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Dart River Jet Safaris

Queenstown Information Centre, Corner Camp and Shotover Streets, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
+64-3-442-9992
Ranked #22 of 106 tours in Queenstown
4.5 of 5 stars 131 Reviews
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Owner description: Dart River Jet Safaris experiences are unique combinations of breathtaking ‘World Heritage’ scenery, exhilarating wilderness Jet Boating, Maori...... more » Owner description: 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. 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 'World Heritage' area and experience ‘New Zealand’s Most Sensational Journey'. « less
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Hexham, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We did the Funyak's a great combo of jet boat and paddle your own, no experience required, simply a full fun day from start to finish, worth the 12500 mile journey on its own More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

First of all Hi to Stuart (funyak Guide) and Paul (jetboat driver) and thanks for a .G First of all hi to Stuart and Paul who gave us a Gr8 day out.Stuart picked us up on time from Q/town and drove us to The Dart river headquarters.we then were outfitted in thermo gear from tops to botties to wetsuits,getting this... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This was the best day I have had in a long time. Dart River, you have some awesome people working for you. Stewart and Paul were the best hosts. Thanks for the 360s and frills on the jetboat Paul it was awesome. Can't believe we were on the boat for so long. Others are alot shorter. What can you say... More

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Tokyo, Japan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

It is REALLY cold though, so wear everything you've got. Otherwise, it was a fantastic time. I loved the walk through the forest and the ride back also. More

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

ROSIE WAS BRILLIANT - Dart Rivers should give her a raise! This was one of the best days out we've ever had, it had fun, speed, adventure & physical work as well as the most scenic & beautiful backdrops!! The bus ride was magnificent, the jet boat was 4 times longer & more entertaining than Shot Over & we got... More

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The pickup from queenstown to glenorchy was scenic and wonderful. The ride through the park and forest was great, as one could even review the lord of the ring areas in person. Finally the jet boat ride cannot be described but needs to be experienced. Above all they are quite a great outfit, on our first try the weather was... More

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Christchurch NZ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

We've done this trip several times with friends when they come and stay with us at Pounamu Apartments Queenstown and every time both our friends and ourselves just love the day out in the beautiful Dart valley. New Zealand's rivers, native bush & forest, mountain scenery at it's best. The trip includes from our accommodation in the morning to Glenorchy... More

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Athens, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We did the drive out on a bus before riding down the river in the jet boat. The driver we were with did a great job in teaching us about the area and the different movies that were shot in the area and also about the forest areas that we hiked through. The ride in the jet boat was fun... More

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Manchester, UK
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

I went on this trip with my husband during our honeymoon and I have to say this was one of the highlights. Our guide, Rosie, was wonderful - she gave interesting commentary throughout the day and direction as needed. She gave us a very detailed, but concise, safety briefing so everyone felt safe in the funyaks and also were competent... More

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shanghaimandi
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

The Dart River Jet Safaris was a lot of fun! The scenery was amazing, the guide knowledgeable and fun, and the ride was thrilling. Our tour, The Wilderness Safari, included a "Back-country 4WD through spectacular scenery", "guided ancient forest walk" and the jet boats. However, the "4WD" was a large tourist style bus that drove on dirt roads and the... More

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