Niagara Falls USA, Open-Top (Wet) Jet Boat Tour
4.8
478 Ratings
Lewiston
Experience the thrill of Niagara River's Class V rapids and stunning Whirlpool on an open-air jet boat tour. Get soaked and amazed!
Duration: 45 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 115 S Water St - Please note that we do not see Niagara Falls from our tour

It’s a promise: you will get soaked during this wet and wild trip to the famous white waters of the Niagara Whirlpool. Don’t forget to bring along a change of clothes for after the ride, as this tour is certain to make a splash! We have disposable ponchos available, but they aren’t guaranteed to keep you 100% dry.

The jet boat tours are fully guided and your river guide will provide an entertaining commentary throughout your ride. The trip lasts approximately 45 minutes (from departure from the dock to return back to the dock) and may just be the most exciting tour of Niagara you will find!

The Niagara Gorge Jet Boat Tour, which has been delighting visitors to Niagara for over 25 years, has been featured on CBS - Early Morning, The Amazing Race - Family Edition, the Discovery Channel, the Travel Channel and the Outdoor Life Network.

What's Included
  • 45 minute jet boat ride
  • Coast Guard certified captain
  • Live commentary on board
  • Poncho and approved life jacket
  • Pre-trip briefing and safety orientation
  • 6% fuel surcharge
What's Not Included
  • Souvenir photographs (available to purchase)
  • Waterproof footwear (available for purchase, or wear your own)
  • You do not see Niagara Falls on this tour
Additional Information

For an unforgettable adventure in Niagara, embark on an exhilarating ride down the Niagara River in an open-air jet boat. There’s no better—or wetter—way to take in the stunning scenery and incredible white water of the Niagara River. You’ll dive into what we call our white water playground, where the Class V Devil’s Hole Rapids will drench you completely. Following this heart-pounding experience, you’ll journey upriver to the trip’s farthest point to witness the renowned Niagara Whirlpool. The Whirlpool and Niagara Falls are divided by a stretch of Class VI rapids that are both unnavigable and illegal to cross. This tour starts and ends on the American side.

  • Arrive promptly 45 minutes prior to departure time to register, sign participation agreement and hear pre-trip safety orientation. The participation agreement thoroughly explains to anyone interested in the trip, all pertinent aspects of Jet Boating including personal health requirements. Refusal to sign the agreement will not merit a credit or refund
  • Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer. Guests must be able to sit on a bench seat and support themselves by holding on to a bar in-front of each seat without assistance.
  • Participants must meet the minimum height requirement of 44-inches tall (1.1-meter tall) - your average 6 year old.
  • Children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult on the tour.
  • Please note that we do not see Niagara Falls from our tour
  • Late or no-show participants will not receive a refund. Trips can be rescheduled until day of the departure at no added charge (subject to availability).
Location
115 S Water St
South Water Street
Take Lewiston/ARTPARK exit from 104N or Robert Moses Parkway N and veer right to Centre St. Continue down to waterfront. Parking is at the end of Centre St. Guests are asked to arrive 45 minutes prior to trip for check in and mandatory safety briefing. Refunds will not be given for late arrivals.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.8
(478 Ratings)
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F1057yljessicaf
Oct 7, 2023
Best boat ride I’ve ever been on in my 24 years of life - Outstanding Performance! Our tour guide Mike made this whole experience phenomenal! The Captain shook my hand, made my whole week!!
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Kelly_c
Sep 25, 2023
Excellent - you must go! - So glad I booked this! We would definitely go again if we get the chance. Mike was friendly and helpful. A bit difficult understanding him during the ride - not sure if it was the mic or the speakers but he sounded like a Chinese Australian, lol. I didn’t want to swallow too much water so we sat in the middle. Well worth it. Bring dry clothes and place in combination lockers provided! Changing room and bathrooms on site. We skipped the photo - sorry, not that good! Maybe if it were in front of the boat? Thanks all for a good time!
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Rjcteach
Sep 13, 2023
DO NOT... I repeat DO NOT deprive yourself of this experience. It is worth every penny... and then some! - Everyone........I want to emphasize EVERYONE on staff provided for an over-the-top welcoming and professional experience. The manager Jessica D - made arranging for a group of 30 absolutely seamless and Captain Paul took us on a life-altering ride------- one that I am certain, no one will EVER forget!
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D4418jshannaht
Sep 8, 2023
Great Time - I had a great time on this tour! I love boating and being on the water so this was awesome for me! It felt shorter but it was the 45 minutes as advertised so I guess time really does fly when you are having fun! Would definitely go again. Izzy was the tour guide and Adam was our Captian 10/10 would recommend them
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600krystalk
Sep 6, 2023
Amazing - Worth it. It’s amazing. Need to bring change of clothes. Cause when it says u will get soaked. It’s true u will. Definitely do it. Hope I can come another time.
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Amy_p
Sep 3, 2023
Awesome thrill! - Awesome experience! Highly recommended! And they don’t lie that in the front row you will swallow and inhale water!! Totally worth it!
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9tta
Aug 30, 2023
Get soaked! - We booked the wet jet boat tour and it was GREAT! Keep in mind you will get soaked even with the poncho. So, try to pick a HOT day : ) The have changing rooms and lockers on site to keep your stuff dry, while you're out on the boat.
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Escape56757007829
Aug 26, 2023
wet an wild ride - wet an crazy ride to the whirlpool bring a change of clothes' you will need them !!!!! and shoes every part of your body will be wet !!!!
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Robert_f
Aug 25, 2023
A ride you will never forget - Jet boat tour so much fun great experience checking in very easy would recommend booking with viator
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Kratos2057
Sep 27, 2023
I wanted that video and photos but I was not in any of them - My wife and I enjoyed this tour. It was a lot of fun and you do get very wet so it was wise to bring a change of clothes. They need larger locker units or they need to tell you to come wearing a swimsuit instead of regular clothes. I was going to buy the whole photo package and was disappointed that I barely showed in the video and photos. Please, you do need more cameras to record the people or tell me where to sit so that I will be in the field of view for the video camera. I wanted that video but all I could see was the Chinese group that we shared the group with. I wish that the trip was longer in duration. I wish that there was a thrill ride version where there are more bumps and jumps like when I white water rafted in Costa Rica. On the positive side there is a military discount and I appreciate that military discount. If you want the video and photos it matters were you sit so ask ahead of time about that. I thought it would not matter so I failed to ask beforehand, and they failed to tell me that they only had two cameras recording the experience. If you are there when the free trolley is running you can take it from Niagara Falls all the way to Lewiston; give yourself plenty of time and take into account being at the launch site an hour ahead of the departure time. Buy a cell phone plastic holder before doing this activity. The water temperature in September was fantastic. I just miss all the awesome pictures I could have had...
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