Discovery Jet

Name: Discovery Jet
Address: Rakaia Gorge, Methven, 7776, NZ
Telephone: +6421538386
Price range: $$
Rating: 5

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

17/06/2024

Busy weekend on the river with plenty of Australians coming for there winter holiday.

14/06/2024

Coolers days have arrived and with that the opening of Mt Hutt. Fingers crossed for some snow this week as school holidays approach.

08/06/2024

Ripper end to the working week with more clear calm conditions on the rakaia.

01/06/2024

Some settled weather to end the working week. Gale westerlies and rain means we are closed today we will be operating again tomorrow Sunday if river levels allow.

29/05/2024

Another stunning day on the rakaia on Tuesday and more settled warmer weather on the way.

29/05/2024

We are getting some great settled weather for Autumn. Starting to get busier coming into winter and Mt Hutt only a few weeks away from opening.

15/05/2024

Some settled weather now and plenty of space to fit you in if you haven’t discovered the yet. Get in before the skiers arrive and we get busy again.

08/05/2024

Another picture perfect day up the with Timaru South School on there annual school camp today.

05/05/2024

Some days are just good for the soul. Blue skies, blue water and not a breath of wind. Today was one of those days.

04/05/2024

Early start for this crew this morning paid off. Stunning views before the easterly cloud rolled in and filled the valley.

30/04/2024

Stunning start to the week. Rain day today and some much needed moisture for the highcountry.

29/04/2024

Busy end to the school holidays over the weekend. Still plenty going on through May looking forward to a busy winter when Mt Hutt opens.

22/04/2024

Busy weekend with full boats. The river is a stunning blue at the moment making for some great photos.

22/04/2024

Busy first week of the school holidays. Great to see lots of people out enjoying the country side.

16/04/2024

River levels are slowly getting back to normal and a busy couple of weeks ahead with school holidays. Make sure to book if you’re heading our way as spaces are limited through the holidays.

15/04/2024

After months of no floods and some very low river levels we finally got a westerly to rearrange the office. Back on the water now and a settled few days of weather on the way.

30/03/2024

Colder conditions with a dusting of snow on Mt Hutt for your Easter break. Lots of people out enjoying the long weekend great to see.

24/03/2024

Clear skies to finish off the weekend yesterday. If you’re heading our way for the long weekend and thinking about doing a trip book now so you don’t miss out.

22/03/2024

Good end to the week river levels are low making the water super clear. We have been spotting plenty of trout with guests a nice change but some rain in the mountains would be a welcome sight.

21/03/2024

Another busy week and another school camp with Barton Rural School

17/03/2024

Cracker of a Saturday with some fresh snow on Mt Hutt and cool clear conditions Rakaia Gorge

15/03/2024

Another great week before some welcome rain arrived today. Weather looks set to be good again from tomorrow for the weekend.

14/03/2024

No filters needed here come and experience one of NZ’s most scenic spots with us.

13/03/2024

Great to have Geraldine High School NZ back for there annual camp week. There is plenty to do for school camps in our area and lodges equipped to accomodate large numbers so if your child’s school is looking for somewhere new to go get in touch and I will put you in touch with all the right people.

10/03/2024

Another nice weekend at the for a few tours and a spot of fishing.

06/03/2024

Picture perfect today at the for St Joseph’s School camp and Gabites Limited for a team bonding day.

04/03/2024

A top up in the headwaters yesterday so we aren’t operating today but will be back on the water tomorrow. Forecast looking perfect for the next week with clear calm weather on the way.

01/03/2024

Another good couple of days with some pristine river conditions and weather to match

27/02/2024

Captured from one of the lookouts on the . We offer walkway drop offs so you only have to walk half the distance but get all the views of the walk and the excitement of a jet boat ride as-well.

24/02/2024

Unfortunately the norwest has beaten us today and the river is a bit high for operations. We expect to be back on the water tomorrow look forward to more scenes like we had over the last week.

Address

Rakaia Gorge
Methven
7776

Telephone

+6421538386

Website

http://www.discoveryjet.co.nz/

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No filters needed here come and experience one of NZ’s most scenic spots with us.

Captured from one of the lookouts on the #rakaiagorgewalkway. We offer walkway drop offs so you only have to walk half the distance but get all the views of the walk and the excitement of a jet boat ride as-well.

If you haven’t experienced the #rakaiagorge yet you definitely should pure NZ at its finest.

Stunning day up the #rakaiagorge today Mt Hutt making the perfect backdrop for our photo stop.

One of the amazing pools we have for bbq drop offs this summer. Grab some mates bring the barby and chilly bin and spend a day river side swimming, fishing and catching up how good.