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River
Tours offers an exciting range of Fishing and Jet Boat Tours on
the pristine waters of the Rakaia Gorge. We are located just one
hours drive from Christchurch International Airport, and ten minutes
from the Mighty Southen Alps.
Jet
Boat Tours - Sport and recreation opportunities made possible
by the famous HamiltonJet ™. Originally designed and built
in New Zealand, the Hamilton waterjet turbine functions similarly
to turbines of the aero industry, taking in and pumping out large
volumes of water at high speed to produce thrust. This offers variety
and excitement and is truly an adventure/nature tour. Experience
the thrill, power and manoeuverability of jet boating. A 32 kilometer,
35 minute tour is NZ$68 per person. Group concessions are available.
Tours can be custom-designed to suit preferences.
Canterbury
Fly Fishing: Fly fishing for Rainbow and Brown Trout is available
year round throughout much of Canterbury, which each new season
starting October 1st. However the favoured high country season runs
from the first weekend in November till the end of April.
Small lake and
streams that eventually join the larger river systems are snow fed
from the high mountains which run the length of the South Island.
These lakes and streams are known to captivate the hearts of anglers
from the world over. Access to the wide variety of fishing options
may by jet boat, helicopter, 4WD or on foot. 4WD guided fly fishing
tours, including equipment and lunch $NZ650 (one person), $NZ750
(two people). Maximum 2 people per guide unless specifically requested.
Fishing licences can be supplied but are extra. A minimum lead time
of 24 hours in advance is required for planning fly fishing safaris.
Exclusive
Heli-Fishing and Heli-Jet Tours - Experience the exhilarating
lift, speed and scenery that only a high performance helicopter
can provide. Access exclusive fishing, witness alpine grandeur,
check out the helicopter / jet boat combination for real adventure
tours. Heli-Fishing and Heli-Jet tours in the high country of the
Southern Alps offer graphic demonstrations of some of the most spectacular
scenery in the world. Heli-Fishing tours start from $1775 per person/per
day. 1 , 2 or 3 people.
Heli-Jet tours start from $285 per person/per day. Minimum 4 pax.
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