feb 2026

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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christinejaneg from New Zealand wrote on 14 November 2025

A must do Queenstown activity!

A very good adrenaline rush experience. Best done with family & friends.

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From KJet Queenstown - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers

Thanks for your review! We’re thrilled you had such an adrenaline-filled experience and agree — it’s even better with family and friends. We hope to see you back for another ride soon!

Katie Garrett from New Zealand wrote on 02 November 2025

Highly recommend

We had Sam as our driver and he was great! The girl who helps out with the life jackets was awesome! Great yarns. The spins were so much fun. For anyone coming to Queenstown would highly recommend!

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From KJet Queenstown - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers

Hi Katie, thanks so much for your awesome review! We’re stoked to hear you had such a fun time out on the water with Sam and our crew. Great to know you enjoyed the spins and the banter too — we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to the team. Thanks for recommending KJet!

priteshd from Australia wrote on 25 January 2026

Amazing experience, amazing staff

Awesome experience. Our guide/driver Jack was excellent. He is very talented and experienced and we loved his passion and enthusiasm. Happy staff and great experience. Thanks KJet team

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From KJet Queenstown - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers

Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so glad you had an amazing experience and that Jack’s passion, talent, and enthusiasm made such a positive impact. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. Thanks for the support — we hope to welcome you back for another KJet adventure soon!

nixzai from New 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.

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From KJet Queenstown - 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.

avrilm from New Zealand wrote on 16 October 2024

Queenstown KJet

Need to be more careful on where you sit smaller adults. I was at the end of two bigger adults and my child in between me and them. When the boat spun I slide down and twisted my back. I have since found out I have broke my back after having a CT Scan.

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From KJet Queenstown - Shotover & Kawarau Rivers

Hi Avril, As per our conversation yesterday, we acknowledge your review and will continue our communication with you directly. Many thanks, KJet Queenstown

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