Waiatoto River Jet Boat and Forest Walk Adventure - 3 Hours

Intensity level moderate
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Highlights & inclusions

Speed along the Waiatoto River on a jet boat
Haast UNESCO World Heritage area
Stroll through ancient beech forest
Visit a kiwi sanctuary
Stop by the West Coast Whitebait Fishery
Ride rain or shine with a removable roof
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What you can expect

An exhilarating three-hour adventure on the West Coast awaits you, featuring a two-hour and 15-minute Waiatoto River jet boat ride with stops along the way. Kick off this journey into the Haast backcountry by jumping into a jet boat safari, travelling past beautiful scenery as you head up the river into the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage area. Learn as you go about the natural history of the surrounding land and hear captivating stories of the challenging wilderness. Stop by for a visit to a kiwi sanctuary where you'll get to witness these incredible creatures and find out more about the current conservation efforts that work to protect the iconic species.

Stretch your legs on a walk into the ancient beech forest that runs along the river. Then, you'll speed downriver towards the Tasman Sea and the Whitebait Fishery grounds, where you'll keep an eye out for the native birdlife. Families and people of all ages can enjoy this journey to explore the Southern Alps with a removable roof that allows you to experience the majestic landscape and scenery even on a rainy day.

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What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Two hour and 15 minute jet boat ride on the Waiatoto River
  • Ancient beech forest walk
  • Kiwi sanctuary visit
  • Whitebait Fishery grounds visit
Exclusions
  • Hotel pick-up
Time
  • Please check in 15 minutes prior to departure.
Duration
  • Please allow three hours for this experience.
Departure Location
  • This experience departs from Waiatoto River Safari Office, Hannahs Clearing 1975 Haast-Jackson Bay Road, Haast 7844.
What To Bring
  • Warm clothing
  • Sensible shoes
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera
Terms And Conditions
  • Infants aged zero to three are free
  • Rates apply for children aged four to 14 years old
  • Contact the experience provider directly to arrange a private charter tour for groups of six or more people
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 24 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 24 hours of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no-shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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