Hanmer Springs Jet Boat Ride Highlights
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Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us
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Exhilarating 30-min Jet Boat Ride through the Waiau River canyon
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Specialised safety equipment, inc life jackets and a full-length spray jacket
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Safety briefing by experienced staff so you can enjoy the experience safely
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Convenient pick-up and drop-off service from selected Hanmer Springs accommodation
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Services of a professional driver
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Navigate through narrow gorges, braided shallows & rapids on a twin-engine jet boat
What to Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take?
How long will it take?
Jet boat trips take around an hour including briefing and putting on spray jackets and life jackets, but you are on the water for around 30 minutes.
Will I get wet?
Will I get wet?
Sometimes, but it is mainly spray so you won’t get saturated. There are spray jackets available for our guests to wear.
Will I need gloves and a hat?
Will I need gloves and a hat?
Bringing gloves and hats on chilly days is recommended, but the choice is yours.
Are there seatbelts on the jet boat?
Are there seatbelts on the jet boat?
No, but there are hand rails that you hold on to at all times.
Do we need to wear helmets on the jet boats?
Do we need to wear helmets on the jet boats?
No, there is no need to wear helmets on the jet boat but you can ask for one if you wish.
How fast do the jet boats go?
How fast do the jet boats go?
Up to 90 km/h.
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Policies
A Refundable Booking is available at checkout. This will provide 100% refund for one of the many reasons included via our terms - including adverse weather, sickness or delays with transport.
All customer cancellation & refund requests are also subject to our website’s own refund conditions.