Waikato River Jet Boat Ride: Adrenaline-Fuelled Adventure on Crystal Clear Waters
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1,337 Ratings
Rotokawa

Experience an adrenaline-fueled adventure on the Waikato River with a thrilling jet boat ride. Shoot through canyons, spin on crystal clear waters, and surf rapids. Book your tour now!

Duration: 35 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 3 Nga Awa Purua Road - Shoot through a narrow canyon, be exhilarated by spins on crystal clear waters, spot a trout and surf the pressure waves of the awesome Nga Awa Purua rapids. Take time to view the amazing surrounds of Aratiatia Scenic Reserve, and learn about the wildlife and history of the area. Our 35 minute blast guarantees an adrenaline rush!
What's Included
  • Parking and Bathroom Facilities Available
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Fitted Life Jackets provided
  • Experienced Professional Guide
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir photos (for purchase for NZ$45)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Experience a thrilling 35-minute Jet Boat excursion on the Waikato River. This high-paced journey promises to elevate your adrenaline levels. Zoom through the canyon, perform spins on the pristine waters, and ride the frothy wake of the incredible Nga Awapurua Rapids. Multiple tour schedules are available throughout the day and each boat can accommodate…

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Location
3 Nga Awa Purua Road
Nga Awa Purua Road
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Tere
Jan 3, 2025
Such a great experience! - What a fabulous trip with Jacob! We’ve done Huka Falls Jet, so this was a first time doing Rapid Jet, and Rapid Jet definitely wins! Great experience, with lots of twists and turns, and definitely lots of getting wet! We had a ball! My son, who was 8 years old loved it as well! Such a great experience to end the day! Thanks Jacob and the team!
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Travel13898604880
Jan 3, 2025
BOOK IT OR YOU WILL REGRET IT - IT WAS UNREAL!!, loved every minute of it! Jacob was an absolute legend, he knows how to make sure your safe while giving you the best experience on the jet boat. Answered any questions you have and gives got some facts about the river. Being the only company that ‘jumps’ is the only reason why rapid jets is number 1, Thank you for the best experience from the Aussies xx
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B2946mxjog
Jan 2, 2025
Best commercial ride in New Zealand - This was a Great ride, it’s the best commercial jet boat ride we have had in all of NZ. The driver was great, we had great weather, a perfect time.
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Road36110451511
Jan 2, 2025
I'm coming back! - Excellent service and very professional crew! Great value for money! Would love to do this all again, had Shannon as our driver, awesome bloke! Thank you team!
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Sightsee16048471166
Jan 2, 2025
What a thrill - Such a neat experience. Polite and confident staff. Driver Simon was neat. Informative with a bit of light humour, the confidence was comforting. And the teenager loved it more than she expected. A choice thrill. 👌🏼
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Time_t
Dec 31, 2024
100% Thrills. - 100% thrills. I've come back for more. Scenic, exciting, informative and you get a little bit wet 😉
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Kerri
Dec 30, 2024
Great fun - Great fun, we loved it! What better way to see the Waikato River. I would highly recommend this activity! Great for all ages and stages.
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Shazb128
Dec 30, 2024
Experience jet boat - What a thrilling experience. Enjoyed it to the fullest with every 360degress spin n splashing of water. Awsum. Our jet boat drive was jade i think you were just awesome just like a WOW. Thank u
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972cherylk
Dec 30, 2024
A thrilling experience, worth the money. - A great experience and I can highly recommend it to anyone. Jacob was fantastic and we felt very safe in his hands, and we loved the knowledge he had about the river, including info about films that had been filmed there. Riding the rapids was great fun, as were the 360 turns. The photos we bought at the end were worth the extra bit of money. Thank you to all of the staff for a great experience.
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Passport50624318159
Dec 27, 2024
The 3 amigos + Jacob 💪🏾 - Had an epic time with Rapid Jets, and I gotta give a huge shoutout to the brother Jacob—what a legend! The vibes were solid from the get-go, and the whole experience was top-notch. Jacob really knows his stuff and made sure everything ran smoothly, from the booking to the ride itself. If you're looking for a fun, hassle-free time on the water, Rapid Jets is the go-to. Make sure you get Jacob, Absolute GC! Lesssggoooo 🙏🏽
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