Combining the classic new zealand invention of the jet boat with the kiwi culture of adventure, shotover jet has become part of the fabric of what is quintessentially 'new zealand' and is for many visitors the highlight of their queenstown and new zealand holiday.. The jet boat was developed in the 1950s by new zealand farmer william (bill) hamilton, to allow navigation of the shallow canterbury rivers. however, enterprising new zealanders soon realised its potential as an adventure activity.. Just thought some of you might like to see these little home built aluminium jet boats from new zealand. there are quite a few on youtube, some with jetski engines, others running 600 to 1000cc motorcycle engines directly coupled to pwc jet pumps..
Wattscraft began in 2014 with two brothers hankering for a little jet boat to venture into new zealand's mountains. like many kiwis we had neither the means or the inclination to buy one off the shelf. we designed a boat from scratch and then a couple more. now we have a range of aluminium boat kit-sets and specialist parts to choose from.. These sets of plans will get you on your way to having your own mini jet boat.. I am 28 years , i have been jet boating since the age of 16, i was brought up on a farm in new zealand. i have owned and tested many jet boat designs through out my life, and now want to share my knowledge and designs with the world..
