How long is the ride?

The experience is approximately one hour on the water; total booking time may vary.

What is the maximum group size?

This trip accommodates up to 10 guests per ride as noted in the listing.

Are there age or weight restrictions?

Specific age and weight limits are set by the operator—check the booking page or ask during reservation.

Yes—expect spray during maneuvers. Wear quick-drying clothing and secure electronics.

How do I book or cancel?

Use the referral booking link provided in this listing for current availability and cancellation policies.

Is the trip safe for people with motion sensitivity?

Those prone to motion sickness should consider medication or avoid the ride; the experience involves rapid turns and sudden speed changes.

Jet Boat Thrill Ride Adventure on BC Rivers - 650HP 360° Rodeos in Agassiz

On the water outside Agassiz, British Columbia, the Jet Boat Thrill Ride Adventure delivers a compact, full-throttle window into the Fraser Valley’s river country. From the moment the High Caliber, 650HP jet boat slips free of the dock, the world narrows to river, sky, and the spray-chilled air across your face. The launch point is in Agassiz, a low-lying town where the Harrison and Fraser river systems braid toward the Strait of Georgia, and this ride is exactly the kind of short, high-adrenaline runout you book when you want speed, not a long cruise. This one-hour circuit is built around high-speed maneuvers: tight 360° "rodeos", sudden power pulls, and clean sprints that test the hull and thrill the riders. The setting is striking in a non-ornamental way — fast-moving glacial-fed channels, gravel bars that shape quick eddies, alder-lined banks, and the occasional cedar stump raised by last year’s flows. Keep an eye overhead: bald eagles and turkey vultures are frequent, while river otters and seals visit stretches closer to the estuary. Those geological ribbons of gravel and clay reveal the Fraser Valley’s ice-age and riverine history if you care to watch, and local Stó:lō communities have long histories tied to these waterways. What makes this operation stand out is the deliberate focus on adrenaline within a landscape that rewards attention. The boat is a High Caliber custom-built jet craft, and the tour’s short duration concentrates the thrills into a tightly choreographed hour for up to 10 guests. That means more laps and maneuvers per minute than a sightseeing run, and the guides are practiced at balancing power with safety. It’s an ideal booking for groups, families with older kids who meet the operator’s age rules, and anyone who wants a raw, physical way to read this part of BC’s river system. Practical notes: wear quick-drying layers and a windproof shell, secure phones and cameras with straps, and expect to get wet when the captain leans into the turns. Because the ride compresses so much excitement into a short period, it’s best paired with a slower afternoon—think a walk along Harrison Hot Springs’ lakeshore or tea in Agassiz—so you leave the experience intact rather than squeezing it between long drives. If you’re chasing a high-energy, regionally rooted water experience—fast boats, river geology, local birdlife, and a clean shot of adrenaline—the Jet Boat Thrill Ride Adventure is a precise, memorable hour on the water that shows a different face of the Fraser Valley. Bookings are available online through the operator’s reservation link, and guides provide a safety briefing before departure; confirm minimum ages, weight limits, and any seasonal schedule changes on the booking page to avoid surprises and arrive 15 minutes early.

About High Caliber Adventures

High Caliber Adventures is a charter operator based in Agassiz, British Columbia, specializing in private boat experiences on Harrison Lake, the Harrison River, and the Fraser River. The company operates the Mackennedi, a heated luxury jet pontoon that accommodates up to 12 guests for private cruises, seasonal holiday tours, and cozy on-board gatherings with fires and s'mores. High Caliber Adventures offers a range of guided outings: the Harrison Holiday Tour aboard the Mackennedi; private pontoon sturgeon fishing charters; an eight-hour Sturgeon Jet Boat Fishing Charter on the Fraser River with expert guides; and high-speed Jet Boat Thrill Ride Adventures through local wilderness waterways.

Trips are designed for groups, celebrations, anglers of all skill levels, and thrill seekers seeking high-adrenaline maneuvers. The Sturgeon Jet Boat Fishing Charter departs approximately 90 minutes from Vancouver and focuses on targeting large white sturgeon with hands-on guidance from the crew. Pontoon options emphasize comfort and year-round enjoyment with onboard heating and sheltered seating.

High Caliber Adventures markets private charters and tailored itineraries rather than public shared excursions, allowing guests to control group size and pace. Safety, local knowledge, and on-water hospitality are central to the experience, with crews focused on fishery best practices, passenger comfort, and scenic route selection. Reservations and inquiries are handled directly for each charter, and the operator provides clear information about trip length, capacity, and departure points.

Holiday charters include cozy fires, s'mores, and a festive private setting ideal for family groups, friends, or small corporate events with scenic water views.