Do you get wet on the Shotover Jet?

Do you get wet on the Shotover Jet?

If so how wet? Some would argue that it is all part of the fun of the Shotover Jet experience to get a little wet but if you are particularly concerned about your hair style, then we would recommend that you try and sit in the centre seats on the boat.

How long does the Shotover Jet go for?

Shotover Jet operates 7 Days (weather and river conditions permitting). Our office is open 9am until 5pm. Our Shotover Jet Boat trips run every hour from 10am until 4pm.

How fast is the Shotover Jet?

90 km/hour
Shotover Jet has thrilled over 3 million people since 1965 – and now it’s your turn! Take a unique, breathtaking ride through dramatic and narrow canyons at speeds of up to 90 km/hour, and hold on tight for our famous 360˚ spins and more.

Who owns the Shotover Jet?

Ngai Tahu Holdings
In mid-1999 Ngai Tahu Holdings became a major shareholder in Shotover Jet and today Shotover Jet is 100% privately New Zealand owned and operated by Ngai Tahu Holdings.

Is Shotover Jet Safe?

You’re In Safe Hands With a fleet of seven identical V8, twin-engine jet boats and an unparalleled maintenance and risk management programme, Shotover Jet continues to raise industry safety standards. We have been operating commercial jet boats in the Shotover River Canyons continuously since 1965.

Does the Shotover Jet run in winter?

It’s never too cold for a ride on Shotover Jet!

How do I get from Queenstown to Skippers Canyon?

From Queenstown, travel along Gorge Road to Arthur’s Point and take the turn-off to Coronet Peak ski field. Off that road, turn left onto the unsealed road signposted to Skippers. From Skippers Saddle, continue on the narrow and winding 13 km Gorge Road to Skippers Bridge and Mount Aurum Recreation Reserve.

Has anyone died on the Shotover Jet?

In November 1999 a Japanese honeymooner was killed on a Shotover Jet. Yuichiro Shibata, aged 30, died of head injuries after one of the company’s jets hit a canyon wall on the Shotover River. His death is the subject of an as yet uncompleted coroner’s inquest in Queenstown.

How fast do jet boats go?

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Can you go on a jet boat pregnant?

If you have any specific medical conditions including breaks and fractures, or if you suffer from back or neck problems please advise us at the time of booking so we can assess and advise your suitability to travel. Unfortunately if you are pregnant we do not recommend that you ride on the jet boat.

What do you wear jet boating?

What do I wear? It is best to wear comfortable clothing that you won’t mind getting a bit wet! We provide Water Proof Spray Jackets to all Jet Boaters however there’s no guarantee you will stay dry so bring a change of clothes if you have fancy dinner plans. Footwear must be worn (flip flops / sandals are fine).

Is Skippers Canyon one way?

Skippers Road is mostly one-way, narrow and steep with sheer drops of several hundred metres. No insurance covers rental cars on this road, and if you have ever met oncoming traffic on this unsealed, narrow and twisting road with a vertical drop on one and a vertical rock wall on the other side, you understand why.

Can you walk Skippers Canyon?

Introduction. Skippers is part of Mount Aurum Recreation Reserve and saw much of Wakatipu’s 1860s gold fever. It offers dramatic views and opportunities to walk, tramp, camp, paint, kayak, mountain bike, picnic and raft.

How many people have died on Shotover Jet?

Boult has had first hand experience when he was managing Shotover Jet until 2001. Two tourists have died in commercial jet boat crashes in recent times – one in 1999 and another in 2009.

What do you wear on a jet boat?

What do you wear on a jet boat in Queenstown?

We recommend you wear your ski jacket if you have one, or alternatively a warm waterproof jacket. Our Jet boats have heated handrails, but we recommend that you wear gloves as well. A hat or beanie is a must as you get up to high speeds of 95kph so the wind chill can be rather chilly!