Queenstown Thunder Jet Boat Adventure by Watersports
- High-speed jet boating adventure reaching up to 95 km/h across lake and river
- Experience thrilling 360-degree spins and sharp turns with expert, friendly local drivers
- One-hour ride covering 44–47 km of scenic waterways in Queenstown
- Stunning views of The Remarkables, and Queenstown’s dramatic alpine landscape
- Safe and fun: boats equipped with safety features and full pre-ride briefing
- Perfect mix of adrenaline, nature, and storytelling—an iconic Queenstown must-do activity
What to expect
Get ready for an exhilarating 30-minute or one-hour ride with the Queenstown Thunder Jet Adventure! Powered by twin V8 engines, this high-speed jet boat experience will have you racing across Lake Wakatipu and zooming down the Kawarau River at speeds of up to 95 km/h. Hold on tight as the expert driver performs thrilling 360-degree spins and sharp turns, all while sharing fun local insights along the way. The ride offers a unique mix of heart-pounding excitement and breathtaking scenery, including mountain peaks, riverside cliffs, and iconic Queenstown views. Full safety briefings are provided, and all boats are equipped with top safety features. Expect to get a little wet—so dress appropriately and bring your sense of adventure!






Reviews
If you leave without being serious, you will regret it so much. I was so glad I was able to make a reservation 45 minutes in advance. It is an activity that is worth the money. If you line up 15 minutes in advance, you will be seated in order. You can store your sunglasses or any luggage that you may be carrying in the locker before you sit down. Then, you will be seated in order, but if you are on the left side of the front row, you will have a good view and the best seat, so please keep that in mind. If you wear something like a hooded windbreaker, it will be waterproof and will prevent your hair from getting wet or flying. Put your phone in a zippered pocket and never take it out when you spin. The speed is so fast that I thought I was risking my life to film it, but when you suddenly spin, there is a risk of falling into the water, so it is difficult to film like I did. Haha. But I am so happy that I was able to take videos and photos, and the pilot's crazy tension really made me want to do it again... This is truly the activity of my life. Thank you ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ
Great experience and can’t leave Queenstown without trying this jet boat! Tip to bring a beanie, waterproof jacket and maybe a phone case with a strap. You’ll get water in your ear so cover it if you can.
Such a fantastic experience. I was very impressed with the service from Thunder jet boat. So much enjoyable.
It was an amazing experience! We only booked for 30 minutes, but we got bumped up to 1 hour which we didn’t mind since we haven’t got any other plans on that day. It’s definitely a must try!
Such a amazing tour! Jess the guide is super fun and nice to be with! Definitely got the best boat driving skills in town! The tour is thrilling and loads of 360 spins in the beautiful lake.
the Jet Boat ride was a fun experience with stunning views of the Remarkables! Our skipper Matthew was really friendly and experienced. Good for thrill seekers but we wish we could feel the speed of the boat more. Overall, it was a good balance between a scenic boat ride with a bit of thrill.
Booked for 1hr initially but due to the water level they only offer 25mins ride. Staff were very helpful to cancel the 1hr booking and put us to the next earliest 25mins ride. The ride was really fun and was a great experience.
The price/performance ratio is super unbeatable. If you come to Queenstown, you must take a 60-minute jet boat ride to enjoy the excitement and beautiful scenery. Like, like, like.
Loved every minute of it! it was sunny and warm that day so super refreshing to get splashed! Our driver Jess was terrific, super into it and engaging. The jetboating thrill was enhanced by spectacular 360 spins and speed bursts and the views along the river were gorgeous!
This is a great adventure! it is lots of fun for both adults and kids. Our guide shared interesting information and drove the boat safely.
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