Rapids Jet

Feel the adrenalin rush as we shoot through the narrowest canyon on the
Waikato River. Then get ready to enjoy the real thrills, as we play in the
pressure waves of the awesome Nga Awa Purua Rapids (river of springs). These
are the biggest commercially jet boated rapids in New Zealand. Our impressive
500 horse power Chevy V8 jet boats will muscle you up and down these
exhilarating white water rapids with ease. Laugh with the sheer joy of our
legendary jet boat spins. Perhaps spot a world famous Taupo trout. There is
nowhere else to jet boat White Water Rapids.

The Jet Boat is a New Zealand icon, and jet boating is a favourite activity
for Kiwis. Set in the beautiful Aratiatia Scenic Reserve is New Zealand’s best
white water Jet Boat Ride, Rapids Jet. Conveniently located just 15 minutes
drive north of Taupo and 50 minutes south of Rotorua, Rapids Jet operates on
the biggest rapids for commercial jetboating in New Zealand. Shoot through a
narrow canyon, be exhilarated by spins on crystal clear waters, spot a trout
and surf the pressure waves of the awesome Nga Awa Purua rapids. Take time to
view the amazing surrounds of Aratiatia Scenic Reserve, and learn about the
wildlife and history of the area with your Local drivers.

Our 35 minute blast will take you up to the Aratiatia Power Station to the
base of the Aratiatia Rapids, NZ's biggest and longest rapids that spill from
the Aratiatia Dam daily and guarantees an adrenaline rush! Since 1993, over
140,000 passengers aged 5-89 years have safely experienced the thrill of real
white water jet boating with Rapids Jet. We have thousands of hours experience
driving jet boats both in New Zealand and overseas, so you can be sure you are
in safe hands with Rapids Jet. Let us share our love of jet boating with you,
book a ride on Rapids Jet today.