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By Wanaka River Journeys

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $271 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Jet boat in the wilderness of the Matukituki Valley
    • See hanging glaciers and the towering Mount Aspiring
    • Jet boat beneath film locations from Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films
    • Walk through forest, past waterfalls and streams with a knowledgeable guide

Activity location

    • Wanaka
    • Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 99 Ardmore St, Wanaka 9305, New Zealand | 99 Ardmore Street, Wanaka (outside the Wanaka i-SITE Visitor Information Centre).
    • Wānaka, Otago, New Zealand

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Wanaka: Jet Boat & Wilderness Walk

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 12:45PM
Price details
CA $271.29 x 1 AdultCA $271.29
Total
Price is CA $271.29

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Complimentary shuttle transfer to and from Wanaka to the jet boat base
  • Inclusions
    Life jackets and wet weather gear
  • Inclusions
    Heated handrails and footrests when required
  • Inclusions
    Thrilling Jet Boat Ride
  • Inclusions
    50-minute informative walk through the forest

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Children under 4 years, People with back problems, People with mobility impairments, People with pre-existing medical conditions, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Join the longest and most spectacular jet boat tour in New Zealand on a half-day adventure from Wanaka. Travel at speed over the shallow braids of the Matukituki River, drift into turns and experience exciting spins! Stop in deep pools to breathe in the magic of the landscape and hear stories about the land from the local guides.

    Then, get off the beaten track on a 50-minute nature walk through the moss covered forests, waterfalls and glacial streams of Mount Aspiring National Park. Walk in awe beneath Avalanche Glacier (when conditions permit) or go into McGills Creek to enjoy one of the most beautiful and serene forest walks.

    Hear stories about this unique ice-carved landscape and get unmissable photo opportunities of the towering glaciers, shimmering waters and more.

    After your walk, you'll get to enjoy another ride in the jet boat back down the river. Your complimentary shuttle bus will be waiting to return you to Wanaka Town Centre.

Location

Activity location

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    • Wanaka
    • Wanaka, Otago, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 99 Ardmore St, Wanaka 9305, New Zealand | 99 Ardmore Street, Wanaka (outside the Wanaka i-SITE Visitor Information Centre).
    • Wānaka, Otago, New Zealand