Dart River Adventures

Dart River Adventures Unique combinations of breathtaking 'World Heritage' scenery, wilderness jet-boating, Maori heritage and personal involvement and discovery.
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Join us, the only operator on the Dart River, for a diverse adventure from Queenstown to the frontier township of Glenorchy at the head of mighty Lake Wakatipu and into the pristine Dart River Valley and spectacular Mt Aspiring National Park. Here you’ll explore little known areas inaccessible by other means and discover a unique and dramatic environment rich in both natural and cultural heritage

and legend. If there is one Queenstown experience that delivers the diversity and essence of what is 'New Zealand' - it is without doubt a trip with Dart River Adventures. Explore this awe-inspiring 'UNESCO World Heritage' area with the full or half day option that suits you best and experience 'New Zealand's Most Sensational Journey.'

This is your sign to get on the river this winter❄️Book your jet boat experience now and feel Queenstown at full speed.
22/06/2026

This is your sign to get on the river this winter❄️

Book your jet boat experience now and feel Queenstown at full speed.

21/06/2026

We don’t ask for much… just a glacier-fed river, a Funyak, and a day that looks like this.

Glacier water. Wild canyons. Pure South Island adventure.Jet boating in New Zealand hits different.📍 Queenstown, NZ📷
19/06/2026

Glacier water. Wild canyons. Pure South Island adventure.

Jet boating in New Zealand hits different.

📍 Queenstown, NZ
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"We had such a blast on the jetboat and funyak trip! Zita was a phenomenal guide. Knowledgeable, helpful, patient, and i...
17/06/2026

"We had such a blast on the jetboat and funyak trip! Zita was a phenomenal guide. Knowledgeable, helpful, patient, and interesting to talk to! She kept the group together, was easy to follow, and made it an interesting trip.

The paddle through the chasm was stunning! We had a great chat with Wolfgang also, who filled us in on Lord of the Rings filming locations we could see from the River. He was awesome and full of great info!

Dart River adventures outfitted us perfectly for a day that was cold and then warm in afternoon. Included lunch was delicious and all the staff very nice.

We had an awesome day and highly recommend! What a beautiful way to see an incredible park!"

15/06/2026

Snow days in New Zealand never looked so good! ❄️

Fresh snow, bluebird skies, and views that don’t even look real. If you aren't in Queenstown visiting us this season, you’re missing out.

Save this for your winter travel inspo 📌

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13/06/2026

Before you book a jet boat trip in New Zealand… read this 👇🏼

Dart River isn’t just another jet boat ride.

It’s the only experience with exclusive access to the largest stretch of river in the region - giving you the longest journey through untouched backcountry.

More time in nature. More stories. More immersion.

"Our efforts today are not for ourselves alone, but our children and their children to come.”Conservation is deeply impo...
11/06/2026

"Our efforts today are not for ourselves alone, but our children and their children to come.”

Conservation is deeply important to our whānau 🌿 Follow the link to see how we give back and protect our home.

Learn more about the Glenorchy Conservation Area and the conversation efforts of Ngāi Tahu through the Dart Routeburn Trust & Paradise Forest Reserve Restoration.

10/06/2026

Check out adventure through the Dart River with us!

"Jet Boat up the Dart River in Glenorchy- just a 45 min drive from Queenstown. No car? No problem! has a tour option where they pick you up from downtown Queenstown. So thrilling! What an awesome adventure!"

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Had a blast jet boating and paddling on the funyaks through the Dart River. Also realised we went right through Isengard...
09/06/2026

Had a blast jet boating and paddling on the funyaks through the Dart River. Also realised we went right through Isengard on the jetboat! When you're on the river it looks a lot different than from a higher perspective on the nearby hills.

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Looking good from all angles… especially from above. Did you know? Glenorchy’s braided rivers are live systems - their c...
06/06/2026

Looking good from all angles… especially from above.

Did you know? Glenorchy’s braided rivers are live systems - their channels are always moving, reshaping the landscape in real time meaning every trip on the Dart is unique.

Address

45 Mull Street
Glenorchy
9372

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 4:30pm
Sunday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+6434429992

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