Discovery Jet

Discovery Jet Discovery Jet offers adrenalin filled thrill rides for the adventure seeker as well as scenic cruise

Explore and enjoy the pristine waters of the Rakaia River with a scenic and adrenaline-pumping jet boat adventure. Experience fly fishing or spin casting for trout and salmon while boating the river or treat yourself to a helicopter jet boat combo. All this and more, just one hour from Christchurch City, or 20 minutes from the Mt Hutt Ski area and Methven in Canterbury, New Zealand

Some magic conditions this week but the old nor west flow has set in and unfortunately we won’t be operating today or to...
30/05/2026

Some magic conditions this week but the old nor west flow has set in and unfortunately we won’t be operating today or tomorrow with high winds and flooding on the way.

Back on the water yesterday and the forecast is looking perfect for the next week so get in touch if your in the area an...
13/05/2026

Back on the water yesterday and the forecast is looking perfect for the next week so get in touch if your in the area and wanting an experience you will remember.

Unfortunately 500mm of rain fell in the headwaters over the last few days and we aren’t operating today. Happy Mother’s ...
09/05/2026

Unfortunately 500mm of rain fell in the headwaters over the last few days and we aren’t operating today. Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums out there and we look forward to getting back to these scenes soon.

Another day of bluebird weather and cracking views ahead today.
02/05/2026

Another day of bluebird weather and cracking views ahead today.

Some blue bird days of late cold mornings but stunning views at the
01/05/2026

Some blue bird days of late cold mornings but stunning views at the

We will be back on the river tomorrow but have limited spaces available. If you are keen to get your fix before holidays...
15/04/2026

We will be back on the river tomorrow but have limited spaces available. If you are keen to get your fix before holidays are over your best way to book will be to call us in the morning on 021 308 540.

We’ve had more school camps and local businesses through over the past week all enjoying some time away from there every...
04/04/2026

We’ve had more school camps and local businesses through over the past week all enjoying some time away from there everyday normal. Tourists from all around the globe are also stopping by to check out the and see what all the hype is about.

A long overdue fresh through the river yesterday has given us a new office. We will be back on the water tomorrow and lo...
28/03/2026

A long overdue fresh through the river yesterday has given us a new office. We will be back on the water tomorrow and look forward to hosting on there camp week. Always good getting back to these views.

Great to have some more school groups through this past week. With the school holidays fast approaching book ahead as we...
21/03/2026

Great to have some more school groups through this past week. With the school holidays fast approaching book ahead as we have limited spaces available.

What a run of weather we have had and the next week looks like more of the same. Great timing for school camps who use u...
18/03/2026

What a run of weather we have had and the next week looks like more of the same. Great timing for school camps who use us as a taxi to the top of the

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Rakaia Gorge
Methven
7776

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