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    Alpine Jet Thrills

    49 Reviews
    #1 of 5 things to do in Springfield
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    Closes in 22 min: 09:00 - 17:00
    Otarama Road | Launching Ramp under Highway No 1 Bridge, Waimakariri Regional Park, Springfield 7580, New Zealand
    Open today: 09:00 - 17:00
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    “the river”(15 reviews)
    “amazing scenery”(3 reviews)
    “degree spins”(3 reviews)
    About
    Welcome to Alpine Jet Thrills. We are the premier Canterbury and Christchurch jet boat operator. The Waimakariri River runs from the mountains to the sea and we have a departure point at either end of this diverse river. Choose from the Canyon...more
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    Hours Today: 09:00 - 17:00
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    Suggested duration: 1-2 hours
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    Otarama Road | Launching Ramp under Highway No 1 Bridge, Waimakariri Regional Park, Springfield 7580, New Zealand
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    Reviewed 15 March 2017
    Another approach to enjoying one of our fabulous large rivers!

    A great boat ride with the Waimak Alpine Jet team. Great commentary, awesome boat handling skills to give that pure pleasure and that look at the river really close up! iI recommend this trip.

    Date of experience: June 2016
    Thank CFieldLBarnett
    pvjst, Owner at Alpine Jet Thrills, responded to this reviewResponded 19 March 2017

    So glad you enjoy the river as much as we do. Thanks for the feedback. Paul

    Reviewed 10 February 2017
    Don't Miss Doing the Alpine Safari

    This whole day was perfect! The Hassle Free tour driver/guide "Hiker" was wonderful - going out of his way to find answers to my questions and to provide us (we were 2 of a group of 6) with informative and interesting data about the beautiful...More

    Date of experience: January 2017
    Thank Wingo M
    pvjst, Manager at Alpine Jet Thrills, responded to this reviewResponded 12 February 2017

    We are thrilled you enjoyed it so much. All the 4WD and Jet boat guides are great at their craft and want you to understand what it is like to live in New Zealand. Its a the old story of under sell and over deliver....More

    Reviewed 8 February 2017 via mobile
    Loved it

    Have an awesome morning out on the jet boat. Fantastic to see scenery only accessible by the river. Lots of fun. I would highly recommendMore

    Date of experience: February 2017
    Thank B2666FKjulieb
    pvjst, Owner at Alpine Jet Thrills, responded to this reviewResponded 12 February 2017

    Hi there, Thank you for your review. I think your right if there was a road running along the side of the river it would spoil it somehow. After 16 years of boating the gorge it is just as remote as it was 50 years...More

    Reviewed 28 January 2017
    Canyon Safari trip

    Learnt a lot about the river that I paddle often and enjoyed the thrills and 360 spins. Stunning scenery and knowledgeable staff.

    Date of experience: January 2017
    Thank AndPar
    pvjst, Owner at Alpine Jet Thrills, responded to this reviewResponded 30 January 2017

    Thank you it was great to have you and your friends and family for the ride.

    Reviewed 28 November 2016 via mobile
    Awesome!

    We have done quite a few shotover jets before but we would rate today's session as the best! Thank you Paul, our driver, who made our journey fun and exciting. The river was a little unpredictable and we were stuck on some pebbles at one...More

    Date of experience: November 2016
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    pvjst, Owner at Alpine Jet Thrills, responded to this reviewResponded 1 December 2016

    Hi there. Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your time in New Zealand. We look forward to seeing you again next time you visit NZ.

    Reviewed 30 October 2016 via mobile
    Beautifully thrilling

    Today I visited Alpine Jet and had the most amazing time. Paul, our guide, was so great. He took us for an amazing ride with lots of awesome spins :D I saw some of the most breathtaking scenery during a thrilling speedy ride. Those boats...More

    Date of experience: October 2016
    Thank Hanne S
    pvjst, Owner at Alpine Jet Thrills, responded to this reviewResponded 31 October 2016

    Hi Hanne it was our pleasure to take you, thank you!

    Reviewed 28 September 2016
    Amazing scenery!

    Such a fun way to experience the Waimakariri River and its canyons. An amazing experience – sunshine, clear water and the breath-taking scenery! It was my first time on a jet-boat and I felt safe at all times.

    Date of experience: September 2016
    Thank Julia B
    pvjst, Owner at Alpine Jet Thrills, responded to this reviewResponded 29 September 2016

    Thank you Julia we love it too!

    Reviewed 7 July 2016 via mobile
    Awesome ride through beautiful countryside.

    This trip was better than I expected and blew my mind. Fast paced trip with loads of 360 turns. The gorge itself was very beautiful and the Greg did a fantastic job of Driving and telling us about the area too. Couldn't have been better....More

    Date of experience: July 2016
    Thank Adam M
    Reviewed 26 May 2016
    Exhilarating

    Stunning scenery, great driver, fun fun fun! All this adds up to an exhilarating jet boat experience that is not to be missed. Then just when you thought it was all over, out came afternoon tea to top off a wonderful adventure.

    Date of experience: May 2016
    Thank DeanBBradley
    Reviewed 26 May 2016
    Thrilling experience in a beautiful part of NZ!

    Thanks Alpine Jet for a fantastic corporate group experience on Wednesday! The jet boat experience was mind blowing, the scenery breath taking & Greg the driver was very talented and funny. 5 stars!!! Everyone should do this activity!

    Date of experience: May 2016
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