Fiordland, South Island
Fiordland Jet - Wilderness Adventures
STOP on your way from Milford Sound.
JOURNEY deep into remote wilderness and the heart of Fiordland National Park.
EXPLORE 'Lord of the Rings' country – on a fun and informative trip along the Waiau River to stunning Lake Manapouri, including a guided bush walk!
Be wowed by the beautiful scenery of Fiordland National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Fiordland Jet is a truly unique jet boating experience the whole family will love!
Jet boat down the Waiau River – the river Anduin on ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Lake Manapouri. Enjoy plenty of 360’ spins and high-speeds while also making stops along the way to soak up the amazing surrounds.
Optional Add-on – after you have experienced the incredible tranquility and beauty of Lake Manapouri why not savour the experience a little longer and bike the 10.5km easy riverside trail back to Te Anau. Mountain or e-bikes and all gear will be waiting for you at Lake Manapouri.
Jet 'n Fly – arrive at Lake Manapouri and jump aboard our sea plane for the return journey to Te Anau!
Trip Descriptions:
Fiordland Jet Pure Wilderness Jet boating adventure
Experience two hours' worth of fun and a lifetime’s worth of scenic memories of the Fiordland area. Be captivated by the stunning scenery and steady flow of the river as your friendly driver points out the key landmarks along the way. Allow 2 hours (75 mins Jetboat) Adult $179, Child $95, Family $499 (2 adults + 2 children).
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River Bike Ride and Jet Boat
Experience our signature Pure Wilderness Tour – rated Te Anau's #1 outdoor activity – then enjoy a bit of exercise and heaps of fresh air on a 10.5km easy bike ride along the river back to town centre. Your bikes and gear is organised for you and e-bikes are available. You can even order a picnic lunch to enjoy during your return ride!
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Jet 'N Fly
Experience our signature Pure Wilderness Tour – then – floating among the remote waters of Lake Manapouri and surrounded by towering mountains – step straight from the jet boat to the seaplane’s float. A ‘water transfer’ such as this is truly unique and to do so with a backdrop as magnificent as Fiordland National Park is sure to impress. Take-off and enjoy even more awe-inspiring views of Fiordland National Park and the wider region of Te Wahipounamu South-West New Zealand World Heritage Area.
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More fun on the lake with Fiordland Jet: Pedal Boat Hire
Discover lovely Lake Te Anau on your own pedal boat – cruise along the lake shore and enjoy some family fun! Offering two or four-person pedal swans and two person trikes.
Price for 20 minutes on the lake:
two-person trike $25, two-four person pedal swan $30
FREE PEDAL BOAT HIRE ... with every Pure Wilderness Jet Boat booking ... have fun on the water with Fiordland Jet!
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(or get it FREE with your Wilderness Jet booking!)
Off the Water: Te Anau Bike Rentals
Rent from 2 hours to a full day. All our bikes are well looked-after, regularly serviced, and comfy. Helmets, map and briefing are included with all rentals. Convenient, free parking is located behind the Fiordland Jet office.
Choose from Kids Bikes, E-bikes and Standard Bikes.
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