Jet boat - Dart River Wilderness Jet Queenstown

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Does the dart river jet boat safari operate in the rain?

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If it's raining lightly then the Dart River Wilderness Jet in Glenorchy will operate but if it gets too heavy then it becomes too uncomfortable for the passengers and too hard for the driver to navigate safely and the trip wont go ahead. If this happens then you will be given the opportunity to reschedule to another day or offered a full refund.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Callum) on 16th Sep 22 at 16:18

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please could you confirm that the Dart River Safari Tour is appropriate for our 4 year old. she is 110m tall.

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Hi Alison. Yes your 4 year old can go on the Dart River Safari tour with you as she is over the 100cm minimum height requirement. There is no charge for her as she is under 5 years old.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Callum) on 16th Apr 14 at 12:43

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Hi, wondering if this particular tour gives the 4wd drive with some sightseeing and stories about lord of the rings. When I read the review on your first page, it says it's included, then when i click on the link and gave the description, it says nothing about lord of the rings and we are not interested in the adventure canoe. So just curious...thanks

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Thanks for your enquiry about the Dart River Wilderness Jet in Glenorchy, around 45 minutes from Queenstown. This trip will have some elements of Lord of the Ring commentary given it's location, however, is not a tour that is entirely about Lord of the Rings. We do have many more specific tours in the 'Lord of the Rings' section of our experiences

Comment by: Matt - ETG on 22nd Oct 22 at 16:31

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if we upgrade to the Funyaks option, what is the cost. and how much longer does it take?

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Heya, The full day Funyaks is $339 for an adult and $239 for a child currently. It is about 8-9 hours long (approx 8am-4pm). The funyaks sells out really quickly so i would recommend booking as soon as possible for that one.

Comment by: Alicia - Everything Queenstown on 11th Nov 17 at 13:36

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Hi did a dart river jet boat ride about 18 years ago then kayaked back up the river and through caves in a inflatable kayak/ canoe do you still do the same trip

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It's called the Funyaks. You take the Dart River jet boat upstream and then paddle back downstream in the Funyaks, inflatable kayaks. Great fun!! You can get free return transfers from Queenstown or you can drive yourself to Glenorchy which is 55 minutes from Queenstown.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Callum) on 21st Jul 15 at 15:31

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Hi me and partner are 70+. the walk on the dart jet trip, how hard is it.

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Hi Tony, the walk on the Dart River Safari is a 30 minute walk through native forest. There are plenty of photos stops and the walk is more of a meander so it isn't strenuous and very gentle but you will need supportive footwear for the rolling track. If you are comfortable being on your feet for 30 minutes walking then you will be absolutely fine.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Belinda) on 4th Jun 14 at 12:50

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What Lord of the Rings sites do you visit on the Dart Wilderness Safari?

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Hi Laura, the Dart River Wilderness Safari includes visiting scenes for Isenguard (this is the main area visited) and also Lothlorien. There are many individual scenes pointed out as well but these two are the main ones.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Belinda) on 9th Jan 13 at 10:49

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We would like to do the funyaks option with our daughter who is 9 1/2yrs. Can 3 of us ride the one kayak?

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Hi Shane, yes the 3 of you certainly would be able to go in the one Funyak. Three adults wouldn't fit but you'll be fine with two adults and your daughter.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Belinda) on 1st Dec 12 at 14:40

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Will you be operating on Christmas Day?

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Hi Jesse,

Yes Dart River Safaris are open for the morning trip only on Christmas Day. The trip departs at 7:40am.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Nigel) on 3rd Nov 12 at 12:21

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what are your age limits re kids? I have a two year old.

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Hi Dolina. There is no age limit for the Dart River Jet Boat Safari in Queenstown however there is a minimum height restriction of 100cms (3ft).

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Callum) on 23rd Jun 12 at 11:13

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Please can you let me know the cost for 2 adults and onechild/family package without the Queenstown pickup, as we are stayiing in Glenorchy. Thank you.

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Hi Sally. The cost for the Dart River Safari from Glenorchy is the same as if you were getting the transfers from Queenstown. $219 per adult and $119 per child.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Callum) on 14th Feb 12 at 18:50

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My husband and I will be in New Zealand in March. Your Dart river safari with funyaks has been recommended. My husband was injured in an accident and has no use of his left hand. I can paddle and guide a canoe. Would we have trouble navigating the funyak? Thank you.

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Hi Anita. I have spoken to the manager at Funyaks and this will not be a problem. As long as your husband is able to get in and out of the canoe (funyak) then you will be able to paddle and steer from the back and he can sit in the front and enjoy the ride. If necessary, one of the guides can join you both in the funyak to help make things a little easier for you.

Comment by: Everything Travel Group (Callum) on 16th Jan 12 at 14:48

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