Australia · JET BOAT RIDES
The 15 best jet boat rides tours you can book today, with the price, the length and who each one really suits. The order is not an accident — start at the top.
Surfers Paradise Jet Boat Extreme is a 55-minute Broadwater jet boat ride with spins, splashes, included life jackets, and lockers.
“Seeing the sights from a different side and having fun while doing it from the flash houses to flash boats, we are from out west so we don't get to see much like that a lot,Hamish was a good fella to”
30-minute Thunder jet boat from Circular Quay: spins, wave riding, Opera House and Luna Park views. Ponchos, lockers included.
“I live in Sydney and have gone by this a thousand times, but never tried it until a friend asked about it. Thank goodness they did. It was so much fun!! And more of a tour + extreme boat ride which I liked.”
Thrill-seekers, meet Cairns: a 35-minute high-speed jet boat on Trinity Inlet with splashy spins, live commentary, and crocodile-spotting chances.
“Amazing. Staff were wonderful. Had the best time. Lots of fun. Make sure you’re ready to get wet!!!!”
30-minute Sydney Harbour jet boat from Circular Quay with iconic sights, 270-degree spins, and waterproof ponchos. Expect to get wet.
“Our tour was thorough and interesting. Peter connected to our diverse group from all over the world. We loved that we were able to see ballet practice and the symphony perform one piece. Recommend.”
55-minute Extreme jet boat from Surfers Paradise: 650HP thrills, padded seats, drifts and 360 spins, plus waterproof camera time.
“The price was very good for the fantastic experience.”
Race past Sydney Heads on a 30-minute Thunder Thrill jet boat, get soaked, spin 360 degrees, and see Opera House and Bridge.
“Great fun. The guide was really good and explained everything well. I guess knowing what to expect took a little of the surprise away but it is Sydney harbour and these days everything is over regulated. I took my sons and they really enjoyed it too. Would do it again for sure.”
Hold on for a 30-minute jet boat blast around Pioneer Bay from Airlie Beach, with big spins, commentary, and surprise wildlife sightings.
“It was one of the best experiences we have had out in the water. The staff member was very friendly and ensured everyone was comfortable. Recommend Pioneer Adventures to everyone who loves a thrill ride!”
A high-speed 1-hour jet boat ride in Surfers Paradise with 360-degree spins, wildlife spotting, and glamorous Gold Coast waterways.
“Was great and very exciting for our 6 year old.. he loved it. Would recommend this for everyone that come to gold coast”
Full-throttle 30-minute jet boat from Circular Quay past the Opera House and Bridge. Ponchos included, expect sea spray and spins.
“Could’ve been a bit longer Like an hr instead if 30 min but overall it was a great experience”
Gold Coast 360-degree high-speed jet boat from Sea World, with Surfers Paradise shuttle. Spins, turns, GoPro video add-on.
“Absolutely loved this! Nathan made the whole experience great, could not recommend more! Such a fantastic experience”
30 minutes of jet boat thrills in Airlie Beach, speeding past Coral Sea Marina with 360s, big turns, and free GoPro photos.
“It was thrilling especially for my 11 year old who had never done it before. We want to do it again.”
Thrill a 55-minute Gold Coast jet boat, then see Surfers Paradise and Broad Beach from a short helicopter flight.
“Fantastic view from tour, very professional and friendly pilot”
A 1-hour extreme jet boat ride on the Gold Coast, with up to 80 km/h thrills, 360-degree spins, and Broadwater wildlife spotting.
“Was an amazing experience. Nick was truly awesome, his friendly and fun. The Jetboat ride was one of the best rides i've ever had, better than Sydney. Nick you are bloody awesome. Thank you for a joyful fun filled ride. Highly recommend Paradise Jetboat ride!!”
Gold Coast extreme jet boat ride with 360-degree spins, fast drifts, wildlife spotting, and Wave break Island views for $44.
“Activity was good, it would have been better if it would have been for done more time with some more spins”
30-minute Sydney Harbour jet boat from Darling Harbour with 70 km/h spins, power breaks, and Opera House views. Ponchos included.
“fantastic. Isaac awesome instructor from the very start. ill definitely come again for this awesome jet boat riding experience again. beats the other ones around the corner on circular quay”
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