Come with Skippers Canyon Jet and experience unbeatable value as you are taken on a spectacular guided tour of Skippers Canyon followed by a thrilling jet boat ride through the narrowest canyons on the Shotover River.
The Jet Boat Tour begins with a guided drive into historic Skippers Canyon with on board commentary from our knowledgeable drivers. You will be escorted into a land rich in gold mining history and stunning scenery via the infamous Skippers Road which was carved out of the vertical rock face by miners over 120yrs ago. Getting there is half the adventure!
Once on the boat you will feel your adrenaline surge as you power deeper into Skippers Canyon through the dramatic canyons of the Shotover River. Our highly skilled jet boat drivers manoeuvre the boat just inches from the sheer canyon walls and keep the excitement levels high with speeds in excess of 80kmh and a series of full 360 degree spins. Skippers Canyon Jet Boat Tour is the only jet boat ride where you get to experience historic gold mining relics that still remain in the river and Lord of the Rings locations.
Skippers Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Winter (Oct. - April): 8:30am, 12:00pm and 3:30pm or Summer (May - Sept.): 9:00am and 1:00pm
3 Hours
Everyone
Subject to availability
25 minutes, with speeds in excess of 80kmh and a series of full 360 degree spins.
No, rental cars are not insured on Skippers Road and because of the nature of the road we provide transport to and from Queenstown. The drive is also part of the trip.
Yes of course, however this is at your own risk. You’ll be asked to sit at the back of the boat if you want to wave your selfie-stick around.
Winter (Oct. – April): 8:30am, 12:00pm and 3:30pm or Summer (May – Sept.): 9:00am and 1:00pm
You will travel into Skipper Canyon along the historic Skippers Road,while your guides share stories and you take in incredible views along the way
We recommend dressing for the weather and wearing sunglasses/normal glasses, even on a cloudy day. In winter wrap up extra warm with jacket, gloves and a hat, in summer bring insect repellent, a hat, sunglasses, water.