Fiordland Jet Tour: Explore Fiordland National Park

Embark on a thrilling jet boat journey through Fiordland National Park, immersing yourself in pure wilderness. Experience a personalized tour with a local operator, away from the crowds, and discover the stunning scenery and rich history of this beautiful area.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fiordland - Begin your tour at our office on the Lakefront of Te Anau with plenty of free parking and secure storage. Get fitted for a spray coat, life jacket and if needed any cold weather gear (hats, gloves, blanket).
    Next take a short ride through Southland farms to the Queens Reach Boat Ramp where you’ll board the boat with ease thanks to…
What's Included
  • Cold weather gear when needed (hat, gloves, blanket)
  • Life Jacket & Spray Coat
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

This is a unique chance to submerge oneself into the serene beauty of Fiordland National Park, far removed from the frequented crowds. The only commercial operator on these waters is Fiordland Jet, offering guests a genuine New Zealand experience in a small, customized group tour.
Owned locally and operated by us, we return tourism to its roots - a…

Location
84 Lakefront Drive
Lakefront Drive
Beside the iconic Moose Bar & Pub on the corner of Town Centre and Lakefront Drive
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Trek48950923314
May 15, 2025
Stunning and Crazy Fun - Alex was awesome and the views were wonderful! My whole family had a great time and we are so so so so so so happy we did this!
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Travlerdebbie
May 8, 2025
Perfect Blend of Speed, Scenery and Commentary - We had the best time. Chris was a great guide. There was an opportunity to walk in the forest and the scenery was wonderful throughout the ride. The staff provides you with all you need- hats, waterproof jackets, etc. Our group enjoyed 360 degree turns and speed and Chris gave us all we asked for! If I had to choose between jetboating in Te Anau or Queenstown, I'd definitely choose this tour.
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999mtngrl703
Apr 29, 2025
Stunning scenery and great river/lake tour in Te Anau - My husband and I did the jet boat tour up the river to Lake Manapouri and did the bush walk. This was our third trip - we did our first in 2018 and another on a later trip to NZ. As a Lord of the Rings fan, I love the connection to the movie since our driver Chris explained which scenes were filmed on the river. The spins are fun and start off slow so everyone can get used to it and decide if they want more. Chris was clear that if anyone didn’t want to do spins, that was fine, and those people could get off at the end and Chris would take those who did like spins back out for spins! He was also very good about explaining how to brace yourself and that definitely helped make the spins more fun. The scenery can’t be beat. Lake Manapouri is so spectacular and unspoiled. Great activity for family, friends or whoever. We went with a group of German tourists and that added to the enjoyment as they experienced the trip for the first time. The FJet staff were friendly and helpful with jackets, coats, warm hats and lots of joking around - especially Chris. Our bus driver Abby was a wealth of information on Lake Manapouri and Lake Te Anau. Also a shout out to Lucy, Amy, Lex, and John. Definitely a must do when you are in Te Anau - and unlike the Glow Worm tour - FJet tours are much smaller and more intimate, in addition to being exhilarating. I also saw a lot of happy bike rental customers and the trail along Lake Te Anau is lovely and easy to ride. One more note - the staff are great sources of information on where to eat in Te Anau or whatever other questions you might have about the area. Highly recommend.
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Emily_k
Apr 28, 2025
Fun and informative! - This experience was very fun and informative. Alex was a terrific guide. I highly recommend this venue!
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541jaimif
Apr 26, 2025
Great local experience - Brilliant, by the far the best jet boat experience I had in NZ. The guide (John) was fantastic and provided an informative tour which was infused with Kiwi humour.
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730haleyn
Apr 21, 2025
Go Lex! - Awesome views and information, great guide (Lex). Really fun!! We were also very grateful they provided gear for us--warm coats, sunglasses, hats, gloves. The jet boat itself was a fun experience with lots of spins. The only thing we would change: we would have loved more time on the Kepler Track. Even just being able to walk 15-20 minutes.
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Danielk0801
Apr 18, 2025
Great fun! - We had lots of fun on the trip down the river! Chris was a great guide with a good sense of humour, and - most importantly - we always felt safe and that he had the boat 100% under control. I really appreciated the printed lord of the rings pictures that could be compared to the filming locations we passed.
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Sean
Apr 17, 2025
Fantastic experience - Chris Lucy and team were fantastic, our kids loved it and they were fun, engaging and high energy. You are also totally alone on the river and lake - magical.
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Robert
Apr 17, 2025
Amazing trip! - What a wonderful way to end our trip. Everyone on team was full of enthusiasm and energy. The ride was thrilling, the scenery was beautiful, and great info and hospitality. Would 10/10 recommend.
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Donmar92
Apr 7, 2025
Great fun, wonderful experience! - The jet boat ride was great fun - our guide Johnny was so entertaing. Additionaly is was beautiful scenery and wonderul history. Away from the crowds and truly in a wilderness area. All of the staff were so helpful and determined to make sure we were comfortable and enjoyed the experience.
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From $117
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).