The 15 Best Island Jet Ski Tours in Australia

1.1.5 hr Jet Ski Safari tour to South Stradbroke Island!

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

Ride a jet ski from Main Beach through islands, beaches, sandbars, and mangroves to South Stradbroke Island. You get 90 minutes on the water, safety gear, and a short stop at Tipplers bar. Beginners can join, and guides such as Tom and Harry are praised for patient, safety-focused help.

“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”

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2.2.5 hr Jet Ski Safaris tour – Ultimate Adventure + island stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · from $286

Follow guides such as Jake and Benny through 80 km of Gold Coast waterways on a fast, guided jet ski ride. You will tackle bends and hairpin turns, pass under mangroves, and stop at South Stradbroke Island for a break and lunch. The tour takes about four hours, with roughly 2.5 hours on the water.

“Wow! What an absolute blast. We did the 2 1/2 hour jet ski tour and had the most fun. Our guides were awesome and we were at full speed almost the whole time. Stopping at a little island for a bite to eat really was cool. I definitely recommend it for Everyone. This is a must do bucket list item.”

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3.5 Beach Bay Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 2 hours · from $176 per ski, up to 2

Captain a shared jet ski from Horseshoe Bay around Magnetic Island’s rocky northwest coast. Your guide leads you to eight bays, including five remote beaches, with time for photos, sightseeing, and a swim. No licence is needed. Josh is one guide praised for friendly, helpful support, and all photos are included.

“I had Josh who was an amazing tour guide, because I was the only one he took me to see a couple spots not everyone gets to see. Big props to him, fantastic friendly guy. Had an amazing time”

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4.Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $179

Captain your own jet ski from Horseshoe Bay with a trained guide such as Josh or Andrew. In about 90 minutes, cruise past eight remote bays, Five Beach Bay, granite headlands, caves, and protected coastline. You can swim in secluded spots, watch for turtles and rays, and receive all safety gear plus tour photos.

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5.Magnetic Island Snorkel Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 2 hours · from $269 per ski, up to 2

Ride from Pier G to Magnetic Island with an English-speaking guide, then snorkel at Florence, Arthur, or Nelly Bay. Each jet ski carries two people and includes gear, water, and photos. Guide Helios is known for tailoring the outing, explaining local wildlife, and taking photos while you enjoy the ride.

“Fabulous day around Maggie, magnetic island. Stopped at all the bays, photos taken by my guide Helios are included. No upselling. I did the trip solo at 65 yrs young. Great guide, gorgeous location. What are you waiting for?”

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6.Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15 reviews · 2 hours · from $297 per ski, up to 2

Drive a two-person jet ski from Townsville around Magnetic Island on a two-hour guided tour. See 23 bays, the SS Adelaide shipwreck, beaches, cliffs, Castle Hill, and possibly dolphins, turtles, or seasonal whales. An English-speaking guide leads the small group, with life jackets, sunscreen, safety training, and photo opportunities included.

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7.5 Hour Jetski Adventure from Brisbane to Moreton Bay Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $219

Start at Rivergate Marina at 9:00 am for a guided Sea-Doo ride along Brisbane’s waterfront and into Moreton Bay. You’ll pass Story Bridge, explore waters near St Helena, Peel, and North Stradbroke islands, then stop for lunch. Groups are limited to six, with guide Devon among the named guides.

“Our last day on the other side of the world was spent jet skiing on the Brisbane River with Devon as our guide through to Moreton Bay!! Devon was amazing, fun, patient, and so personable! We even stopped for lunch and got to know him! (ThRead more”

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8.Magnetic Island Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $287 per ski, up to 2

Meet Poseidon Jet Ski Tours at 26 Mariners Drive in Townsville for a private two-hour ride around Magnetic Island. You share a Jet Ski with one other person, follow a guide past beaches, granite boulders, and coral reefs, and may spot turtles, dolphins, or dugongs. Photo ID, sunscreen, a towel, and secured sunglasses are essential.

“Seeing magnetic island and rocks and boulders was awesome!! Would recommend the two hour session had great fun!!”

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9.1.5-Hour Jet Ski Safari to Stradbroke Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 3 hours · from $211 per ski, up to 2

Take the controls of your own jet ski and follow an English-speaking guide from the Gold Coast toward South Stradbroke Island. After safety instruction and a practice ride, you’ll cover up to 40 km past beaches, sandbars, mangroves, and islands, with a planned café stop for refreshments. Routes can change with tides and weather.

“We've had tried jetski before with another company, but this company was much better. On the way to the island they found who has more experience and can ride faster, so they sort us based on that which made the experience more fun(fast is fun on jetski). Something that could be considered as an improvement would be offering a beverage in the the tour.”

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10.Magnetic Island 60-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 8 People

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 1h 30m

At Horseshoe Bay, you get a 60-minute supervised jet ski hire in a 2-square-kilometre area, with no licence required. A group of up to eight can share one ski through 15-minute beach swap-outs. Expect a safety briefing, practice drive, life jacket, stinger pants, sunblock, and the chance to spot turtles, dolphins, and rays.

“Best in the bizz! Worth it Thanks for having us 🔥”

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11.Surfers Paradise: 2 Hour Tropical Island Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $232

Ride a jet ski from the JW Marriott Watersports Marina through Surfers Paradise canals, the Broadwater, and Moreton Bay Marine Park. After a safety briefing, you will stop for 15 minutes at Tipplers Cafe on South Stradbroke Island before returning. Choose a brisk pace or an easier cruise. English-speaking guides lead the trip.

“Great activity! Went on the two hour tour, guides were amazing!”

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12.2.5-Hour Ultimate Jet Ski Safari to North Stradbroke Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3h 30m · from $282 per ski, up to 2

You’ll pilot your own jet ski with an English-speaking guide from the Gold Coast waterways to North Stradbroke Island, passing beaches, sandbars, mangroves and floodplains. The 210-minute trip includes training, a South Stradbroke Island stop for refreshments and possible wildlife sightings. Allow about an extra hour for safety instruction and practice.

“Well organised adventure had a lot of fun with my family as we hired 2 skis and enjoyed the 2.5 hour tour to Stradbroke Island. Highly recommended.”

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13.Stradbroke Island Jetski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 3 hours · from $282 per ski, up to 2

You’ll ride a modern Sea-Doo from Masthead Way through Gold Coast waterways to South Stradbroke Island, with a 30-minute safety briefing, a Jumpinpin dune stop, and 45 minutes at Tipplers Café. Guides lead this private English-language tour, with chances to spot dolphins, turtles, and dugongs.

“It was really fun and so pretty views. The guide was also nice and knowledgeable”

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14.Half-Day Jetski Adventure to Moreton Bay Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 5 hours · from $432 per ski, up to 2

Take a five-hour guided Sea-Doo tour from Rivergate Marina beneath the Gateway Bridge, past St Helena Island, and onward to Peel and North Stradbroke islands. You’ll stop at Horseshoe Bay, enjoy lunch and a drink at Straddie Brewing Co, and ride with guides such as Luke or Devon. Prior jetski experience is strongly recommended.

“It was the best experience on our east coast trip so far! Luke was a very nice person and the tour was amazing. I can highly recommend it to anyone who loves action and adventure”

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15.Magnetic Island 60-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 8 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $157

Take a 60-minute self-drive jet ski hire from Horseshoe Bay with up to eight riders sharing one ski. Andrew, Ash, and the team provide a safety briefing, demo, and clear riding boundaries before you explore 2 km² of open water. Riders can swap on the beach, making this a flexible family activity for ages six and up.

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