Rotorua Riverjet - Thermal Safari
Rotorua River Jet - Thermal Safari
The Waikato River is the most important waterway of New Zealand’s North Island. It’s also the longest and one of the most beautiful rivers in the country. The magnificent Waikato is 425 km (264 miles) long in total and it carries a heavy load of ash from the volcanic highlands. They take you through the stunning Tutukau Gorge. On your way to Orakei Korako, you will see abundant bird life, majestic pine forests and several trout feeding areas. The steaming volcanic activity right on the river banks is in one word spectacular. At stops along the way your drivers will explain the history and significance of this beautiful area. This fantastic jet boating trip is not just about the world famous 360-degree spins. It will also give you a great insight into New Zealand’s fascinating culture and heritage.
Highlights
Mighty Waikato River Volcanic highlands
Regions Visited
Experience the world's only river jet tour that allows you to step off of your jet boat and onto a fantastic geothermal wonderland. This adrenaline-pumping experience offers the thrill of blasting down Waikato River at 90km/h to spending an hour exploring Taupo's hidden valley Orakei Korako.
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Experience the world's only river jet tour that allows you to step off of your jet boat and onto a fantastic geothermal wonderland. This adrenaline-pumping experience offers the thrill of blasting down Waikato River at 90km/h to spending an hour exploring Taupo's hidden valley Orakei Korako. One moment you will race down the Waikato River barely avoiding obstacles, pulling donuts and shooting towards the riverbanks. The next moment you will cruise through the spectacular Tutukau Gorge watching abundant bird life, pine forests, steaming volcanic river banks and trout feeding areas on your way down to Orakei Korako; one of New Zealand’s most popular geothermal attractions. The stunning scenery of the mighty Waikato River makes you feel like time stood still as you gently cruise through the spectacular Tutukau Gorge where the canyon walls rise dramatically up to 50 metres above the water.
Tour Particulars
Duration : 2.5-3 hours
Departure Location : 1 Tutukau Rd -Mihi 3083 Rotorua
Departure Time : 11am
Departure Dates : Every day
Pace : Adventure
Level of fitness required: Very Easy
What to bring
Swimsuit and towel
NZD229.00
Price includes
- Spray jackets and gloves if the weather requires so.
Cancellation policy
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 45 days or more before the start of the tour, the cancellation fee will be equivalent to the deposit paid
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 30 to 45 days before the start of the tour the cancellation fee shall be 25% of the contract price
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 7 to 30 days before the start of the tour the cancellation fee shall be 50% of the contract price
- Where the date of cancellation is a date 7 days or less before the start of the tour the cancellation fee shall be 100% of the contract price
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