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Shotover Jet

Queenstown is Shotover Jet Country…

Get ready for the World’s most exciting Jet Boat ride! For sheer excitement, no one comes close as the Shotover Jet does to the Shotover River Canyons, infact, Shotover Jet is the only company permitted to operate in this spectacular river.

Skimming past the rocky outcrops at breathtaking speeds, twisting and turning in close range through the narrow canyons all perfected with military precision with the promise of giving you the most thrilling ride. You had better hold on tight for the world famous Shotover Jet full 360º spins!

Since 1970 over 2 million passengers have been thrilled by the unique Shotover Jet experience. Now it’s your turn!

Quick Shotover Jet Facts:

  • Shotover Jet operates 365 days of the year, weather and river conditions permitting.
  • Complimentary courtesy coach transfers leave the Queenstown Station Building every 15 minutes (allow 1 hour 30 minutes return, including boat trip).
  • Reservations are essential.
  • Life jackets are mandatory and supplied by the company. Optional splash coats are also provided. In winter, gloves, hats and warm clothing are recommended. In winter months hand rails on board your jet boat are heated for passenger comfort.
  • Professional photographers will capture your Shotover Jet experience and photographs will be available soon after your trip for ‘no obligation’ viewing.
  • Cameras are welcome aboard Shotover Jet at owners’ risk. For safety reasons video cameras are not permitted.
  • Safety: Highly trained drivers know the fast flowing waters of the Shotover River like the back of their hand. Their ‘driving hours’ are way in excess of the minimum standards required to carry passengers on the Shotover ( in fact, they complete at least 120 hours of driving on the river before they take their first customer).

Shotover Jet Cost:

Adult Ride 15 Jun 2011 to 30 Jun 2012 $NZ 119.00*
Child Ride 15 Jun 2011 to 30 Jun 2012 $NZ 69.00*

Child 5-15 years inclusive. Minimum age may vary depending on river conditions.

Shotover Jet
Gorge Road
Arthurs Point
PO Box 189
Queenstown 9348
New Zealand

p: +64 3 442 8570
w: http://www.shotoverjet.com/