Essential Queenstown

Leading Queenstown activity operators Shotover Jet and Nomad Safaris, have combined to offer visitors an exciting Jet Boat and 4×4 adventure. World famous as the ultimate jet boat experience, Shotover Jet has thrilled over 2.5 million people since 1970, and now it’s your turn! Take a unique breathtaking ride through dramatic and narrow canyons, and hold on tight for Queenstown’s only exhilarating full 360 ̊ spins. ‘Can you handle the canyons?’ with award winning Shotover Jet, The World’s Most Exciting Jet Boat Ride, and the only company permitted to operate in the spectacular River Canyons. Experience a personalized adventure tour into the New Zealand backcountry with Nomad Safaris in their specialized 4×4 vehicles. One of New Zealand’s most established and awarded tour operators with over 25 year’s experience. With Nomad Safaris, you will explore the abandoned gold mining area of the Arrow River and some locations used in ‘Lord of The Rings”. Travel the rugged road and experience true off-roading as you explore the pioneer trails guided by the ‘professional adventurers’. Climb on board a Nomad Safaris 4WD for a custom offroad tour into the New Zealand backcountry. With Nomad Safaris you will explore the abandoned gold mining area of the Arrow River and filming locations used in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Travel the rugged road and experience true four-wheel-driving as you explore the pioneer trails guided by the professional adventurers. Morning/Afternoon Tea and Gold Panning is included.