See the sights of Christchurch when your ship is docked in Akaroa port, then enjoy one of the adrenaline-charged adventures New Zealand is famous for on a wild jet-boating ride on the Waimak River. Combining the grand urban architecture of Christchurch and the exhilarating experience of jet-boating, you’ll see both sides of New Zealand on this city and river shore excursion.
Highlights
- Banks Peninsula, Christchurch tour and jet-boating on the Waimak River from Akaroa port
- Travel from Akaroa through picturesque countryside to Christchurch
- Visit the Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- See the city sights of Christchurch with it's grand architecture
- Enjoy the thrill of jet-boating on Waimak River
- Covered by Viator’s worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boat on Waimak River
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Beautiful!Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boat on Waimak RiverPhoto by: Charissa H02 2013 -
Beautiful!Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Jet Boat on Waimak RiverPhoto by: Charissa H02 2013 -
Almost there!Jetboat on the Waimak RiverPhoto by: Charissa H02 2013 -
About to get on the jetboatJetboat on the Waimak RiverPhoto by: Charissa H02 2013 -
On the jetboat!Jetboat on the Waimak RiverPhoto by: Charissa H02 2013 -
Useful Information
Jet-boating Waimak River
When your cruise ship docks in Akaroa, take a shore excursion to discover the nearby city of Christchurch. After traveling past the scenic bays and coves of the Banks Peninsula, your guided Christchurch tour takes in all the central city highlights including the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Museum and Art Centre, Avon River and the Bridge of Remembrance.
Then enjoy one of New Zealand’s most exhilarating and scenically spectacular jet-boat rides! Your jet-boat adventure takes you through the Waimak River one of New Zealand's largest braided rivers. You will blast through shallow shingle bottom river streams and experience the thrills of high speed turns and 360 degree spins. Life jackets and splash proof gear will be provided.
Your scenic journey back to Christchurch takes you from the foothills of the Southern Alps through the rural pastoral scenery of the Canterbury Plains.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Akaroa port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Then enjoy one of New Zealand’s most exhilarating and scenically spectacular jet-boat rides! Your jet-boat adventure takes you through the Waimak River one of New Zealand's largest braided rivers. You will blast through shallow shingle bottom river streams and experience the thrills of high speed turns and 360 degree spins. Life jackets and splash proof gear will be provided.
Your scenic journey back to Christchurch takes you from the foothills of the Southern Alps through the rural pastoral scenery of the Canterbury Plains.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Akaroa port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Recent Reviews of this Tour
Reviewed by Penelope F, April 2013
Small group was good. Interesting commentary. Brilliant boat ride, pro driver as well as very personable and helpful.
Reviewed by Fayelene W, April 2013
This was sensational. Thoroughly enjoyed would go again.
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