ABOUT US

Motu River Jet is a Bay of Plenty owned and operated Tourist Adventure Jet Boat  and Nature Tour Company, servicing 2 of the regions largest rivers, Rangitaiki River located in central Bay of Plenty located  near Galatea. and the Motu River located in Eastern Bay of Plenty on Pacific Highway 35 between  Opotiki and Omaio. 

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Our tours focus on the scenic and pristine beauty of the regions, both tours have been described as “unsurpassed”, traveling through some of the last significant area's of untracked New Zealand native bush in the North Island. The banks are covered with unique & rare flora in a picturesque setting where ancient Maori history abounds the rivers. 

YES ITS FUN & EXCITING
 

The Motu Jet Boat Tours differ from the vast number of jet boat joyrides available throughout New Zealand, accomodating for all ages and level of thrill seeking personalities, we Taylor make the experience to you.

YES ITS MEMORABLE
 

This trip also gives people access into some rare native wilderness, unaltered by man and is rarely viewed. The commentary concentrates on the ecology and history of the rivers, with the added value of the adventure and excitement of wilderness jet boating. 

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OPENING TIMES

Business Hours:
Daily Departures: (by booking only)

Summer: 10am, 12 noon, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm - On demand rest of the year.

Departs From:

Motu Jet Boat Tour: Motu Bridge, State Highway 35

Rangitaiki Jet Boat Tour: Matahina Dam on Rangitaiki River.

Months of Operation:
All months of the year by booking

FACILITIES AND FEATURES:

Professional Licensed Skipper and Tour Operator.

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Proximity to Opotiki:
Motu: 30min drive

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Proximity to Whakatane Airport:
Motu: 1 hrs drive

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Proximity to Opotiki Bus Stop:

Motu: 30min drive

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Parking:
Off Road Parking

Weather Considerations:
Tour is weather dependent on the day 

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Proximity to Opotiki:
Rangitaiki: 30min drive

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Proximity to Whakatane Airport:
Rangitaiki: 30mins drive

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Proximity to Whakatane:

Rangitaiki: 30min drive

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Parking:
Off Road Parking

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Weather Considerations:
Tour is weather dependent on the day

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Amenities:

• All safety equipment

• Warm Jackets

• Professional Service

Activity Duration:
Allow up to 2hrs

Conditions:

Adult 16 or older:           $125

11 years - 15 yrs:            $75 

10 years and under:      $65

Optional: Historic Motu River Walks Available - Please inquire.

Optional: Water Rafting Available - Please inquire.

Optional: Kyaking Available - Please inquire.

Optional: Hunting Trips Available - Please inquire.

Bookings essential - book online at www.moturiverjet.com

Cancellation Policy:
If tour is cancelled due to weather no cancellation fee.

If you do not contact us to cancel 24hrs prior and/or do not show for the booked session a 20% cancellation fee will be collected at the time of booking. (Exceptions may apply)