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Jet Boating in Waiau Gorge
A jet boating experience taking you on a high-speed adventure past the jagged cliffs, narrow gorges and white water rapids near Hanmer Springs, Christchurch
What to expect
This exhilarating Hanmer Springs jet boat ride will take you on a high-speed adventure past the jagged cliffs, narrow gorges and white water rapids near Hanmer Springs. Hold on tight for the jet boating ride of your life through the famous Waiau Gorge near Hanmer Springs and Christchurch. This thrillseekers adventure activity will take you zooming past spectacular scenery as you weave and wind down the river, expertly twisting, turning, power braking and fishtailing for 40 minutes of pure jaw dropping fun!
The jet boat's powerful V8 twin engine allows incredible control with crazy spins and seemingly impossible tight manoeuvres on the river. This really is New Zealand jet boating at its very best – it’s the ultimate Christchurch jet boat adventure for adrenaline junkies!
What's included
- 30-40 minute jet boat ride
- Life jacket and spray proof jacket if needed
Visit date
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Note
- This activity inherently involves risks and potential hazards. The risks and hazards include but are not limited to collisions with obstacles (rocks, trees, debris, other vessels), high speed manoeuvres, grounding the Jetboat, capsize, and mechanical failures.
- Participating in the Jetboating activity offered by Thrillseekers Adventures Ltd trading as Hanmer Springs Attractions can be hazardous if they are not conducted with care, control, and responsibility.
- These risks could result in my injury (physical or mental), broken bones, dislocations, lacerations, drowning/secondary drowning, amputation, or even death.
Time
- Jetboat operates daily at 11.00am, 1.00pm and 3.00pm
Location
- 839 Hanmer Springs Road, Hanmer Springs 7360 New Zealand
What To Bring
- A warm jacket
- Sunglasses
- In winter hats and gloves also are a good idea
