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Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch

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⏱ 9 hours
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USD per person ($399 NZD)
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⏱ Duration: 9 hours
✓ Shared tour
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About This Tour

Join Pete for a fully guided day out, travelling through beautiful Canterbury countryside to the magnificent Rakaia Gorge. Here, prepare for an exhilarating 45-minute Discovery Jet boat adventure, racing along the braided river beneath towering limestone cliffs and through spectacular river canyons. With thrilling spins and breathtaking scenery, it’s an experience you won’t forget!

Next, it’s time to slow down and unwind at Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa in Methven. Enjoy a blissful two-hour soak in the adults-exclusive Tranquility Pools, where the warm water provide the perfect way to relax and recharge.

Your experience also includes a delicious lunch at Ōpuke, followed by a complimentary drink at the iconic Blue Pub in Methven before we make our comfortable journey back to Christchurch.

With return transport, personal hosting and every detail taken care of by Pete, this is the ideal Canterbury escape for those seeking a little adventure, a little indulgence and a whole lot of fun!

What's Included

✓ Included

  • 2 hour Tranquility Package pool entry at Opuke Hot Pools and Spa plus 1 drink
  • 45 minute jet boat ride at Rakaia Gorge

✗ Not Included

  • Day spa treatments at Opuke. Treatments can be booked subject to availability
  • Water and any medication you may need for personal use

Itinerary

1
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Enjoy the thrills of a 45 minute jet boat ride up the Rakaia River. Take in the incredible limestone cliffs, stunning mountainous scenery and throw in a few big spins along the way. Perfect way to pump up the adrenaline in you
2
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Chill out and relax at the state of the art hot pools and spa complex in the beautiful Mid Canterbury town of Methven.
Enjoy a 2 hour soak in the tranquility pools.
One drink is included at Opuke, additional drinks and all food can be purchased direct

Good to Know

  • 🚌 Public transportation options are available nearby
  • • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 💪 Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • • We can take accessible guests who can safely get in and out of a jet boat
  • • We can't take children under the age of 5, sorry
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