Katoa Jet is a jet boat tour on Lake Rotorua, leaving from the lakefront at 1 Lakefront Drive in Rotorua. Its high-powered boats reach up to 85 km/h and do famous Hamilton jet 360-degree spins. The tour takes in landmarks around the lake and tells the history of the area, its people and Mokoia Island. A trip runs through the Ohau Channel to Lake Rotoiti, where the tour stops at Manupirua Hot Springs, which the website says can only be reached by water. The site lists a slide into the lake.
Customers say the guides are knowledgeable and funny, and the ride is fun for families and groups, including kids who were nervous at first. Some passengers got wet, and one visitor who went with a group said the trip is a must-do for families. The company is open five days a week from 9am to 4pm, and bookings are made by live availability on the website. Due to fuel constraints, tours may be combined or rescheduled at short notice. Our pick in Rotorua for a fast ride with a hot pool stop.