If you TRAVEL TO NEW ZEALAND then its worth the TRAVEL TO TAUPO because young and old can ride the RAPIDS JET. Children must be 5 years and over 1 metre tall to ride. In fact, the Jetboat revolutionized River travel with its raised propeller (impeller) for shallow water. This innovation unlocked the beautiful wilderness areas that were once only accessible by canoe or raft (and they don't go back up the river!).

Now all fitness levels can experience those beautiful wilderness areas that were once locked away from them. Your RAPIDS JET is padded and totally buoyant in case water enters the cockpit. So although the rapids are big, the ride is soft.

Your RAPIDS JET has high sides, designed to turn water out, so although you can expect some spray, you'll be amazed how we handle the whirlpools! Although the RAPIDS JET travels at speed, we can plane on top of the water in front of a stationary wave, not moving, as the river speeds past (a fascinating experience)!

Any one who is coming to New Zealand, who wants to truly experience Jetboating, then RAPIDS JET is the tour for you! Our safe operational plan is unmatched. We have a shore side safety officer  for every trip, and fully buoyant boats, as well as drivers of 16 years experience.

We often share the rapids with international and local whitewater freestyle kayakers, so seeing their tricks in the Fulljames is an amazing bonus!