Queenstown Jet Boat and Kawarau River Rafting: A Combination of Iconic Activities

Experience the thrill of Queenstown Jet Boat and Kawarau River Rafting, combining iconic activities for an unforgettable adventure. Speed, spins, rapids, and cliff jumping await!

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kawarau River - First your jet boat will race down the river to your next mode of transport, packing in those famous 360 spins and dramatic canyon walls as you discover the Kawarau River and it’s pristine wilderness. After 30 mins jump straight into a raft to complete the last section of the river. Raft through grade 2-3 rapids, take in the…
What's Included
  • Jet Boat ride to the rafting put-in point
  • Wetsuit, rafting clothing and all other equipment provided
  • Use of hot showers
  • Extensive safety instructions and paddling techniques
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Combining two of Queenstown’s most iconic activities, this trip is second to none! Starting on the Queenstown Jet Boat, you’ll get to experience those famous 360 degree spins and speed. Discover the Kawarau River and its pristine wilderness as we race you down the river to your next mode of transport. Then jump straight into a raft to complete the last…

Location
RealNZ - Queenstown Visitor Centre
Beach Street
Check-in is required at least 20 minute prior to your departure time. Please verify your email address when checking in, so we can send your complimentary digital photos to post experience!.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Hendrik_m
Jan 8, 2025
Excellent for families - Jet boat trip was excellent, lots of fun. Very benign and relaxed river rafting, suitable for families. Guides were excellent. Lots of opportunities to jump in the water as it is mostly just drifting down the river.
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Bobfo8416rm
Jan 2, 2025
Great afternoon on water with RealNZ - Had a great time with RealNZ this afternoon on a combo jet boat ride and white water rafting. Great way to see Wakatipu Lake and get up to the Kawarau River launch site. RealNZ team was superb—funny , engaging, and made sure we could enjoy ourselves. First time we’d ever done a wheelie in a raft! Highly recommended.
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Bythelake66
Jan 2, 2025
Great time! - Great time and adventure with super nice and experienced guides. I highly recommend it for couples or families. They send pictures for free after as well.
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Luis
Jan 1, 2025
Unforgettable New Zealand - I had my family with two sons, 8 and 10 yo, and all of us had an amazing unforgettable experience. These guys are not only very professional but also great people to spend time with…
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Cloe_r
Dec 31, 2024
Super fun day out - This experience was super fun and a good mix of thrills and adventure for all the family. Zane our rafting guide was brilliant and he made sure we not only had a laugh and fun but also that we were safe at all times.
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Quelopher
Dec 28, 2024
Family bonding - Went with 7 family members. Beutiful scenery. Loads of fun from start to finish. Free pictures too! Book this! Great New Zealand experience. Bring your own towel.
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Taraltyler
Dec 26, 2024
Fantastic Experience! - This trip was awesome! My husband, son (13), and I had the best experience! Our guides were fun and knowledgeable - and they were extremely safety conscious. The jet boat was a blast and the views were stunning (even in a rain shower). The rafting was a thrill! And Morgan, our specific boat guide, worked to ensure that everyone had an amazing trip! I would recommend this to EVERYONE!
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Lynette
Dec 26, 2024
Amazing trip - A brilliant trip. Started with getting kitted out ready for a fun morning. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The jet boat ride to meet the rafts was epic. Fun and fast with lots of spins. Then we hit the water. Our guide Raza was brilliant. Friendly, professional and made it so much fun. We got to jump in and swim in the calm waters then tackle ever increasing rapids. We stopped at a scenic spot for some cliff jumping then continued on to hit the final rapids. Raza’s guidance and instructions made you feel so calm and safe. A highly memorable day out that has left us wanting to go again!
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Donn_l
Dec 19, 2024
An Exhilarating Experience - Guy was our guide on this wonderful and exhilarating adventure. Although we had rafted before, he educated us on a variety of techniques that we had never learned before. Most of the river we navigated was very tame, but he had us fully prepared for the 400 yards of excitement that we experienced near the end.
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V7063gcmarkg
Dec 17, 2024
Experience the river - Thrills and spills - well with the Kawerau river there were no spills, just some swims. Super well organized, super safe, super nice people who really took the time to make sure we had a safe fun experience. This is a great way to expereince the river rather than just look at it. Plus they take all the photos. I enjoyed floating down the river, - that was cool, just magic. Thankyou.
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