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Embark on the ultimate, premier whitewater jet boating experience with Rapids Jet, as we navigate the powerful rapids of the Waikato river.
Embark on the ultimate, premier whitewater jet boating experience with Rapids Jet, as we navigate the powerful rapids of the Waikato river.
Highlights
- New Zealand's best white water Jet Boating experience!
- Enjoy adrenaline pumped action as you speed across the Waikato River
- Feel the power and maneuverability as the jet boat navigates narrow channels and negotiates tight spins
- Soak up spectacular scenery from the surrounding visited locations
- Learn about the local and wildlife history from your expert driver guide
Don't miss New Zealand's best white water Jet Boating experience!
Blast through narrow canyons, and speed over the crystal clear waters of the upper Waikato River. Experience the thrill and manoeuvrability of this impressive watercraft as your jet boat negotiates tight spins and takes on the Nga Awa Purua Rapids with full V8 power and aggression; surfing the pressure waves and ripping up and down the white water.
The scenery on the river is spectacular and there is ample time to enjoy your amazing surrounds while learning about the wildlife and history of the area.
Rapids Jet is set in the beautiful Aratiatia Scenic Reserve just 15 minutes drive north of Taupo and 50 minutes south of Rotorua and is guaranteed to get the blood pumping.
Available Bookings from 2 Sep to 15 Sep 2025
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- Adult$91.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$91.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$139.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$139.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$113.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$113.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$113.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$85.00
- Family Pack 1$383.00
- Family Pack 2$468.00
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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TANITA MAREN from
Germany
Great experience
Keryn Moffat from
NZ
Exhilarating!!
Kyra Ryan from
NZ
Exhilarating!!
Kyra Ryan from
NZ
Awesome experience
tollyl from
NZ
Awesome experience
tollyl from
NZ
Aratiatia River Taupo NZ
Gary Leeming from
NZ
Adrenaline Rush!
natashap7 from
NZ
Adrenaline Rush!
natashap7 from
NZ
Adrenaline Rush!
natashap7 from
NZ
It was bloody awesome!!
Sefa Palu from
Australia
It was bloody awesome!!
Sefa Palu from
Australia
Great fun!
haydnr from
NZ
Great fun!
haydnr from
NZ
Rapid fun!
Sharn Pune from
NZ
Awesome Experience
Amanda from
NZ
Awesome Experience
Amanda from
NZ
Love the Rapids Jet
J Lopez from
NZ
Must do in Taupo!!
Jacob Simelika from
NZ
Must do in Taupo!!
Jacob Simelika from
NZ
Must do in Taupo!!
Jacob Simelika from
NZ
Highlight of our trip to Taupo
lenniet from
NZ
Highly recommend!!
Leana from
NZ
Highly recommend!!
Leana from
NZ
Worth Every Penny
emmaj13 from
NZ
Worth Every Penny
emmaj13 from
NZ
Radical Rapids Jet
Pat Johnston from
Australia
AWESOME FUN
Marisa from
NZ
AWESOME FUN
Marisa from
NZ
AWESOME FUN
Marisa from
NZ
Amazing experience!
Robin Pickett from
NZ
MyHoneys Birthday
kirimakuw from
NZ
Highlight of our trip
taniam22 from
NZ
Highlight of our trip
taniam22 from
NZ
11/7/22 Dad/Son
Dane Hutton from
NZ
11/7/22 Dad/Son
Dane Hutton from
NZ
Family Fun
nickyl3 from
NZ
Family Fun
nickyl3 from
NZ
Family Fun
nickyl3 from
NZ
Fabulous Fun Experience
rebekkap from
NZ
Great Jet boat experience
Alex Tomlin from
NZ
Awesome
elizabethk4 from
NZ
Highly recommend
Renee Penney from
NZ
Awesome service
Mark Barends from
Australia
Awesome service
Mark Barends from
Australia
WAHOO!!!!! Tom & Jan loving the Rapids Jet trip!!
Jan from
NZ
Good time
justinn from
NZ
Awesome
Vivian_&_Tim from
Netherlands
최고
kyumin from
South Korea
Awesome awesome awesome
aidenh2 from
NZ
Awesome awesome awesome
aidenh2 from
NZ
Awesome awesome awesome
aidenh2 from
NZ
Loved every minute
John Fraser from
United Kingdom
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Pani from New Zealand wrote on 17 August 2025
Awesome!!
Great fun on the boat at high speed! Jacob was an awesome driver with loads of knowledge of the river. Thoroughly enjoyed - highly recommend 👌🏽
mariehirst from New Zealand wrote on 10 August 2025
Fabulous - would definitely do it again
Such an awesome trip. Jacob was an excellent driver, it was so much fun
owenv from New Zealand wrote on 07 August 2025
Good fun
One of the most dynamic jet boat rides that I have experience. Very pleased that I inadvertently booked with Rapid Jets & not the competition that went to the Huka Falls! Highly recommended…!
karenl55 from New Zealand wrote on 03 August 2025
K.Louw
We had an amazing 👏 jet boat ride yesterday. Our driver Jacob was awesome 👌 what a fantastic experience.
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David Kotiranta from Australia wrote on 18 August 2025
Rapids jet
Last day in Taupō before heading to Auckland and booked Rapids jet. So glad I did it. Our driver Jacob was great and very informative about the local area not bad with the jokes too 😝 From one satisfied Aussie - Thanks for the experience.