Get on board the ‘Big Reds’, the ultimate Queenstown jet boat experience and the World's Most Exciting Jet Boat ride, an experience that has been thrilling over 4 million people since 1965!
Prepare for an adrenaline rush unlike any other. The Shotover Jet drivers push the limits, sending you speeding towards the Shotover Canyon's overhanging cliffs and treacherous rocks, then expertly pulling away at the last possible moment. The boat can reach speed of up to 90kph, in as little as 10cm of shallow water. Spin and weave your way through the spectacular Shotover River Canyon and enjoy trademark 360-degree spins, as the rocky canyon walls whiz past you at speed.
It's the ultimate combination of high-speed thrills, precision maneuvering through tight canyon passages, and the breathtaking scenery that truly sets this experience apart.
The world famous Queenstown Jet Boat experience is just 10 minutes drive from Queenstown, where you can catch a convenient and free shuttle service out to the river base. You then have the rest of the day to try and catch your breath and enjoy other exciting activities in Queenstown!