SPEEDBOAT TRAVELER
The runs worth the throttle, reviewed.
The 5 lake taupo speedboat tours worth the throttle, lined up side by side. How fast you are going, which coves and islands you reach, how long you are out on the water, and what a seat on the boat costs.
Thrill on the Waikato River in Taupo: 35-minute jet boat ride through rapids and canyons with a guide and small groups.
Most Popular“Jacob's knowledge about the river and his amazing 360 turns and jumps. Interesting movie set stories and scenery were amazing. His ability to handle tight turns and speed of the 550HP motor was exilerating.”
Shoot past cliffs and spin 360° on a 30-minute jet boat to Huka Falls with heated handrails and water-level access. $89.
“Wow what an exhilarating experience, we thoroughly enjoyed it. Our driver was fantastic, really ensured we had the most thrilling experience. Beautiful scenery along the way and some brilliant spins.”
Hukafalls Jet Boat in Taupo: 30 minutes of Waikato River thrills, trick turns, and eye-level access to Huka Falls from $94.84.
“Absolutely fantastic experience! Scott made the jet boat ride thrilling and exhilarating. We got extremely close to Huka Falls, which was running at 100% and it was absolutely stunning. Scott made us laugh and provided some real thrilling moments!”
Katoa Jet Boat on Lake Rotorua is a 30-minute V8 ride with live narration, 360 spins, and iconic views including Mokoia Island.
“Great fun(even in the pouring rain), educational, genuinely nice people who gave great recommendations for other activities as well. Highly recommended 💪”
Jet boat thrills across Rotorua and Ohau Channel, then a 1-hour mineral soak at Manupirua Hot Pools on Lake Rotoiti.
“Highly recommend this tour! Loved every minute of our time on this tour. Will was friendly and funny and gave us a good insight into the local area around Rotorua. The bird life on way out to the pools is superb and the hot pools so great! Extreme relaxation with a few thrills on the…”
