• Jet Boat - Rapids Jet

    Groups

We love hosting
Groups at Rapids Jet!

Have a big family reunion or celebration coming up? Perhaps a hen or stag do? Awesome! For groups of 10 or more contact Amanda at info@rapidsjet.com to chat details like group rates and trip length. School Groups and Corporate Events are particular favourites here (see more below).

Simply looking to book an exclusive / private ride to have the whole boat to yourself? We can help with that too. Contact us today!

School Groups

Got a whole class of jet boat enthusiasts, or maybe you’re looking for the ultimate Waikato River field trip? Rapids Jet has you covered!

We can send out more than one boat at a time and offer brilliant group rates. We also operate year-round so no matter the school calendar, we can deliver a thrill for the whole group, for all ages.

NOTE FOR ORGANISERS: We can provide the necessary health and safety forms ahead of your trip!

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Corporate Events

Avoid stuffy conference rooms and fluorescent lights for your next corporate event and get the team out on the rapids! There’s no stronger way to bring the team together than with a true whitewater thrill, and Rapids Jet will facilitate that no matter how big or small your group is.

NEW: Meeting Space now AVAILABLE!

You can now continue your corporate event off the water at our brand new meeting space!

Our boardroom has the following amenities for you to use before or after your jet boat ride:

  • a balcony for indoor/outdoor flow and scenic views of the Rotokawa/Aratiatia area
  • a BBQ available in the summer
  • a large Smart TV for presentations (HDMI and wireless connectivity)
  • guest WiFi
  • easy-to-access carpark
  • a modern kitchenette right beside it to store and serve the food and beverages you bring along
  • bathrooms in the same building

The best choice is to reach out to Amanda at info@rapidsjet.com to talk about your specific corporate, school or other event needs, like attendees, preferred dates and other requirements. Or hit the button below to start the conversation with our contact form.

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  • Rapids Jet in Taupō gets a perfect 10 out of 10 from me! The combination of stunning scenery and great banter from the team made it an unforgettable experience.

    Rona Latisha - NZ, 2024

  • Jacob was amazing! A very talented driver and had a great sense of humour! It was an overall thrilling ride with some splashes to keep hydrated. Jacob was informative and provided many facts along the River; in addition to 360 spins. Lastly, the photos provided at the end were super high quality! Happy to support this business 😊

    Camila Bulkowski - United States

  • Had the best time with Shannon at the controls of the jet boat experience! Great fun great organisation and brilliant experience! Great value for money. Very safe and exhilarating at the same time. The Waikato River is stunning! A fantastic time from start to finish! Thanks, Rapids Jet! Had a ball!

    Pat & Alan - NZ, 2024

  • awesome experience, Jacob our jet boat driver was amazing and knew his stuff. I would recommend it 100% to anyone visiting Taupo😄

    Catherine Marshall - NZ, 2024

Will we be seeing you out on the awa these school holidays? Get the whānau out of the house and beat boredom with an unforgettable Rapids Jet ride 💙💦 35 minutes of thrills on the stunning Waikato River – come join us with our great-value family special. #RapidsJet #Taupo #northisland #LoveTaupo #NZadventures #Schoolholidays
Spins, skids and plenty of splashes! We’re like a Ferrari on the water – who’s ready for a wild ride? 💦🚤 #Taupo #RapidsJet #NZadventures #LoveTaupo #northisland
Hold on tight for a big adventure! 💦 Tag a friend who you’d love to conquer the rapids with 👇 #RapidsJet #LoveTaupo #northisland #NZadventures #Taupo
Happy Father's Day to the ones who make every day a thrill, and who are always up for adventure ❤️🚤 #LoveTaupo #RapidsJet #Fathersday24
Smiles all round from our general manager James. who’s always up for an adventure! Driving jet boats is in his DNA - James has been speeding down rivers and spinning yarns since 1997 💪 #LoveTaupo #northisland #RapidsJet #Taupo #NZadventures
Hands up if you’re ready for another spin 🖐️ A warning: the rapids can get pretty addictive! 💦 #LoveTaupo #NZtravel #Taupo #RapidsJet #northisland #NZactivities #AratiatiaRapids
A picture-perfect sunny day 🙌 Spring is the perfect time of the year to come soak up the scenery of the Waikato River 🌞 #RapidsJet #NZwinter #LoveTaupo #Taupo #NZtravel
Can’t decide on a Father’s Day gift for September 1st? Ditch the usual socks and chocolate and give Dad a thrilling experience at Rapids Jet! Whether it’s a voucher for your next trip to Taupō or a surprise ride on the day, make this Father’s Day one filled with adrenaline and laughs 🙌 #Adrenaline #RapidsJet #NZwinter #LoveTaupo #fathersday24
Get the best of both worlds with two of Taupō’s top experiences in one package 🚤💦 Start your day with a leisurely hour-and-a-half trip to view the legendary waterfalls with @hukafallsrivercruise, then shift things up a gear with a 35-minute Rapids Jet ride 👉 Link in bio for our combo. #RapidsJet #NZwinter #Adrenaline #rivercruise #LoveTaupo
Tight squeezes, no problem! Our expert drivers will navigate you through the Waikato River's twists and turns 😎 #RapidsJet #Taupo #Adrenaline #NZtravel #AratiatiaRapids #NZwinter #NZactivities
From calm to chaos in seconds 😱 Witness the raw power of the Aratiatia Dam as it unleashes thousands of litres of water from its gates, turning the peaceful gully below into raging rapids. Our jetboat departures are timed for half an hour after the dam releases, ensuring you get the best views of the flow 💪 📽: Petra Leary
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