Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure: Exciting Clutha River Experience in New Zealand's Scenic Landscapes

Experience the thrill of the Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure in New Zealand’s stunning landscapes. Reach speeds of 80 kph as you navigate the Clutha River’s rapids with no brakes or seat belt.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Wana Jet - Ride with Lakeland Wanaka and experience the water like you never have before. We take you on a thrilling 60 minute high speed Jet boat ride; departing from Wanaka’s waterfront enjoy a short jaunt across the lake taking in unsurpassed snow-capped mountain views, as we prepare to enter one of the world’s swiftest flowing rivers, the…
What's Included
  • Exciting Jet Boat Ride
  • On-site Combo Options
  • Educational Guide Commentary on History and Water Ecosystems
  • Safety with Life Jackets Included
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Experience one of New Zealand’s most iconic adventure activities in some of the world greatest scenery. Picture yourself skimming across shallow water, over sand bars, through rapids and around rocks at speeds in excess of 80 kph, now picture doing this down New Zealand’s swiftest river with no seat belt and no brakes; that’s one way to get your…

Location
Lakeland Wanaka
Ardmore Street
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Carolynannp
Mar 31, 2026
A fun way to see the lake, river and mountain views. - Friendly staff on arrival and easy to find the jetty/meeting point using info given in booking confirmation email. Max was our leader for the trip and he made it great fun and informative too about the boat, river, lake and points of interest that we could see. The weather was ideal for the trip and we didn't get too wet from the spray even though the turns and spins of the boat kicked up some wonderful spray. A fun trip to do and highly recommended.
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Coastal217861
Mar 29, 2026
Great value experience - Very good experience. Excellent tour guide
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469alisterr
Mar 26, 2026
Must do! - Great, fun experience! Matt the driver was excellent
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Chetnanramesh
Mar 17, 2026
Our Wanaka jet boat ride - We liked the scenic view and we also liked the spins. Matt gave us an amazing experience
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Clare_t
Mar 10, 2026
Lake/river Jet Boat trip - Absolutely fantastic from start to finish!! The lads were so friendly whilst we were checking in, and then on the boat Alex was brilliant. He chatted through everything we were going to be doing and then off we went!! Pulled a couple of ‘doughnuts’ on the lake and then headed to the river where he weaved his way through the rocks/rapids/sandbanks/shoreline/bridge parapets with centimetre accuracy!!! Plus a few more doughnuts on the way!! Would 100 recommend it!!
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V4171judavide
Mar 8, 2026
An amazing experience - This is an amazing experience. A great way to see the beautiful Lake Wanaka and Clutha River, while having a blast. Matt was a great driver and so friendly and informative.
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Daviddkpparker
Feb 26, 2026
Wanaka jet boat - Matt our driver was fantastic. We both throughout enjoyed this adrenalin rush that also took in some fantastic scenery. Defo recommend.
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Igorv519
Feb 25, 2026
Fast, skilled, spectacular. - Five out of five experience. Consider this a must do.
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F8531onnicolem
Apr 10, 2026
Great experience even if not we signed up for - Due to weather we were unable to jet boat on the lake but had a great experience jet boating on the beautiful river. Only disappointment was that it short of the hour+ experience as promised.
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Kennethmg4180ef
Apr 6, 2026
Great experience. Recommended. - Great experience. Matt our driver was great. Office staff were fantastic and kept us informed with details and changes. Would like to have had a small tour of Roy’s Bay, around the foreshore and marina and the Wanaka tree if possible.
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From $79
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).