Dart River Jet Boat and Wilderness Experience
Hear enlightening commentary on the vivid landscapes as your guide provides commentary during the 28-mile (45-kilometer) journey from Queenstown to Glenorchy, a township situated on the edge of UNESCO-listed Mt. Aspiring National Park. This area of exceptional natural beauty has been featured in films such as "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian." From Glenorchy, set out on a thrilling jet-boat ride down the Dart River. Hold on tight as the boat turns and spins at high speed. Your driver expertly maneuvers the jet boat through shallow channels and points out natural landmarks along the glacier-fed braided river system. Your naturalist guide highlights the area’s native flora and fauna while sharing captivating stories of the region’s indigenous Māori inhabitants and early pioneers. Afterward, enjoy New Zealand’s jaw-dropping South Island scenery with a relaxing journey back to town.