We operate multiple daily Jet Boat Cycle transfers on the Roxburgh Gorge Trail. Our Jet Boat tour will take you through some of Central Otago’s most spectacular and historic scenery. You can start from either Doctors Point or Shingle Creek. (Allow 40 minutes)
Roxburgh Gorge Trail Transfers depart daily in both directions from either Doctors Point or Shingle Creek. Please use our online booking form or call us on +64 220 683 302.
Bookings essential. (times may vary slightly according to bookings)
| Doctors Point to Shingle Creek | Shingle Creek to Doctors Point |
| *10:30am* | available on demand |
| 11:30am | available on demand |
| 12:30pm | available on demand |
| 1:30pm | available on demand |
| 2:30pm | available on demand |
*10.30am* / minimum combined total of 4 paxs required for this trip.
**We can arrange a bus shuttle transfer back from Roxburgh to Clyde or Alexandra for those wishing to do a one day return trip. Please enquire. (Pricing around $50.00pp depending on independent operator)
Between Doctors Point (10km from Alexandra) and Shingle Creek (20km from Roxburgh or 11km from the Roxburgh dam) there is a 13 km stretch of river where the trail has not been completed. This is where you join our Roxburgh Gorge Jet Boat Trail Experience. Our Roxburgh Gorge Jet Boat trip is a journey delving into Otago’s Gold Rush past. You will experience historical “hidden away” gold mining sites that are unmatched anywhere else in Central Otago. This Jet Boat trip is often referred to as the “Highlight of the Roxburgh Gorge Trail”.
Laurence (your Jet Boat driver & guide) has a deep passion for the Otago Gold Fields history and will bring the era back to life on this unique jet boat journey back in time.
The tour is based on our acclaimed “Clutha River Heritage Tour” which first made this historic section of river available to our clients in 2002.
Clutha River Cruises offer a unique opportunity to explore these isolated reaches of the Mighty Clutha (Mata-Au) River and view some of New Zealand’s best examples of European and Chinese gold mining. Full historical commentary is provided along the route. The perspective of the Roxburgh Gorge from the water is even more spectacular than from the trail!
Welcome aboard!
The Roxburgh Gorge Cycle Trail is 34km from Alexandra to the Roxburgh Dam and takes approximately 4 hours to complete. The trail is divided into 2 bike sections (10km & 11km) with a 13km middle stretch which must be taken by boat.
The trail is graded 2-3. It is a smooth ride which is mainly Grade 2, with some steeper hill climbs (Grade 3). This makes it suitable for everyone, including children, to enjoy. Please be aware that there are some steep drop-offs at the side of the track so care must be taken.
Most bikers start at the Alexandra Bridge on the banks of the Clutha (Mata-Au) River. However the trail can be completed in either direction so a start at Clyde (Millenium track) or Roxburgh Dam is also possible.
The trail has been built in 2 biking/walking sections so far. There is an incomplete middle stretch through the narrow and dramatic Roxburgh Gorge which will be a difficult and technical build. In the meantime this stretch of trail is taken by Jet boat which takes bikers (and their bikes) on a thrilling ride through the Roxburgh Gorge with views of gold miners huts and ruins along the way.
2023 Boat Transfer prices are Adult: $140, Child: (under 15 yrs) $70, Child: (under 5) Free. eBike Surcharge: $15. Max Jet Boat Capacity: 15 passengers and 15 bikes
CLUTHA RIVER CRUISES
P: +64 220 683 302
E: info@clutharivercruises.co.nz
51 Sunderland Street
Clyde, Central Otago
New Zealand
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