Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch
Overview
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
- Lunch Food included at Opuke after pools session
- 2 hour Tranquility Package pool entry at Opuke Hot Pools and Spa plus 1 drink
- 45 minute jet boat ride at Rakaia Gorge
- Comfortable minibus
- Alcoholic beverages Additional food and beverages at Opuke can be purchased direct
- Day spa treatments at Opuke. Treatments can be booked subject to availability
- Water and any medication you may need for personal use
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Food included at Opuke after pools session.
- 2 hour Tranquility Package pool entry at Opuke Hot Pools and Spa plus 1 drink.
- 45 minute jet boat ride at Rakaia Gorge.
- Comfortable minibus.
- Alcoholic beverages. Additional food and beverages at Opuke can be purchased direct.
- Day spa treatments at Opuke. Treatments can be booked subject to availability.
- Water and any medication you may need for personal use.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Jet Boat and Hot Pools Day Tour from Christchurch will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchFood included at Opuke after pools session
- 2 hour Tranquility Package pool entry at Opuke Hot Pools and Spa plus 1 drink
- 45 minute jet boat ride at Rakaia Gorge
- Comfortable minibus
- Alcoholic beveragesAdditional food and beverages at Opuke can be purchased direct
- Day spa treatments at Opuke. Treatments can be booked subject to availability
- Water and any medication you may need for personal use
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
