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The World's 15 Best Jet Boat Rides

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No propeller, half a metre of water, and a nozzle that lets the driver spin on the spot. The 15 below cover the Shotover canyon, the Gold Coast and the rivers in between, with the length of the ride and how wet you get.

Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown - From central Queenstown to the river base
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Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

1.Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,540 reviews · from $113Our pick

Ride a high-speed jet boat through the Shotover River’s narrow canyons, skimming rapids and spinning 360 degrees under the guidance of drivers such as Peter, Joe, Paul, and Matt. The ride lasts about 25 minutes, with shuttle transport from central Queenstown and lockers at the river base.

“Best boat ride ever, Crew was amazing and friendly. Had the best time with my family and it will definitely be one for the books.”

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Queenstown: Shotover River and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride - Lake Wakatipu gives you the big mountain views
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Queenstown: Shotover River and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride

2.Shotover River and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,682 reviews · 1 hour · from $89

Join KJet at Queenstown’s Main Town Pier for a fast 1-hour ride across Lake Wakatipu and up the Kawarau and Shotover rivers. Expect 360-degree spins, speeds up to 95 km/h, 45 kilometres of water, heated handrails, and guides such as Sam, Reuben, Charles, and Puni.

“Our skipper Rueben was fantastic and gave us an awesome experience.”

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Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes - Forty knots across the Gold Coast Broadwater
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Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

3.Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,499 reviews · from $42

Join Jet Boat Extreme in Surfers Paradise for a 55-minute Broadwater ride with high-speed drifts, beach buzzes, and 360-degree spins. Captains such as Jake, Toby, Mike, and Hamish add lively commentary. Life jackets, lockers, and spray jackets on colder days are included.

“We got soaked but it was so much fun. Wanted to do it again straight away but will need to be patient. This 60+ will definitely do again. Hamish the boat driver was knowledgeable about his boat and wonderful with a little lad who got motion sickness.”

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Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo - Starting at Aratiatia Scenic Reserve
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Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo

4.Waikato River Jet Boat Ride from Taupo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,441 reviews · from $89

Ride a 550-horsepower jet boat from Aratiatia Scenic Reserve, surf the Nga Awa Purua rapids, twist through a narrow canyon, and hear local stories from guides such as Jacob, Shannon, or Taylah. The 35-minute trip carries up to 11 people and returns to the starting point.

“Awesome experience. Jacob the host and boat driver was great had so much fun and would recommend doing it again thanks team at rapids jets”

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Hersonissos: Jet Boat Tour with Snorkeling - What the 360-degree turns feel like
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Hersonissos: Jet Boat Tour with Snorkeling

5.Hersonissos: Jet Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,385 reviews · 1 hour · from $53

Set out from Hersonissos Port with an English- or Greek-speaking captain, often Kostas or Lucas, for 30 minutes of fast coastal riding and controlled 360-degree turns. Then spend 30 minutes swimming and snorkeling at Saint George’s Bay, with life jackets, masks, and hotel pickup included.

“Very good captain, he was the best, snorkeling was great, very nice”

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Queenstown: Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Experience - Safety Briefing, Life Jackets, and Heated Rails
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Queenstown: Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Experience

6.Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,203 reviews · 25 - 90 minutes · from $107

You’ll ride with an English-speaking driver-guide through the Shotover Canyons, the only operator-approved section of the river. Expect 25 minutes of fast turns, rapids, close rock passes, and 360-degree spins. Add the Queenstown shuttle if you want transport, and dress warmly.

“Such fun. So easy to access and fun for our family. Great experience, beautiful scenery, high adrenaline. Would highly recommend doing this activity.”

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Jet Boat Safari on the Sigatoka River - Boarding the jet boat at Nakaracia
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Jet Boat Safari on the Sigatoka River

7.Jet Boat Safari on the Sigatoka River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,135 reviews · from $140

Start with pickup or meet at Tappoo Sigatoka, then ride an air-conditioned minibus to the river. Captains such as Laps, Freddy, Ace, or Josh combine sharp river skills with stories about Fiji. Expect jungle scenery, optional 360-degree spins, a kava ceremony, village walk, and lunch.

“What a memorable experience. Going to a village was so authentic. I would make sure all food and drinks are from the village and not commercial.”

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Niagara Falls, ON: Jet Boat Tour on Niagara River - A lower-river view of Niagara
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Niagara Falls, ON: Jet Boat Tour on Niagara River

8.Niagara Falls, ON: Jet Boat Tour on Niagara River

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,128 reviews · 45 min · from $69

Ride the lower Niagara River from the Canadian side with a live English guide, then hit Devil’s Hole and the 365° Hamilton Turn. Choose the Wet Jet for a full soaking or the covered Jet Dome to stay dry. The 45-minute trip includes safety gear, narration, and dramatic river views.

“It was an amazing experiene and we will sure to do it again! so much fun! Thank you”

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Niagara Falls Canada Open-Top (Wet) Jet Boat Tour - From the dock to the Niagara Whirlpool
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Niagara Falls Canada Open-Top (Wet) Jet Boat Tour

9.Niagara Falls Canada Open-Top (Wet) Jet Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,000 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $71

Set out from Niagara-on-the-Lake for a 45-minute open-top jet-boat ride through the Niagara Whirlpool rapids. Guides such as Isabella, Vinny, Grace, and Chris keep the trip lively, while the crew handles safety carefully. You will get completely soaked, and you will not see Niagara Falls.

“The excursion was absolutely the most fun. The ride was fast and we got completely soaked. We did a similar excursion in Oregon but it was nowhere near as fast or fun as this ride.”

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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist - Arriving at Jetty 1 in Circular Quay
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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

10.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 841 reviews · from $60

Meet at Circular Quay for a 30-minute Thunder Jet Boat ride with drivers such as John and Tom. Hold on for 270-degree spins, fishtails, slides, wave riding, and power stops while passing the Opera House, Luna Park, Taronga Zoo, and Rose Bay. Expect music, spray, and a wet return.

“Had an awesome time. It was adventurous and we were able to some landmarks from the boat. We had taken this ride with 2 kids and they enjoyed it thoroughly!”

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Albufeira: High-Adrenaline Jet Boat Ride - The scenic run along the Algarve cliffs
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Albufeira: High-Adrenaline Jet Boat Ride

11.High-Adrenaline Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 780 reviews · 30 min · from $35Best value

Meet at Gate 4 Café in Albufeira Marina for a 30-minute jet boat ride along the Algarve coast. Guides such as Thomas, Daniel, Angelo, and Tom combine cave and rock views with 180 and 360-degree turns, slides, and power brakes. Wear swimwear: you will get soaked.

“I was a little nervous going on this but It was the highlight of our trip we enjoyed it so much! Even with a hangover lol The guides were great and the tricks were so fun! We highly recommend :D”

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Taupō: Huka Falls 30-Minute Jet Boat Experience - What the 360° spins feel like
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Taupō: Huka Falls 30-Minute Jet Boat Experience

12.Taupō: Huka Falls 30-Minute Jet Boat Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 759 reviews · 30 min · from $89

Ride a high-speed jet boat from Wairakei Tourist Park to the base of Huka Falls. Expect 80 km/h runs, sharp 360° spins, native bush, rock cliffs, hot springs, and lively commentary from drivers such as Scott, Ricky, Chopper, or Tee. You may get thoroughly wet, even in good weather.

“The guide was funny and gave us good Informations. (And by the way also handsome.) I really liket the aktivity because we saw the water fall very near. But I would recommend everybody to put on your sun glases because the wind is so strong that otherways you habe to close your eyes and can‘t enjoy it that much.”

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From Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride - Meeting the bus in central Queenstown
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From Queenstown: Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride

13.Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 699 reviews · 3 hours · from $118

Ride from Queenstown with guides such as Cal, Dan, Willy, or Rob along the cliff-hugging Skippers Road, then board a jet boat for 30 minutes of high-speed runs and 360-degree spins through the Shotover River canyons. Allow three hours, bring warm layers, and use the toilet before leaving.

“We had a blast! Prepare to be driven down the canyon on the very edge of the mountainside! What a thrill just riding to the River! The jet boat was great. Dan was our guide and he was funny and knowledgable about the history of the area and our boat driver was awesome too. Def worth the money!”

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Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park - Pure Wilderness - Upper Waiau River: fast water, clear views, and local stories
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Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness

14.Jet Boat Journey through Fiordland National Park – Pure Wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 678 reviews · from $127

From Te Anau, Fiordland Jet takes you by powerful jet boat along the Upper Waiau River to Lake Manapouri. Expect warm gear, fast spins, quiet wildlife stops, three Lord of the Rings filming locations, and a short guided walk in Fiordland National Park. Guides include John, Jade, Alex, Harry, and others.

“What a memorable experience! Our guide was knowledgeable, entertaining, and clearly loved his job! The rest of the staff was friendly and helpful.. They have everything you may need - beanies, windbreakers, and sunscreen! I was a little Read more”

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Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo - Starting at 200 Karetoto Road
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Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

15.Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride in Taupo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 658 reviews · from $94

Ride with Hukafalls Jet from 200 Karetoto Road for a fast, wet 30-minute run along the Waikato River. Your driver-guide handles 360-degree spins, power brakes, and the close approach to Huka Falls. Guides such as Scott, Ricki, Arthur, and Rocky are praised for sharp driving and lively commentary.

“We had so much fun and you come really close to the waterfalls. Great guides and opportunity to take photos. Just Book it ☺️”

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