About this tour
Rent a jet ski for 60 minutes in Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island, Australia's most expansive self-drive hire area. Up to eight people can take turns on the water, swapping riders on the beach to ensure everyone gets equal time at the helm. Explore 2 km² of bay, spot marine life like turtles and dolphins, and enjoy the thrill at a modest per-person cost. Safety briefing and on-water demo included; speed capped at 30 knots.
Highlights
- Rotate up to 8 riders, equal turns for everyone
- Explore 2 km² of open water unsupervised
- Spot dolphins, rays, turtles, sea eagles
- Australia's largest unguided jet ski hire zone
- Family-friendly from age 6 with adult
- Safety briefing and water demonstration included
What to expect
You'll arrive at Horseshoe Bay and receive a safety briefing plus a hands-on demo before heading out. If you're aged 16–17, you can ride solo; younger passengers ride with adults. Swap riders on the beach mid-session so everyone gets a proper turn throttling through the bay. The water is generally calm, visibility decent for spotting wildlife. Expect wind and spray—dress accordingly. Most riders find 60 minutes passes quickly once they're comfortable with the controls.
Good to know
You must be a confident swimmer; this is non-negotiable. Bring photo ID and a valid Visa or Mastercard. Weight limits: single rider max 120 kg, two riders max 160 kg combined. Riders aged 16–17 need a parent or guardian also booked on the tour. No transfers included; arrange your own to Horseshoe Bay. Not suitable if pregnant, have spinal injuries, or poor cardiovascular health.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.