Niagara Falls 
Feel the rush of the Class 5 Devil’s Hole Rapids and marvel at the power of the Niagara Whirlpool when you take a wild and wet adventure on an open-top jet-boat ride!
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
Experience an action-packed ride through Niagara River’s whitewater rapids with Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours! Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours has been offering tours on Niagara River since 1992.
The jet boat tours are fully guided, and your river guide will provide an entertaining commentary throughout your ride. The trip lasts 45 to 60 minutes and may be the most exciting tour of Niagara you will find!
You can choose between two experiences — wet or dry.
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
Get ready to be doused with water while the boat pilot powers them through the rapids at high speed and expertly spins them through the chop in a complete 360-degree turn if you decide to take a thrilling ride on open-topped jet boats.
If you prefer to stay dry, then enjoy an action-packed ride on Whirlpool’s Freedom Boat. You still have to option of choosing seats in the splash zone or avoiding getting wet altogether, as the Freedom Boat features a selection of seats protected from the elements by a glass dome, as well as a number of seats on the front deck where riders are sure to get splashed.
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Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours runs until Fall and departs from locations on the Canadian and American sides of the Niagara River, including Queenston, ON and Lewiston, NY.
Trip Planning: Whirlpool Jet Boats
What:
Passengers experience a thrilling and educational one-hour guided tour, where they can take in the awe-inspiring scenery of the Niagara Gorge, feel the rush of the Class 5 Devil’s Hole rapids and marvel at the power of the Niagara Whirlpool.
Whirlpool Jet Boats offers three unique experiences for guests to choose from.
Those hungry for a thrill-seeking adventure can experience the rapids in an open-topped Wet Jet Boat -or- the Freedom Jet wet seats and feel the power of the water as waves douse them and their boat Captain navigates the rapids at high speed, performing complete 360-degree turns.
Those who’d prefer to keep their adventure dry can hop aboard Whirlpool Jet Boat’s Freedom Jet on the dry seats, where passengers can experience all the action from indoors.
When: April 25 to October 11, 2026
How Much:
Wet Jet & DRY Freedom Jet: $78.95 for adults and $44.95 for child (6-12) +taxes and fuel charges.
Wet Tour: $88.95
for adults only
Where: 55 River Frontage Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake
