My Itchy Travel Feet | The Baby Boomer's Guide To Travel

Zoom down the Matukituki River in a jet boat

by on 2008/06/06

New Zealand is adventure heaven for thrill seeking baby boomers. Care to dangle upside down on a long rubber band? How about drifting high above Queenstown on air currents? Bungy jumping and paragliding are some of the adventures you can find in the air.

But, if you’re seeking water thrills, nothing beats a ride on a jet boat. Drivers maneuver flat bottomed boats down shallow rivers, skimming the water as they follow a zig-zag course. An abrupt 360 degree turn brings the ride to a halt.

On our visit to Wanaka, Alan and I chose a jet boat ride that provided more than water thrills. Bret, our Maori guide and driver from Wanaka River Journeys, introduced us to the history, culture and beauty of the Matukituki Valley in addition to the thrills of jet boating. We loved the combination.

What about you? Do you have a favorite New Zealand adventure? Tell me about it.

To read more about our stay in Wanaka, visit Donna’s trip blog.

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Jet Charter Travel June 6, 2010 at 1:24 am

i've never heard of this, looks like an exciting way of experiencing a beautiful destination. I will definitely mention this to my clients, thanks

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