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Dart River Jet Safaris

Queenstown Information Centre | Corner Camp and Shotover Streets, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
+64-3-442-9992
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Ranked #16 of 138 activities in Queenstown
Type: Tours
Owner description: Dart River Jet Safaris experiences are unique combinations of breathtaking ‘World Heritage’ scenery, exhilarating wilderness Jet Boating, Maori... more » Owner description: Dart River Jet Safaris experiences are unique combinations of breathtaking ‘World Heritage’ scenery, exhilarating wilderness Jet Boating, Maori heritage and inspiring adventure – truly authentic discoveries of everything that makes New Zealand an exceptional destination. Join us, the only operator on the Dart River, on a diverse adventure travelling deep into the pristine Dart River Valley and spectacular Mt Aspiring National Park to explore this awe-inspiring 'World Heritage' area and experience ‘New Zealand’s Most Sensational Journey'. « less
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We went on the Dart River Funyak tour. There were 5 of us - 2 adults, 2 girls aged 11 and 9 and a 6 year old boy. Right from the pickup the weather was marginal and on the way to Dart River we were offered the option of transferring to another day. No mention of cancelling though. And we... More

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New York City, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

This tour is pricey; however, Louis of Happy Travels was convincing! Tomas should emphasize that the wet suit is inside out so that those who we not paying attention would not have worn it inverted and would not have had difficulty. We love Geoff's spins in the river. We thank Tomas for his driving us safely and thank Tomas and... More

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Kiwionwheels, Marketing Manager at Dart River Jet Safaris, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Dear Elsa Loved your review of your Funyak trip. I hope in the future your wet suit is always around the right way! Not the most comfortable way to go Funyakking. Your 'ups' for Christian and Tomas has been noted and they have been rewarded! Happy Travels, Nigel K More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

My husband and I were traveling in NZ with our 33 year old son. I was a little hesitant about signing up for the Funyak tour (which included a jet boat ride, lunch, and paddling ourselves on the Dart River in Funyaks), because I feared it would either be too much of an uncomfortable/ noisy/scary thrill ride for me or... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We had a perfect autumn afternoon to enjoy this incredible journey through an exquisite part of the world. Our jet boat ride was both exhilarating and informative, and the bush walk and 4WD trip no less enjoyable. We looked at all the other options for boat trips in the area, but this was easily the best choice we made -... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

The best day out! Starts with a jetboat ride and then you paddle down the river in the inflatable canoes. It's surprisingly easy because you're going with the flow most of the way. Lunch was superb. Be warned you do need insect repellent for the sandflies when you get your briefing on how to canoe and at the lunch stop.... More

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Temuka, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We recently completed the Dart River Safari and without any doubt it was the best 6 hours we spent outside. The jet boat ride was fantastic and I think our driver was Josh but could be Jessie! He was great and made the ride something special, we loved the 360,s and his commentary. The bus ride and walk into the... More

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Budapest, Hungary
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

A great package. The jet boat, the 4x4 tour, and the wilderness walk made a perfect day. This is a must when in Queenstown.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

what better time to visit than autumn? dart river trip was well organized. guides were extremely friendly, funny and informative. beech forest was a real treat. You bus up one way and lots of photo stops on the way heRing about all the stations and the movies made here. then a lovely beech forest walk easy which was amazing before... More

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Reading, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Loved this experience and spent the whole time laughing and loving the adrenalin rush. Such a fast ride and wonderful scenery. I couldn't believe the speed we were doing on such a little amount of water - thrilling time.!

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Booked an afternoon trip, and a full afternoon it was. From Queenstown an hour-long bus journey during which the Richard driver provided lots of interesting commentary and a couple of nice stops. The day can run one of two ways: boat, walk, 4x4 bus or 4x4 bus, walk, boat. We did the latter. The 4x4 bus took us up the... More

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