Description

Christchurch Jet Boating on the Waimakariri River

Tour code:

LT03B

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1 Day

Christchurch

Start from:

Christchurch

End at:

Christchurch

Type tour:

Single day tour

Age range:

All Ages

Languages:

English

Payments:

Pay Online

Highlights

Scenic Drive Through Northern Canterbury
Beautiful Scenery of the Braided Waimakariri River
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE: Braided Blast (30 min) or Gorge Adventure (30 mins), UPGRADE: Canyon Safari (60 mins)
Breathtaking Alpine Scenery
Convienient Hotel Pickup and Drop Off; Departing Daily: 10am , 12pm, 2pm

About This Tour

Travel from Christchurch across the Canterbury Plains to the edge of the Southern Alps, where the braided Waimakariri River sets the scene for an unforgettable jet‑boat adventure. Speed through ever‑changing channels, dramatic canyon walls, and open alpine landscapes under the guidance of expert drivers.

Choose your own jet boat adventure—from a shorter burst of excitement to a longer journey into remote river terrain—this experience balances high‑energy thrills with spectacular scenery.

What to Expect

This jet boating experience kicks off with hotel pickup in Christchurch, followed by a scenic drive through the Canterbury Plains to the base of the Southern Alps. Once you reach the Waimakariri River—known locally as ‘The Waimak’—you’ll gear up and launch into a high-speed adventure across braided channels, canyon walls, and alpine backdrops.

Whether you are short on time or craving a deeper dive, there’s a ride for you: the 30-minute Braided Blast offers fast-paced fun on the Lower Waimak; the Gorge Adventure takes you into rugged terrain with epic mountain views; and the Canyon Safari delivers a full hour of remote river exploration. With expert captains, thrilling spins, and jaw-dropping scenery, this is New Zealand jet boating at its finest.

Departing Daily at 10am, 12pm or 2pm, with pick up and drop off to your central city accommodation.