Gold Coast Jet Boat Ride from Main Beach

Highlights

Board your jet boat at Mariners Cove Marina. Your captain provides a safety briefing and necessary equipment before putting your boat in gear for a breathtaking ride with Gold Coast sightseeing highlights. The jet boat can easily reach speeds of up to 40 knots (almost 50 mph, or 80 kph), with your captain expertly performing tricks such as 360-degree spins, power slides, high-speed drifting and other exciting maneuvers along the scenic waterways of the Broadwater. Part of the fun is getting wet, so dress accordingly and enjoy the cool breezes and water splashes. Secure storage is provided for your belongings at the office, and an onboard camera captures photos that you can purchase afterward. Slow down to check out landmarks like the Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Palazzo Versace Hotel, Seaworld, Southport Seaway, Runaway Bay and Paradise Point. Note the waterfront mansions of ritzy Sovereign Island and admire the natural beauty of Moreton Bay Marine Park where dolphins, wallabies and abundant birdlife live. Glide by mangrove forests on Crab Island, Ephraim Island and South Stradbroke Island. While other jet boat operators turn around at Wavebreak Island, your jet boat tour continues for another 18 miles (30km), making it a more comprehensive 55-minute ride.

Summary

Board your jet boat at Mariners Cove Marina. Your captain provides a safety briefing and necessary equipment before putting your boat in gear for a breathtaking ride with Gold Coast sightseeing highlights. The jet boat can easily reach speeds of up to 40 knots (almost 50 mph, or 80 kph), with your captain expertly performing tricks such as 360-degree spins, power slides, high-speed drifting and other exciting maneuvers along the scenic waterways of the Broadwater. Part of the fun is getting wet, so dress accordingly and enjoy the cool breezes and water splashes. Secure storage is provided for your belongings at the office, and an onboard camera captures photos that you can purchase afterward. Slow down to check out landmarks like the Southport Yacht Club, Marina Mirage, Palazzo Versace Hotel, Seaworld, Southport Seaway, Runaway Bay and Paradise Point. Note the waterfront mansions of ritzy Sovereign Island and admire the natural beauty of Moreton Bay Marine Park where dolphins, wallabies and abundant birdlife live. Glide by mangrove forests on Crab Island, Ephraim Island and South Stradbroke Island. While other jet boat operators turn around at Wavebreak Island, your jet boat tour continues for another 18 miles (30km), making it a more comprehensive 55-minute ride.

Tour info

Duration

55 minutes

Why take this tour?

Zoom around the waters of the Gold Coast Broadwater on a thrilling jet boat ride. As you race through the scenic waterway, your captain points out landmarks including Southport Yacht Club, Palazzo Versace Hotel, Marina Mirage, Seaworld, Sovereign Island and Moreton Bay Marine Park. You might even spot wildlife such as dolphins, wallabies and birds. Since this tour goes further than others, you can see and do more while enjoying the fun of high-octane adventure.

What’s included?

55-minute jet boat ride
Driver/guide
Food and drinks
Souvenir photos and video (available to purchase)

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 55m
Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Paradise Jet Boating

About operator:

Australia’s most exciting Jet Boat ride. Our rides are famous for their unique combination of Jet Boat thrills & adventure mixed with stunning scenery & sightseeing. Experience 360 degrees spins, high speed drifting and other exciting manoeuvres in as little as 10 cms of water, while we explore the beautiful Gold Coast waterways. We travel through the Moreton Bay Marine Park. beautiful natural scenery, dolphin spotting and abundant other wildlife. Then a slow cruise around the iconic Sovereign Islands and the collection of amazing multi-million dollar mansions. Recent achievements include; Dual category Finalist in the latest prestigious Queensland Tourism Awards. ECO Tourism Australia certified. Australia’s only eco approved jetboat ride. T-QUAL Tick endorsed recognising the high quality of the experience and level of customer service. Ride the Paradise Jet Boats and enjoy the Gold Coast’s premier water activity.