Water

Jet Boat - Skippers Canyon Jet

This is a jet boat trip like no other! Recognised as one of Queenstown’s best value products for a good reason, this is an adrenaline rush from the moment you leave town. Tour into Skippers Canyon, along the sheer canyon walls, on the ‘road to riches’ carved from the rock walls and sheer cliffs by miners over 120 years ago. Through Lord of the Rings film locations, stunning scenery and wild mountain ranges, the historic Skippers Road is one of the jewels in Queenstown’s crown

And that’s just getting to the boat! Our state of the art custom built jet boats are designed for one purpose, to excite and thrill as you jet boat the Shotover River thought the tight narrow canyons that are Skippers Canyon. Enjoy 30 minutes of jet boating, and bring your camera on this jet boating trip, stunning photos from the jet boats!

Lake Cruises - TSS Earnslaw

Relive the elegance of turn-of-the-century travel with a cruise on board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw. Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw is the largest and grandest vessel ever to ply Lake Wakatipu and has transported goods for local run-holders and conveyed passengers for over 96 years. Today, she is believed to be the oldest working coal-fired steamship in the southern hemisphere. Relax on board and view the stunning alpine scenery while enjoying food or drinks from the café. There is plenty of time to explore the decks and bridge, view the engine room or join a sing-a-long with the on-board pianist.

Lake Cruises - Million Dollar Cruise

A unique and relaxing way to see Queenstown, for $25pp take a lake cruise along the Frankton Arm for a couple of relaxing hours. With 2 boats, groups also have the option to charter a vessel for exclusive cruise options.

Jet Boat - Shotover Jet

World famous as the ultimate jet boat experience, Shotover Jet has thrilled over 3 million people since 1970, and now it’s your turn! Take a unique breathtaking ride through dramatic and narrow canyons, and hold on tight for Queenstown’s only exhilarating full 360° spins. ‘Can you handle the canyons?’ with award winning Shotover Jet, ‘The World’s Most Exciting Jet Boat Ride’ and the only company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons.

Shotover Jet was one of Queenstown's first adventure activities and is one of the experiences that has helped to put New Zealand on the global tourism map. Combining the classic New Zealand invention of the Jet Boat with the kiwi culture of adventure, Shotover Jet has become part of the fabric of what is quintessentially 'New Zealand'. People from all over New Zealand and from all around the world visit Queenstown for two main reasons, scenery and adventure; Shotover Jet combines both of these in a unique, exhilarating and unforgettable way and is for many visitors the highlight of their Queenstown and New Zealand holiday.

Jet Boat - Thunder Jet

Taking you the greatest distance on the ultimate adventure down the spectular KAWARUA River, Breathtaking landscapes are accompanied by powerful 750-horse power twin V8 engines as you rore though shallow waters on the glacial feed Kawarau River. 360- degree spins, marine sound systems, impeccable safety records… all you need for your REAL jet boating experience.

Jet Boat - Dart River

Queenstown’s Dart River Jet Safaris experiences are unique combinations of breathtaking ‘World Heritage’ scenery, exhilarating wilderness Jet Boating, Maori heritage and inspiring adventure – truly authentic discoveries of everything that makes New Zealand an exceptional destination. Choose the ‘Safari’ option that suits you best and join us, the only operator on the Dart River, on a diverse adventure travelling deep into the pristine Dart River Valley and spectacular Mt Aspiring National Park to explore this awe-inspiring area and experience ‘New Zealand’s Most Sensational Journey.’

The ‘Wilderness Safari’ is a diverse adventure exploring spectacular ‘World Heritage’ wilderness.  Enjoy the area’s longest wilderness jet boat journey, complete with thrilling jet spins, informative guided ancient forest walk and back-country 4WD bus tour. Surrounded by awe-inspiring peaks and mysterious hidden valleys shrouded in native Beech forest.  Walk amongst the ancient beech forest, unchanged for 80 million years.  Your specialist guides will bring to life the variety of landscapes, vegetation and wildlife within this unique area, as well the captivating stories of the original Maori and early pioneers.

Milford Sound Cruise

Discover Milford Sound with Mitre Peak Cruises for an unforgettable New Zealand experience. Described by Rudyard Kipling as the eighth Wonder of the World – and more recently voted the number one spot in New Zealand by Kiwi's and visitors alike – Milford Sound’s deep icy waters, sheer rock faces, glacial hanging valleys, thick native forest and local wildlife are best seen by boat.

Mitre Peak Cruises offers regular two-hour trips traversing the deep waters of Milford Sound. The only cruise option that always goes past St Anne’s lighthouse, and out into the Tasman Sea, a Mitre Peak Cruise gives our guests a chance to enter Milford Sound from the outside, approaching it just as the first sealers did at the end of the 18th century.

Our informative guides point out scenic highlights along the way, such as the Bowen Falls (dropping 160 metres seaward), Sinbad Gully (a classic example of a hanging valley), snow-capped Mount Pembroke, and the awe-inspiring Mitre Peak itself, towering 1692 metres from the ocean floor.

Mitre Peak Cruises offers competitively priced tours to the most un-spoilt parts of this World Heritage area, running a regular daily schedule throughout the year.

Rafting Shotover River / Kawarau River

Kawarau River

The Kawarau river is ideal for first time rafters or suited to those looking for a more relaxed rafting experience. There’s plenty of white water action, but also time to sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular New Zealand scenery. Keep an eye on the other rafts though, as there’s a good chance of a water fight.

Shotover River

Take the winding road up into Skippers Canyon, famous for it's incredible twists and turns, tight corners and exciting cliff edges.

You will then meet your river guide before beginning your white water rafting journey through the spectacular Skippers Canyon. Rafting from Deep Creek over peaceful waters at first, you'll head towards the exhilarating rapids of the lower canyon. The adrenalin pumps as you paddle Rock Garden, After Shock, Sharks Fin, Toilet, Pinball and Jaws to name but a few. Raft the 170m Oxenbridge Tunnel before shooting Cascade Rapid to complete your adventure.

Parasailing - Paraflights

Parasail up to 200 metres above lake Wakatipu attached by a cable to a power boat beneath you. Fly solo, tandem with a friend or take a triple flight with the family. Take your camera (just remeber to securely attach it to yourself) and photograph breathtaking views of the Remarkables, Queenstown and the surrounding areas on this magical 10 minute flight.

9am Special Offer (12pm in winter)

Book the 9am flight and receive a free t shirt and coffee valued at $30

Trip Includes

10 - 15 minute flight with amazing views of Queenstown, the lake and the mountains

Up to 1hr on the power boat depending on number of flyers

Duration

Allow 1hr from Queenstown's main pier

Departures

Every hour from 9am during daylight hours

Departs from main town pier

Other Information

You must wear suitable footwear that will not fall off in the air

Dress for the weather, remembering it can be cold in winter when you are being towed 200m in the air behind a boat

Spectators are welcome (for an additional charge)

Great for the family and those wanting to see Queenstown from the air

Triple flights must not exceed a combined weight of 200kg

Fishing - Unreel fishing

Let UnReel Fishing Queenstown take you somewhere you've never dreamed of.

Onboard your very own bespoke fishing boat, Kiwi Explorer, leave Queenstown Bay with your local guide and take to the crystal clear waters of Lake Wakatipu. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery made famous by the Lord of the Rings, you and up to 6 of your mates can fish for salmon, rainbow and brown trout 365 days a year.

Whatever other Queenstown activities you partake in, make time for the Reel New Zealand fishing experience. Each trip lasts 2 hours, but we know you'll be back for more unReel action reel soon!