Wilkin River Jets - Wilkin River Jets
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based on 8 reviews
Contact Wilkin River Jets
| Address : | Makarora 9382, New Zealand |
| Phone : | 📞 +8 |
| Postal code : | 9382 |
| Website : | http://www.wilkinriverjets.co.nz/ |
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Yuval Seror on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Yesterday we took the jet boat in the gillispie pass track. We had a misunderstanding about the price for stand by trampers. The lady in thr reception behaived unrespectfuly for us and at her first sentence threatend by calling to the police without helpinb us understand our mistake. We left out with very bad feelings. Generaly we felt that the experience was much overpriced for the 10 minutes drive we had that coast us 115 dollars. The only positive thing in my opinion was the driver who came to pick us and gave us a bit of explenations. The whole experience in the end ruind all ours good fillings after the track.
We will not book any other activity with this company.
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Nick and Pooja on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Unprofessional conduct
Two days ago, my wife and I completed the Gillespie circuit and were attempting to return to town via the Makarora river. A DOC ranger had advised that it would be safe to cross the Makarora river given the weather conditions. While crossing, we encountered a jetboat operated by Wilkin River Jets. We were shocked and disappointed in our interaction with Wilkin River Jets as they appeared to be more interested in making a few quick dollars than about our safety. This became clear when the final remark that the jet boat operator left us with was: “see you at the bottom”. It is less than unfortunate that a professional organisation would openly wish such ill fortune upon anybody. I hope that going ahead, Wilkin River Jets think first about people’s safety and second about their profit line.
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Fiona Rowley on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A friend and I caught the jet boat to Kerin Forks junction on the Wilkin River 1/4/19. Such an amazing way to start your walk into Siberia rather than slogging along a river trail! Alec our driver was great and even pointed out to us features along the river to show how high the water can get. Great views from the boat of mountain tops and lush forest. Super friendly, genuinely helpful and great all round service. Highly recommend using Wilkin River Jets to start your hike :)
SIDE NOTE!
Like every good traveler, i read the information available on the DoC site about the walking trails. I also read the Wilkin River Jets website. The Wilkin River Jet website clearly states that the Doc office in Makarora is unmanned and you will need to bring all your information on the weather, huts and track. they also note that they are not a DoC office and cannot help with where to cross rivers, hut bookings and track conditions. I find it hard to believe that the 1 star comments below are genuine and are likely a result of poor planning (there is so much information online and DoC staff in Wanaka are very helpful- no excuses for not being prepared). If you are not prepared to seek this information yourself maybe consider a guided trip.
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Kevin Schmieder on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We were using River Jets to cross the Makarora River and access the Siberia Valley. On the day of our departure, the river was flooded from hard overnight rain. Although they were not running jet boats, they booked us on a helicopter for the same price, for drop off at Kerin Forks. Totally awesome and our first time in a heli. We loved the experience and appreciated the folks at Wilkin River Jets doing what they could to help us with our travels.
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Rebecca Mackenzie on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I worked for these guys and have nothing but praise for this amazing company, they gave me most of my best memories in NZ. I did the Siberia Wilderness Extended trip and it far exceeded all expectations, it was the perfect way to experience some beautiful raw and untouched scenery with a dose of adrenaline thrown in. All of the staff are really genuine and funny people and add to the authentic kiwi experience. Some of the other touristy activities I did such as Milford and the glow worms were really very impressive but I personally don't like the crowds of other tourists, Makarora is a hidden gem without being too busy with others. When in the Siberia valley you will feel like the only person there which makes it so peaceful. The jetboat is equally as thrilling as the helicopters, the pilots and boat drivers are all extremely skilled. The only bad thing you may have to endure is the pilot's jokes!
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Esther van Rooijen - Sprokholt on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A fantastic scenic flight, wonderful day out on the track and fun jet boat ride back to the office! Thanks Wilkin River Jets for this Siberia Wilderness Adventure!
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Bryan Tay on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We used the jetboat for our transfers to and from the Gillespie Pass Circuit (Into Young Valley and out from Kerin Forks). Wilkin River Jets was great in communicating regarding booking spaces on the boats, and our transfers were punctual and stress-free. Definitely worth it not having to do a river crossing, and it was nice to take a spin along some very picturesque rivers. They do a great job with access to the mountains.
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Thomas Haemmerle on Google
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ We did their Siberian Wilderness Adventure (extended) and had the BEST day ever - wish we could give them 10 stars! A helicopter flight across mountain glaciers and an alpine landing, a great walk out of Siberia valley through wonderful nature, and then a jet boat ride down the crystal blue Wilkin river - it doesn't get better than that! Best value for (helicopter flying) money in NZ for sure!
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