For an adrenalin-pumping experience you'll never forget, jump aboard our Discovery Jet and blast along the ever-changing Rakaia River. Discovery Jet is the only certified commercial operator through Maritime NZ on the Rakaia Gorge.
You'll need to hang on tight as our driver skilfully weaves the jet board through the intricate network of braided river channels, skimming along stony banks and through gushing opalescent blue waters rich with salmon and trout.
As you journey through the gorge, the wind ripping through your hair and water spraying with every carefully calculated twist and turn, soak in the dramatic scenery. Scrub covered hills give way to towering coal and limestone cliffs, in captivating hues of grey and brown, which have been carved out over millions of years. Spot the shags sitting atop the cliffs, poised to dive on their unsuspecting prey, and marvel at the grandeur of the snow-capped Southern Alps.
Scream with excitement as the driver spins the boats 360 degrees and the magnificent scenery blurs before your eyes.
Our driver knows the river like the back of his hand and will unveil to you all its treasures and provide you with access to spots others can only dream of. If you want time on you own, he can drop you off at one of the many remote islands or sandy beaches along the river where you can make your own fun or simply sit and savour the tranquillity and splendour of your surroundings.
JETBOAT COMBOS
For an adrenaline pumped couple of hours try one of our combos, on top of a thrilling jet boat ride choose one or more if you wish of other activities on offer around the Rakaia Gorge. Options include Scenic Helicopter Flights, Clay bird Shooting, Archery, Horse Riding and
Rafting as well as river side picnics if you just want to sit back and enjoy the scenic surroundings we have on offer here.
FISHING
We offer Fly Fishing and Salmon Fishing guided trips in some of the most pristine rivers, streams and still waters found in New Zealand. We're happy to customise your fishing adventure to suit your experience, from a keen beginner needing attentive tuition, to the advanced angler exploring the back country wilderness.
Here's some of our fishing packages: Half and Full day Salmon and Trout fishing on the Rakaia river via Jet Boat, Multi Day Salmon fishing trip utilising back country accommodation, Single or multi day fly fishing in high country streams and lakes using back country accommodation for the multi day trips. All trips can be fully catered and fishing licenses are available.
HUNTING
Real free range foot hunting is our passion! What we offer is a real experience. We offer the very best free range hunts on private but open exclusive ranches throughout the South Island.
We offer trips from the beginner to the serious trophy hunter let us know what you want and we will create an experience to suit your wants. Trips can range from single day to 4 day adventures staying at the hunting grounds and having a real kiwi hunting experience. Trophy animals are Red Stag, Himalayan Thar, Chamois, Wild Boar, Wild Goat, Wild Ram and Wallaby all other non trophy animals can also be obtained as well as game bird shooting.
DIRECTIONS FROM CHRISTCHURCH - SCENIC ROUTE VIA DARFIELD (APPROX 70 MINUTES) - From Christchurch take Highway 73 to the West Coast - Continue to Darfield and follow signs to Mt Hutt ski area - Turn left at Darfield towards Mt Hutt and join Highway 72 until you reach the Rakaia Bridge - you will see the Black Discovery Jet sandwich boards on the side of the road approximately 200m before the bridge, directing you to the river. ROUTE VIA HORORATA (APPROX 60 MINUTES) - From Christchurch take Highway 73 to the West Coast - After West Melton, turn left at Aylesbury Corner and follow sign to Hororata, continue approx 26 kms - At Hororata turn left at the roundabout - Follow signs to Mount Hutt ski area - At the Windwhistle intersection turn left on to State Highway 72 and drive approximately 5 minutes until you reach the Rakaia Bridge - you will see the Black Discovery Jet sandwich boards on the side of the road approximately 200m before the bridge, directing you to the river.
7 Days a week
Price:
from $40
Contact:
Blair Grice
Free Phone:
0800 538 262
(NZ Only)
Mobile:
+64 21 538 386
Fax:
+64 3 317 9372
Address:
Rakaia Gorge
Inland Scenic Route 72
Canterbury
New Zealand
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