The SIB River Jet Lux
Backcountry access redefined, unmatched access, comfort, and flexibility deep into New Zealand's remote wilderness rivers.
Purpose-Built
The Jet Lux Advantage
01
Technical Navigation
Purpose-built to navigate wild, shallow river systems where other craft cannot operate.
02
Heavy-Duty Capability
With an 850kg load capacity, the Jet Lux is engineered for multi-day missions, carrying all necessary gear, guides, and provisions with ease.
03
Stability
A smooth, stable ride through some of the South Island's most spectacular and rugged terrain.
04
A Deeper Connection
Travelling upriver instead of above it is a safer and more environmentally responsible way to reach pristine trout fisheries.
05
Guided Expertise
Every mission is helmed by Kiwi guides raised on these rivers and shaped by this landscape, high-level technical skill with genuine hospitality.
06
Safety Credentials
All boats are fully licensed and surveyed by Maritime New Zealand, holding all necessary DOC concessions and LINZ permits for commercial backcountry operation.
Fully Certified
Licensed for Water Others Can't Reach
Operating deep in the backcountry takes more than a capable boat. We hold the full set of licences, concessions and permits required to legally carry passengers into waterways that are otherwise closed to commercial access, so the places we fish stay wild, and the way we get there is beyond reproach.
Maritime New Zealand
Every boat is fully licensed and surveyed by Maritime New Zealand for commercial passenger operation, the same standard the country's biggest operators are held to.
Department of Conservation
Our DOC concessions permit guided operations on conservation land, the river valleys, backcountry huts and public wilderness that make these trips possible.
Land Information New Zealand
Rare LINZ permits allow us to travel waterways and riverbeds that are off-limits to other commercial operators, water most people will simply never reach.
Engineered for the Backcountry
Why We Fish by Jetboat
A helicopter drop-off locks you into a single beat for the day. If the water conditions change or the fish are not rising, your options are limited.
The key advantage: the SIB River Jet Lux stays with you throughout the journey. This mobility allows us to move between stretches, adapt to changing weather or water conditions, and explore miles of untouched water without being anchored to a single drop-off point.
Our jet boat service offers fast, reliable access to remote backcountry locations that are difficult to reach on foot, ideal for guided anglers, self-guided adventurers, skiers, and hikers wanting to maximise their exploration time.
Add the Jet Lux to Any Package
Every guided package can be upgraded with jetboat access, or book the boat as dedicated backcountry transport. Tell us where you want to go and we'll make it happen.
Spaces Are Limited Each Season
Your Backcountry
Adventure Awaits
Every trip is personally guided by Scott with small group sizes to keep things exclusive. Get in touch to check availability, tailor your itinerary, and lock in your dates on the water.