The 13 Best Jet Boat & Jet Ski Rides in Australia

1.Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,348 reviews · from $92Our pick

Ride a Sea-Doo from Coral Sea Marina into the Whitsunday Islands Marine Park on a guided small-group tour. Choose the shorter Airlie Adventure, the 50-kilometre Two Island Safari, or the solo-rider Ultimate Island Trek with a Palm Bay Resort stop and lunch. Guides such as Josh, Brook, Sami, and Phoebe lead the routes.

“We went on the Airlie Adventure. Izzy was an amazing tour guide. We had such a great time! Will definitely be referring this tour to others!”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride: 55 Minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,499 reviews · from $42

Meet Jet Boat Extreme in Surfers Paradise for a 55-minute ride across the Gold Coast Broadwater. Your captain may include power slides, beach runs, high-speed drifting, and 360-degree spins while passing SeaWorld, the Versace Hotel, and Southport Yacht Club. Life jackets and lockers are provided, and spray jackets are available on colder days.

“It was an mazing experience …Jack was so professional , friendly and funny …he made the trip so enjoyable”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 841 reviews · from $60

Hold tight for a 30-minute Thunder Jet Boat ride from Circular Quay, reaching up to 75 km/h with 270-degree spins, fishtails, slides, wave riding, and power stops. You will pass the Opera House, Luna Park, Taronga Zoo, and Rose Bay. Drivers such as John and Tom are known for clear safety briefings and lively commentary. Ponchos and lockers are included.

“Absolute blast. Thank you. We were pleasantly greeted, assisted with putting on coats and life jackets. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. They made sure to help everyone on the boat, doing checks and explaining things thoroughly. The driver was full of personality and tbh I laughed and cheered and some might find this strange but it was soooo peaceful for me roaring and spinning and turning in the boat around the harbour. And boy, does that boat have a motor. Thanks guys.”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Jet Ski Safari Hour of Power and Marine Life

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 481 reviews · 1 hour

Spend an hour on a modern Yamaha jet ski, following an English-speaking guide around Airlie Beach, turquoise bays, and nearby islands. You can ride alone or share with one passenger. Guides such as Will and Nathan are praised for calm instruction, local commentary, and great photo stops. Wildlife may include turtles, dugongs, dolphins, tropical fish, and winter whales.

“Very nice experience and not to miss thing in Airlie beach”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Cairns Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 429 reviews · from $63

Meet Bad Fishy at Marlin Marina for a 35-minute ride through Trinity Inlet. Your captain, possibly Steve, Harry, Sam or another crew member, handles fast runs, sharp turns and 360-degree spins while music plays and water flies. Expect commentary, mangrove views and a chance of spotting crocodiles. You will get wet.

“Crew (Harry) was the best.. kids had a blast with the donuts on the water !! The ride was super fun for all !!”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · from $51

You’ll race across Sydney Harbour from Circular Quay at up to 75 km/h, passing the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, and more. Your captain mixes local facts with 270-degree spins, power slides, and sharp stops. Ponchos and lockers are provided, but plan to get soaked.

“A total blast!!! The boat ride was so much fun and was a great way to see the sights. Highly recommend!”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.55-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 403 reviews · 55 min · from $63

Join Jet Boat Extreme behind the Vibe Hotel in Surfers Paradise for a 55-minute ride through the Gold Coast waterways. Expect speeds up to 80 km/h, sharp turns, drifting, and 360-degree spins, with guides such as Toby, Jake, Mike, and Isaac at the helm. You can bring a waterproof phone, but pack a towel too.

“What an amazing experience!!! Customer service 11 out of 10!!!! Will be recommending this to all my friends. The guys were fantastic friendly and extremely professional. Issac made sure we were safe and cared for. Toby was fun, interacted with all of us, including my 7 year old who he made “co pilot” (A-Money she was over the moon-thank you), Hamish went above and beyond to ensure my family had the best experience and received a high quality photo and video. My 7 year old re-booked with her dad for a jet boat experience again that afternoon!!! Please check these guys out, I guarantee you will have the best time.…”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.1.5 hr Jet Ski Safari tour to South Stradbroke Island!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 374 reviews · from $214

Set out from Main Beach for 90 minutes on a guided jet ski safari through island waterways, past beaches, sandbars, and mangroves. You will stop at South Stradbroke Island for a drink or snack at Tipplers, a water-access-only bar and cafe. Beginners are welcome, and guides such as Tom and Harry help keep the group safe.

“It was really a memorable experience. I’m definitely going again. And thanks to Harry and the team they were really supportive and were with us at all times Thanks for the adventures experience”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Sydney Harbour: Thunder Thrill Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 372 reviews · 30 min · from $41

Meet at Circular Quay for a 30-minute Thunder Thrill ride toward Sydney Heads. Your English-speaking skipper builds from gentle turns to fast spins, power-slides, and sudden stops at up to 75 km/h. Expect close views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, islands, and foreshore, plus a very real chance of getting soaked.

“it was a thrilling experience, Isac was friendly and experienced not to mention funny!”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.1hr Jet Ski Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 295 reviews · from $164

Ride from Main Beach along the Gold Coast Broadwater toward South Stradbroke Island on a guided jet ski tour. After a safety briefing and practice ride, you will follow your guide past beaches, sandbars, mangroves, and the skyline, with chances to spot dolphins. The hour on the water becomes roughly two hours with check-in and instruction.

“whole thing takes almost 2.5 hrs, consider checking in and safety talks, but great fun and well worth it.”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Airlie Adventure Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 194 reviews · 2h 30m

Ride a latest-model Sea-Doo for about 1.5 hours along Airlie Beach’s coast and Whitsunday Island Marine Park. Guides such as Phoebe, Sammy, and Josh provide clear instruction, safety checks, and commentary. You need no license or experience, but must be at least 16 to drive, 8 to ride as a passenger, and able to swim in a lifejacket.

“What an excellent afternoon. Professional team with of course the Aussie humour. Felt safe at all times. 100% will recommend.”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.Jet Boat Adventure Ride from Circular Quay

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 173 reviews · 30 min · from $40Best value

Meet Oz Jet Boating at Circular Quay for a 30-minute blast around Sydney Harbour. After a safety briefing, you’ll suit up with a poncho and life jacket, then race past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Rose Bay, and Taronga Zoo with sharp turns, wave rides, fish tails, and spins.

“Great fun. We had a great experience on the jet boat and would recommend it to others”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.30-Minute Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 149 reviews · 30 min · from $63

Join Pioneer Adventures at Coral Sea Marina for a fast, wet 30-minute ride through Pioneer Bay. Your English-speaking driver serves up 180s, 360s, drifts, power stops, and nosedives, with views of Airlie Beach, the Whitsundays, marina mansions, and occasional turtles. Small groups, safety gear, commentary, and free GoPro photos are included.

“It was thrilling especially for my 11 year old who had never done it before. We want to do it again.”

Check availability →Read our full review