Is the Shotover Jet running?
Is the Shotover Jet running?
Shotover Jet is operating safely under Delta Alert Level 2, click to learn more.
Who owns shot over 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.
How long is the Shotover Jet ride?
25 minutes
How long is the ride on Shotover Jet? You will spend up to 25 minutes on the water but should allow 1 hour if self-driving to our river base, or 1 hour 45 minutes return if taking our transport from Queenstown return including your ‘Jet Boat’ ride.
How much are jet boats?
The average price of a new jet boat is between $21,000 and $66,000. A used model cost starts from $6,000 averagely. The runabout’s brand, size, hull, interior influence the vessels’ exact value.
Where does the Shotover Jet leave from?
Queenstown
We are located on Gorge Road at 3 Arthurs Point (approximately a 10 minute drive from Queenstown). Please check in at the river base at least 30 minutes before the trip time.
Can you Jet Boat pregnant?
Generally, there’s no harm in boating while pregnant. However, this should be evaluated on a case-to-case basis. Some women have more complicated and high-risk pregnancies than others. Usual boating activities that women with normal pregnancies can do may aggravate complications in other women’s pregnancies.
Where is the Shotover River?
The Shotover River is located in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. The name correctly suggests that this 75-kilometre (47 mi) long river is fast flowing, with numerous rapids.
What are jet boats?
A jetboat is a boat propelled by a jet of water ejected from the back of the craft. It was found the waterjet was better than propellers for a wide range of vessel types, and waterjets are now used widely for many high-speed vessels including passenger ferries, rescue craft, patrol boats and offshore supply vessels.
How many people fit in a jet boat?
The standard jet ski seating capacity is 3 people. There do exist watercraft that can fit 1, 2, or even 4 people.
Do you get wet jet boating?
Will I get wet? You will get a bit wet out on our ride, but we do have locker facilities at our wharf and also supply water-resistant ponchos for your comfort.
Where did the jet boat crash in Queenstown?
The crash, involving a KJet boat, happened on the Shotover River near Tucker Beach Rd at 11:40am on Sunday. A St John spokesperson told Newshub one person was seriously injured and four sustained moderate injuries – all of whom were airlifted to Queenstown’s Lakes District Hospital.
When to check in for jet boat Queenstown?
Your check in time at the Shotover Jet River Base is 30 minutes prior to departure. Each jet boat ride is approximately 25 minutes. Our shuttle service is currently operating for the 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm departures.
Who are the owners of the Shotover Jet?
We’ve teamed up with our friends at Shotover Canyon Swing and Canyon Brewing so you can swing, jet and taste your way through the Shotover Canyons! THIS IS WHERE WE COME FROM. THIS AWA (RIVER) IS PART OF WHO WE ARE. We are Ngāi Tahu, the Māori people of this land and the proud owners of Shotover Jet.
How much does it cost to go on the Shotover Jet?
Shotover Jet has thrilled over 3 million people since 1965 – and now it’s your turn! Just $299 for 2 adults and 2 children! Exclusive access to the Spectacular Shotover Canyons.
