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Jet Boating

3 Trip Options available

Join us for an exciting, thrilling and adrenaline pumping Jetboat ride on the Waiau River. A must do when you visit Hanmer Springs. Choose from the three great options for all ages.  

Jet The Gorge

This is our most popular trip leaving the base and heading down stream.

Join us as we jet the entire length of Hanmer's spectacular Waiau Gorge.  Following the contours of the steep canyon walls where possible, it's elbows in, as we pass within centimetres of rugged rocks and cliff faces. Hold on as you experience the famous Hamilton (360) turn to get your adrenaline pumping!

Covers over 20 kms of river.

Allow 1 hour

Adult.....$130.00

Child.....$75.00   

(3 to 13 years)

Family ...$299.00

(2 Adults and upto 3 children)

Jetboat Amuri Jet
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hamilton turn
Jetboat Snow
Jetboat Amuri Jet
Jetboat Amuri Jet
Shark's tooth
Amuri Jet
Jetboat Amuri Jet

Wilderness Safari

Go back to why Jetboats were started , smaller boats exploring the smaller braids of the Hanmer Springs Basin. 

This trip allows you to get off the boat and explore the Fault line at Marble point , so dont forget your Camera, the mountain scenery is magestic!

Allow just over 1 hour

Adult.....$135.00

Child.....$75.00   

(3 to 13 years)

Family ...$299.00

(2 Adults and upto 3 children)

Jetboat Amuri Jet
Jetboat Amuri Jet
Jetboat Amuri Jet
Jetboat Amuri Jet
Jetboat Amuri Jet

Headwaters Safari

Get ready as you enter the shallow braids and the top 2 Canyons of the Waiau river, out of reach of the normal jetboats. These inflatable unique boats are designed for shallow waters. Experience the breathtaking views of the mountain backdrops, braided rivers , waterfalls and canyon walls. This trip is great for nature lovers and those who want to explore New Zealand's beautiful wilderness vista. 

Allow approximately 3 hours

Adult.....$185.00

Child.....$99.00   

(3 to 13 years)

Family ...$500.00

(2 Adults and upto 3 children)

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