Hanmer Springs Jetboat & Quad Bike Combo

Adrenaline junkies and thrill-seekers, buckle up for the ride of a lifetime at Hanmer Springs. This exhilarating 3-hour adventure blends the sheer power of jetboating along the Waiau River Gorge with the rugged excitement of quad biking through backcountry terrain. Get ready to experience heart-pounding Hamilton jet spins, traverse river crossings, and conquer steep inclines – all while immersed in the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand’s South Island. With safety as the top priority and a maximum group size of 10, this is an expedition like no other. Are you prepared to take on the ultimate challenge?

This experience made our list of the 6 Best Quad Bike And ATV Tours In Hanmer Springs.

Key Points

• A 3-hour adventure in New Zealand’s South Island featuring jetboating and quad biking through diverse landscapes, with a maximum group size of 10.
• Thrilling jetboat ride covering 30 kilometers of the Waiau River Gorge, including Hamilton jet spins for an exhilarating experience.
• Guided quad bike tour exploring backcountry areas, including river crossings, mud, and dust for an exciting off-road adventure.
• Safety is prioritized with the provision of essential gear, ensuring a secure and immersive experience.
• Minimum age of 16 years required, with weight and height restrictions for quad bike operation, tailored for age-appropriate thrill-seekers.

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Activity Overview

This thrilling Hanmer Springs Jetboat & Quad Bike Combo takes adventurers on an exhilarating 3-hour journey through the stunning landscapes of New Zealand’s South Island.

With a maximum group size of 10 participants, you’ll enjoy personalized attention from the live tour guide as you embark on an adrenaline-fueled experience.

Jetboat over 30 kilometers of the Waiau River Gorge, experiencing Hamilton jet spins, narrow gorges, braided shallows, and white water rapids.

Then, hop on a quad bike and explore the backcountry, traversing farmland, sheep trails, rivers, sand, and bush.

Get set for adventure, as you’ll encounter river crossings, mud, dust, and dirt.

Safety is the top priority, ensuring you have an unforgettable and thrilling expedition.

Experience Highlights

Over 30 thrilling kilometers of jetboating await adventurers as they navigate the stunning Waiau River Gorge, experiencing heart-pounding Hamilton jet spins, navigating narrow gorges, and conquering white water rapids.

The excitement doesn’t stop there – the guided quad bike tour through the New Zealand backcountry promises an adrenaline-fueled journey across farmland, sheep trails, rivers, sand, and bush.

Riders will get their fill of adventure, tackling river crossings, mud, and dust, all while soaking in the breathtaking scenery.

This combo experience is designed with safety in mind, ensuring participants can fully enjoy the exhilarating activities without worrying about a thing.

Jetboating Adventure

Hurtling through the Waiau River Gorge, adrenaline-seekers will experience the rush of jetboating, navigating narrow passages and tackling white-water rapids with unbridled excitement.

Drivers pull off death-defying Hamilton jet spins, leaving riders gripping their seats as they tear through the braided shallows. The powerful craft deftly maneuvers through the dramatic landscape, plunging into churning waters and splashing to safety.

Guests will feel the wind in their hair and the spray on their faces, immersed in the pure thrill of the journey.

This jetboat adventure offers a true taste of New Zealand’s wild and untamed backcountry, where the only limit is your sense of adventure.

Quad Biking Excursion

Quad bikes roar to life as thrill-seekers carve through rugged backcountry, exploring a wild and untamed New Zealand landscape.

Traversing farmland, sheep trails, and riverbeds, the off-road adventure immerses participants in a pulse-pounding experience filled with mud, dust, and dirt.

The guided tour provides an opportunity to:

• Conquer heart-pumping river crossings

• Drift through sandy stretches and navigate bush-covered trails

• Feel the adrenaline rush as the quad bikes tackle steep inclines and sharp turns

With a focus on safety, the quad biking excursion promises an unforgettable adventure, allowing riders to enjoy the untamed beauty of the New Zealand wilderness.

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Included Gear

Riders suit up in the essential gear provided – life jackets, spray-proof jackets, overalls, gumboots, and helmets – ready to tackle the adrenaline-fueled combination of jetboating and quad biking through Hanmer Springs’ rugged backcountry.

This top-notch safety equipment ensures they can fearlessly navigate the powerful rapids, daring river crossings, and muddy terrain.

With the gear taken care of, adventurers can focus on the pure thrill of the experience – feeling the spray on their faces during the jetboat ride and kicking up clouds of dust as they power across farmland and river beds on the quad bikes.

It’s an exhilarating fusion of heart-pounding action and breathtaking natural scenery.

Age and Size Restrictions

While the heart-pounding jetboat and quad bike combo promises an adrenaline-fueled adventure, there are some important age and size restrictions to keep in mind.

Participants must be at least 16 years old to join the experience, as the high-octane activities and necessary safety gear aren’t suited for younger thrill-seekers.

To ensure a safe and comfortable ride, guests must also:

• Fit snugly into the safety equipment, including life jackets, overalls, and helmets

• Meet the weight and height requirements to operate the powerful quad bikes

• Be prepared to get wet and dirty during the river crossings and off-road explorations

This age and size-appropriate adventure guarantees an exhilarating escape into the wild backcountry of New Zealand.

Weather and Operations

The Hanmer Springs jetboat adventure is weather-dependent, as these powerful boats can’t operate during river floods that compromise safety.

Guests should come prepared with warm coats, sunglasses, hats, and gloves, especially in the colder months, as the open-air experience can get quite chilly when zipping through the Waiau River Gorge.

When the conditions are right, however, the jetboat experience is an adrenaline-pumping thrill.

The Hamilton jet spin maneuvers, narrow gorges, braided shallows, and white water rapids all culminate in an exhilarating ride that showcases the raw power and natural beauty of the region.

As long as the weather cooperates, guests can look forward to an unforgettable adventure.

Customer Reviews

Across the board, adventurers can’t help but rave about the Hanmer Springs Jetboat & Quad Bike Combo, with an outstanding 5/5 rating based on 7 reviews.

Thrill-seekers highlight the experience as a must-do, emphasizing the expertise of the guides, the incredible value, and the perfect balance of adrenaline-fueled excitement and customer care.

Adventurers note the jetboating as a true white-knuckle ride, with tight turns, rushing rapids, and breathtaking scenery that’ll leave you grinning from ear to ear.

The quad biking excursion is praised as an off-road romp through the wild New Zealand backcountry, tackling mud, rivers, and rugged terrain for an unforgettable rush.

Guests consistently commend the seamless transportation, top-notch safety gear, and overall exceptional customer service that elevates this combo to the next level.

Recap

The Hanmer Springs Jetboat & Quad Bike Combo is the ultimate adrenaline-pumping adventure.

Carve through the Waiau River Gorge on a thrilling jetboat ride, then conquer the rugged backcountry on a guided quad biking expedition.

With breathtaking scenery and heart-racing thrills, this 3-hour expedition is a must-do for any thrill-seeker exploring New Zealand’s stunning South Island.

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