This was a really wonderful day out. They were very helpful with communication prior to our trip. Wayne is a great host and very informative. I would recommend this experience
Great tour up the river and down to the mouth of the Tasman Sea. Flying through some of the rapids was exhilarating, and the views were absolutely gorgeous. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
Beautiful excursion on jet boat into pristine river valley on western side if South Island. Guide was knowledgeable and personable. History and ecological background of the area were explained. Short hike into the rain forest and also a walk on a beach where the Tasman sea was on one side and the river on the other. Homemade scones and coffee were served and a sample of whitebait (a tiny local fish considered a delicacy) was served. It’s so restorative to be out on the water and this was a great way to spend the morning in this remote area.
We came away from this jet boat safari with a lot of local knowledge about Westland ecology, geology, plants and weather patterns. Wayne and Ruth are extremely good at sharing their passions for this spectacular unique area of our beautiful country. Loved the apricot scones and the whitebait samples and the tour was just the right length. Don’t be afraid to go on the tour if it’s raining as this is how you really experience the West Coast in its wild beauty and the boat has a glass roof if needed and there are warm jackets available too. It’s worth the trip to Jackson Bay to experience the Waiatoto.