Hydro Attack
Submarine ToursAdrenaline & Extreme ToursBoat ToursSpeed Boats Tours
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
About
Looking for unique things to do in Queenstown then look no further - Hydro Attack is the world's first tour operator of the amazing Seabreacher X watercraft. Operating from our berth in central Queenstown we'll take you on an adrenaline packed tour of stunning Lake Wakatipu. Sit back in our state of the art cockpit and get ready to feel the G-Force as our expert drivers give you an experience you'll not forget. Looking through the F-16 fighter grade glass you will see the sky disappear as your drivers decends into a dive only to then breach the surface and launch the entire 18ft of the vessel in the air. We can roll on a 90' angle, do doughnuts (without getting a ticket) and so much more. Reach top speeds of 80 kph on water and 40 kph underwater, throw in a low center of gravity and this ride will definitely get your heart pumping. So there is only one question left.... How wild or mild do you want to go?
Queenstown, New Zealand

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2024

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GaryandLesleyTravel
Auckland Central, New Zealand7,825 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Couples
Wizzing around the lake, diving and shooting back out of the water to crash back to lake level were all part of the fun and lasted 15 minutes. Good communication from the driver where he checked regularly that things were good. Bookings encouraged as this is a popular excursion.
Written 27 July 2020
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Baldie123
North Yorkshire, UK70 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Solo
WOW! My wife and I did the hydro attack. These boats look like mini-submarines shapes like sharks. They are a squeeze to get in and out of and hold two, the driver up front and the passenger behind. The ride in these high speed boats is amazing and they accelerate so quickly, can lay on their sides and go under the water. The highlight is the jump when the vessel goes under water then quickly dives before turning upwards and leaping clear out of the Walter. The landing is not hard. The cockpit gives an enclosed feel but is opened up a couple of times for fresh air. Felt a bit queasy afterwards but was well worth it for an amazing experience.
Would recommend it to anyone who wants an adrenaline fix, my wife and I did it and we are both in our mid 70s.
Written 22 January 2020
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Hi, Check you out, a pair of adrenaline junkies rocking it into their 70's - that's awesome. We tell people the shark is for all ages but they don't always believe us. Great to hear you both had a fantastic time and thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review. Kind regards, The Hydro Attack Team
Written 10 February 2020
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avani s
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Solo
Kevin or Gavin ( forgot the name he was there in the 11 50 am one and Josh (I think that's his name.) He was the guy who drove the demon shark They both were extremely helpful😃😃😃 My driver was Josh I went in the demon shark he was especially helpful, I really think I wouldn't have been able to enjoy the ride without him. I really loved the ride and next time I come to Queenstown I will definitely do the Hydro attack ride again, Highly recommend this to everyone and if you get such a helpful driver as josh then the shark gods have blessed you, mate! Thank you so much hydro attack it is worth 100 times the cost you charged us!!!
Written 5 January 2024
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Hi, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave some feedback and five stars. I'll be sure to pass your glowing feedback on to Josh and Kevin. 😃 You are definitely the first customer to say they thought the trip was worth over 15 grand 😉 but we'll take that as an endorsement that you really enjoyed it.😂 We look forward to seeing you again. Cheers, The Hydro Attack Team
Written 24 January 2024
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GKG
Queenstown, New Zealand11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020 • Friends
I was not on a tour but our boat ran out of fuel and we needed a hand back to shore, Adam was the tour guide on Hydro Attack and he so very kindly stopped and towed us back to Kelvin Heights. He was so professional, even though he had a tour group on board. He really went above and beyond to make sure we and the Hydro Attack guests where safe! I will recommend this company just for how awesome Adam was! I could see a mile away he was very professional and engaging with his clients. 100% recommend these guys!!
Written 16 December 2020
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Hi Grace, The safety of everybody out on the lake is always a top priority for all lake users so glad to hear we could help you out. Thanks for the feedback. Cheers, The Hydro Attack Team
Written 10 February 2021
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Peter G
16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • Solo
A unique and exciting attraction. Not for those who are claustrophobic or get motion sick, but for everyone else it’s a blast! 20 minutes of high speed twisting and turning, interspersed with dives under the water that end with leaps and tails slides back down. Excellent staff, good briefs and very safety conscious. You fell pretty shaken and stirred at the end but good fun.
Written 22 October 2022
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Hi Peter, Thanks for taking the time to leave us some feedback. We strive for extreme fun for everyone in a safe environment so glad to hear we are delivering. Kind regards, The Hydro Attack Team
Written 26 October 2022
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Come_with_angel
Queenstown, New Zealand4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Solo
Been seeing this guys working almost every day.
And today I finally had the opportunity to try the hydro attack ... Oli was my “pilot”
He is amazing, friendly and his driving skills are amazing
I will be back again .. I recommend everyone to try this stunning and unique way to enjoy the lake sport experience
Thanks guys for be so good on your job !!!
Written 10 January 2020
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Hi, Awesome to hear you got the opportunity to try the shark and glad to hear it didn't disappoint. I'll let Oli know you gave him a shout out. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Kind regards, The Hydro Attack Team
Written 8 March 2020
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Tim
Waihaorunga, New Zealand1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
Some of the worst customer service I’ve encountered. After booking a trip on our final day at 12:30 as they’d booked up for previous days we were called at 11:45 to ask if we could arrive earlier as we would be ferried to another bay. On arrival, 30 minutes before our booked time, having walked as fast as possible in a moonboot, we’re told that we’ve missed it and nothing can be done. To top it off a lady member of the team is laughing at us saying ‘well you should have been here on time’. We were. We were there 30 minutes early. I completely understand weather causes changes but to have it blamed on us and to be laughed at you’d be hard pressed to find less understanding staff.
Written 5 August 2023
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Hi Tim,
 I was belatedly replying to reviews, now I’m back from my seven months maternity leave, and I saw that your review didn’t have a response, even though the owner was in touch with you back in August to find a solution. 

 As we said at the time, we completely understand your frustration. Our people are a big part of the experience and we want to always show our customers a good time at every step. 
 The lady who you dealt with worked for a different company, but it didn’t sound like our staff handled it well either and we take full responsibility for this. We talked to our staff about your feedback and reminded them how important clear communication and exceptional customer service is to Hydro Attack. 

 It sounds like the issue was resolved to your satisfaction and we hope your daughter can enjoy a ride in the future. 
 Kind regards,
 Esther Hydro Attack Marketing Manager
Written 28 January 2024
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Bazz n Tess
Peak Crossing64 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 • Couples
Oh wow! We had the best fun, my cheeks were sore from laughing. We would normally do a helicopter flight when on holidays, but decided on Hydro Attack instead - great decision. If you’re a bigger person, the ‘cabin’ might be a bit tight for you, it’s very compact. We had the best time.
Written 11 September 2022
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Hi, We often describe Hydro Attack as like a stunt plane on the water so not too far from your normal choice. We agree the cabin can be cozy. Anyone unsure if they'll fit is encouraged to talk to our team before booking. Awesome to hear you had a great time and thanks for leaving a review. Kind regards, The Hydro Attack Team
Written 26 October 2022
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EllenLovesHawaii
Honolulu Hawaii20 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Solo
This is my first time in one of these unusual water crafts, and it was lots of fun. They roll and do surface dives so you can see underwater (not much to see, but still fun to do). Then they shoot straight out of the water and land with a loud splat on the water. It feels like a wild carnival ride in a jet fighter cockpit. Don't go if you have a queasy stomach, or if you do, ask for gentle treatment.
Written 27 December 2023
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Hi Ellen, Thanks for taking the time to give us some feedback and five stars. We often compare being in a shark to a jet fighter cockpit too. It's awesome to hear you enjoyed your ride. Cheers, The Hydro Attack Team
Written 24 January 2024
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Brian V
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Couples
So much fun! We weren't sure if it would be worth the price tag, but it was amazing! The lake is so clear and then the feeling of being airborne over the water is awesome. The staff was great and gave us a great ride on the lake.
Written 30 December 2023
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Hi Brian, Thanks for taking a chance on us and glad to hear we delivered. We appreciate you taking the time to give us some feedback. Cheers, The Hydro Attack Team.
Written 24 January 2024
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