Skippers Canyon Jet

Skippers Canyon Tour with Jet Boat Ride

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  • Skippers Canyon Scenic Tour
  • 30 minute thrilling jet boat ride
  • Informative commentary
  • Spectacular scenery & photo opportunities
  • Return transport to central Queenstown
  • 3 hours for the entire experience
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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 Canyon Jet is THE must do jet boat trip in Queenstown.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour into Skippers Canyon
  • Informative commentary from our knowledgeable bus drivers
  • 30 minute jet boating experience on the upper Shotover River
  • Spectacular scenery and photo opportunities
  • Spray jackets and life jackets for the jet boat trip
  • Return transport to central Queenstown

Time

  • Summer: 8.30am, 12pm and 3.30pm. (October – April)
  • Winter: 9am and 1pm. (May – September)
  • Meet outside the Station Building on the corner of Shotover and Camp Streets, Queenstown, 9300
  • Please arrive 10 mins before departure time

Duration

  • Allow 3 hours for whole experience

What To Bring

  • Dress for the conditions on the day!
  • Summer: Hat, sunglasses, warm top, sunscreen, insect repellent, water and a camera
  • Winter: Warm hat, wind proof warm jacket, gloves, sunglasses, water and a camera
  • Dress like you are going skiing up the mountain and you’ll love it!

Additional Information

  • This is a true backcountry experience- getting there is half the fun!
  • We recommend using the toilet in the Station Building before departing Queenstown
  • ‘No shows’ or cancellations within 24hrs of departure time are non-refundable
  • Please advise if you have any medical conditions, back problems or are pregnant

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • Offers and inclusions are subject to change without notice
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • The operator reserves the right to update their rates without notice
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Shannon Sinnott 4 years ago
Had a great time. The bus drive there was just as good as the boat trip. We got the 8:30 am tour and it was only about a handful of people which made it extra special. Definitely wear a raincoat and bring a jumper. Thanks for the lovely tour. New Zealand is tops.
Had a great time

Had a great time. The bus drive there was just as good as the boat trip. We got the 8:30 am tour and it was only about a handful of people which made it extra special. Definitely wear a raincoat and bring a jumper. Thanks for the lovely tour. New Zealand is tops.

Shannon Sinnott 4 years ago
What a fantastic day

What a fantastic day! Our very skillful and informative driver Will, took us on a drive of a lifetime. While maneuvering the minibus on the narrow and windy canyon road, he told us about the history of the area and many interesting facts of the place, like where certain scenes of Lord of the Rings were shot! We stopped for photos of the awe-inspiring canyon. Down by the river, we were given a short briefing of the jet boat ride and life jackets to wear and off we went. The 8 km ride up-river with 360 turns and close encounters with the cliff face, was fun. But the 8 km down-river at double speed was truly exhilarating! Thankfully we were in the safe hands of our driver Lachlan who knew how to drive fast & safe. The drive back up the canyon was equally amazing as coming down and the views of Queenstown on our approach were second to none. I highly recommend this tour. Well worth every cent!

Lena Lindkvist 4 years ago
This is must do tour

This is must do tour. It is well organised and learnt about the history of the area. The jet boat in winter was still an awesome experience. The drive to skippers canyon is worth it too. It was unfortunate you had to buy the whole photo package and couldn’t just purchase one photo on the jet boat.

Katie Sadler 5 years ago
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Benj Hohneck Skippers Canyon Jet

The Skippers Canyon Jet family has been in the canyon for five generations and started out as gold miners.

Be prepared to get wet. Bring a spare change of clothes or waterproof clothing for your comfort!
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