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  • Justin
    Seattle, WA2 contributions
    Fast and fun
    The ride was 25 minutes. The driver, had good experience in driving the Jet Boat. Ride was fast and fun! Highly recommendable!
    Review of: Shotover Jet
    Written 3 December 2023
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  • Jane T
    3 contributions
    Spins and thrills! Don’t miss this!!!
    Trilling adventure! 2-Parts!!

    1/Time Tripper- digital simulated time travel through millions of years, creative story of Maori legend and the Wakatipu Lake (friendly and welcoming service of Sofia and Sam, thanks!)

    2/KJet - Huge Jet powered boat that shoots you across the famous Wakatipu Lake and Shot Over River with twists, turns, and spins. View fantastic landscapes and architecture while enjoying fast paced thrills! Thanks Craig, the experienced, safe, and knowledgeable jet boat driver.

    Don’t miss this!!!
    Review of: KJet
    Written 12 February 2023
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  • KRS393
    Salt Lake City, UT9 contributions
    Fun memorable time
    They were super amazing friendly staff. They made sure everyone had a good time and did the best they could in a drought situation. Well done and an awesome time! With photos to prove it!
    Review of: Challenge Rafting
    Written 21 February 2023
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  • Rexi
    1 contribution
    Highly recommend!
    Instructor is knowledgeable and well organized, Jetski's are good quality and fast. You get to take your own ski out with a wide area to test the speed. Great fun. Definitely be back.
    Review of: Water Sport World Day Tours
    Written 31 January 2023
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