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Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo
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Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo

By Hukafalls Jet
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Huka Falls can be seen from above, but it’s most exciting to get up close on the water. This jetboat ride on the Waikato River speeds past rugged cliffs to the base of the thundering waterfall. Entertaining live commentary accompanies 360-degree spins for a thrilling ride, with pickup available in Taupo.
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$81.86
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$81.86
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Ages 5-99, max of 14 per group
Duration: 30m
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Highlights
  • Huka Falls jetboat ride on the Waikato River
  • Speed up to New Zealand’s most spectacular falls
  • Learn about the scenery with live commentary on board
  • Pickup and drop-off from selected Taupo hotels
  • 30-minute jet boat ride on the Waikato River
  • New Zealand's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Departure details
  • 200 Karetoto Road, Wairakei, Taupō 3384, New Zealand If you are self-driving then make sure to check in at Hukafalls Jet no later than 10mins prior to scheduled departure time
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point
  • Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3064TAO_HUKA
  • Warm clothing including jackets, hats and gloves is recommended in cooler winter months.
  • Life jackets are provided and must be worn
  • The boat has heated handrails and spray jackets are provided in cooler months.
  • Cameras are welcome but carried at passengers own risk. Video cameras are not permitted for safety reasons.
  • All children must be at least 3 feet (1 meter) tall to participate
  • COVID-19 procedures: All travellers will need to sign in upon arrival for contact tracing, Social distancing will be enforced, You will be given facemasks, gloves and a buff to be disposed of in provided bins at the end of the trip, You will be required to use hand sanitser at check-in, at the beach unit and upon your return. Any high-touch areas will be cleaned and disinfected daily.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
What you can expect during your visit
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Face masks provided for travelers
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How much is Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo?
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo price starts from $83.78. Discover and book Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo on Tripadvisor
What is the Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo cancellation policy?
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo on Tripadvisor
Which company provides Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo?
Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo is hosted by Hukafalls Jet. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Hukafalls Jet on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo on Tripadvisor
How much time do I need for Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo?
On average, this experience will take approximately 30m. Discover and book Hukafalls Jet Boat Ride from Taupo on Tripadvisor
If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3064TAO_HUKA
About the operator

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By: Hukafalls Jet
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saipai
saipai
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Excellent Adventure...
The jet ride, the adrenaline spike, the twists and turn were fantastic. Our jet captain Phil was excellent and and …
jaxcats1
jaxcats1
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Awesome - but wet!!
So much fun!!! I really enjoyed this trip but beware you will get very wet!! also the boat does spin round quite a …
ambersadventure1
ambersadventure1
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Need to try
Great trip, brought a bunch of friends over and went for my birthday. Guide (Arthur) was super friendly, informativ…
Xanerin
Xanerin
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Wet and Wild Ride!
We decided to go on the Jet to view Huka Falls from below, and boy what an absolutely fun trip. We span 360 turns,…
chumbles224
chumbles224
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Great fun!
We jumped on the Hukafalls jet not quite sure what to expect and were absolutely thrilled! It was great fun and the…
melnthree
melnthree
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100% don’t miss this!
This trip was our first time to Taupo, what a great place for families to visit, so much to do! We saved this to la…
Rubini1
Rubini1
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Adventure ride
Awesome ride! Throughly enjoyed! Would recommend to anyone seeking an adventurous experience in Taupo.
surelybassey
surelybassey
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Fast fun and not too scary
This safe way to experience huka falls took 24 minutes. It was fun. You don’t get too wet - just light spray in you…
Wallsfamily
Wallsfamily
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Just Awesome!
Amazing ride! Very professional and helpful staff! We had a party of 10 including a 3 year old and we all had such …
reeshort
reeshort
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Worth it!
Went on Saturday with 3 friends - such an experience, accessible for everyone and well worth it. Chopper was great …
Tarlah
Tarlah
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Amazing! Best view of Huka falls
Highly recommend it! Absolutely amazing! Breathtaking view of Huka falls, up close and personal would do it again
P7182TTscottr
P7182TTscottr
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Good fun
Pretty fun. Kids claimed to not be enjoying it although the grins on there face said otherwise. Good seeing the huk…
TedH1030
TedH1030
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Great fun
Splash coats and life jackets supplied. Friendly staff. Saw Huka Falls close up plus a good hoon up the Waikato riv…
hamisht04
hamisht04
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Great trip
Had a great time on the boat, Alex was great, loads of spins and the falls were awesome. Dress warm as it can be co…
AlanD1595
AlanD1595
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Taupo week
We thought this was great. Be prepared to get wet. Heated handrails were good for winter. Huka falls was soooooo bi…
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rbthodge
Whitby, Canada1,622 contributions
EXCITING ACTIVITY FOR ALL AGES
Mar 2023
This was an exciting thrill ride on the river to the falls. The boat flies across the water barely missing the river banks, rocks and other obstacles doing wild 360 degree spins. You make several passes right where the falls plunge into the river. Great explanations from the driver of the sites where you stop for a few minutes on the trip. Other than the spins, the boat is very stable - you won't get seasick or tossed from the boat, but you will get a little wet (not soaking wet - more your head and seat). Combine this activity with a morning cruise to the Maori rock carvings for a great savings and a fun day (see Maori rock carving & Jet Boat combo).
Written March 22, 2023
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WorldTravla7
Cairns, Australia5,963 contributions
Need for Speed
I loved every second of this 30 minute jet boat ride up and down the beautiful blue Waikato River. Arthur was a top pilot & guide (I sat up the front with him and held on tight!) and we got up to some decent speeds on the water (it sure got my adrenaline pumping). We did at least 10 x 360 spins which were epic & got everyone screaming (the perfect fun to fear ratio!). There was some commentary on the way covering landmarks along the river (you go up to Aratiatia dam) & the ride culminated in a trip to the base of Huka Falls where we got right up into all the foam & whitewash. We saw some native tui birds in the trees as well. It was a chilly day in Taupo and my face was freezing by the end but I wouldn’t change a thing (all part of the NZ experience). Thanks to the team for a great edge of your seat jet boat ride!

P.s. charging for the photos was milking it - for the price paid ($139) 1 or 2 photos could have been made available on the Facebook page for the riders.
Written October 6, 2022
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Sue B
Sheffield, UK274 contributions
Great fun!
Nov 2022 • Couples
We really enjoyed our jet boat trip. Arthur was a brilliant pilot, spinning the boat 360⁰ lots of times and giving us all an exhilarating ride. He was also very professional & we felt safe in his hands. His informative commentary was excellent! The trip is expensive but worth it. I agree with other comments that digital photos could be included at this price. Highly recommended 👍
Written November 11, 2022
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Karen
Dunedin, New Zealand2 contributions
Bloody brilliant!!!
Brilliant! We have done lots of jet boats rides as we love it! This one was right up there 🙂 Scott was an amazing driver and kept us exhilarated with the spins etc. It was spectacular being able to get up close to the Falls and hear some history. Yes we had to keep masks on but who cares, we still bought the photos as you can't get photos like those yourself 📷 The shop is amazing and prices so good, wouldn't find those kind of prices in Queenstown!!! We were pleased we supported this local business, well done guys for having friendly staff...nothing was a problem👍
Written March 20, 2022
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Amy H
12 contributions
Exhillerating experience
Jan 2022
Was absolutely brilliant. Lovely and incredibly skilled person driving the boat and loved that they gave a heads up before the spins. Such a cool, exhilarating experience. Loved seeing Huka Falls from that perspective.
It is very expensive, and I get that it's a tourist attraction but as there are no international tourists I feel like the prices should be lowered. We paid nearly $100 dollars for 30 mins. We also had to wear masks on the boat, which although I get why, it was frustrating trying to keep them on even with the mask-sleave thing they give you to keep it in place. And the photos were ruined because of them - and it was like $70 to get those photos. No one was buying them in our group.
Written February 1, 2022
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Sheta H
1 contribution
Phil is brill.
Mar 2023
From the first interaction with Phil at the desk, we were beyond impressed with his quick wit, and dry humor ... and were more than happy to book.

Phil was also our jet boat operator. The level of skill he has was exhilarating as he maneuvered the jet side ways, into spins, and delivering knowledge of the area.

Phil is certainly an asset to the team, and we'd most certainly recommend the ride.
Written March 19, 2023
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frequentflyerNZ
Auckland, New Zealand44 contributions
Excellent experience
We LOVED this ride, it is high speed, lots of spins and thrills navigating obstacles in the river. It was wonderful to see the stretch of river between the Aratiatia dam and Huka falls, the falls themselves were a real highlight, it was great to get so close. People of all ages were in our boat and everyone looked like they were having a blast. Our driver was skilled and humourous and really added value to the trip.

We’ve done a few jet boat trips in different locations and this is one of our favourites. It isn’t cheap, but we felt we got value for money and would do it again. Having done this and the Rapids jet boat in Taupo on a previous visit - this one is far superior.b
Written April 22, 2021
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Shelley
Hi frequentflyerNZ. Thanks for taking a bit of time to review us - appreciated. We have a pretty good office to work in, and love sharing it too!
Written May 18, 2021
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katwitch2015
Auckland Central, New Zealand31 contributions
Total Professionals Great Fun
Made a last minute decision to do the jet boat ride with 3 adults a 3 kids under 13. All operators, from payment, the photographer and person giving coats and life jackets were friendly, efficient and professional. Our driver Steve was great, good sense of humour and we got some local information about the area. Would definitely recommend to others, it was worth every cent. We brought the USB photo pack which enabled us to share photos and a video.
Written July 21, 2020
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Sqddo
New Zealand72 contributions
Yes. Do this.
Awesome experience - you are having too much fun to be scared!
We were a group with kids ( 8 years +) and adults and everyone loved it.
It was great to get right up to the falls, the spins were so much fun and the scenery spectacular, plus our boat driver (pictured but can’t remember her name sorry) was a great tour guide too.
You can take your phone and take photos but put it in run belt or something similar as you need two hands to be holding on!
Ps Those on the outside get the wettest but it’s part of the fun.
Written January 12, 2022
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Stephen M
Falkirk District, UK194 contributions
Adrenalin, adrenalin and adrenalin
Feb 2023
For two over 70's this was an out and out adrenalin rush. What the hell you only live once. A brilliant experience. Highly recommended even for younger adrenalin junkies. Our driver was most entertaining as well as being an absolute mental case.
Written February 27, 2023
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