Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour
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Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour
By Whitsunday Jetski Tours
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Explore the Whitsundays islands by jet ski on this adventure-filled tour. Zoom past coves and white sandy beaches and learn about this UNESCO-listed site from your guide. This tour is suitable for all skill levels from beginner to experienced with four different tour options. Tours are limited to 20 guests for a great small-group experience.
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$137.26
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Ages 16-99, max of 12 per group
Duration: 2h 30m
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Enjoy a guided jet ski tour through the Whitsundays from Airlie Beach
- Learn about the UNESCO-listed site and the local wildlife from your guide
- Select one of multiple tours suitable for different experience levels
- Choice of morning or afternoon departures
- Maximum of 20 guests per tour for a more personalized experience
- Use of Jet Ski
- All safety equipment and full riding apparel
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off on Airlie Beach
- Lunch on the Ultimate Island Trek, not included on Airlie Adventure or Two Island Safari
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Whitsunday Jetski Tours
What's not included- Food and drinks on Airlie Adventure and Two Island Safari
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Hamilton Island or other Whitsunday Island Resorts
- Select one of the options below for your jet ski tour, each with a maximum of 20 guests. Your tour begins with a hotel pick-up to the jet ski center. Receive a safety briefing and orientation before heading out on the water. During the tour, there is guided instruction from your guides as well as informative commentary about the Whitsundays and its wildlife. Airlie Adventure: Explore Pioneer Bay’s beautiful beaches and keep an eye out for local wildlife such as sea turtles or dugongs. Cover 18 miles on this tour that is suitable for all experience levels. South Molle and Daydream Islands: Explore the beautiful Whitsundays on this tour with 31 miles of jet skiing around South Molle and Daydream islands. Jetski to Paradise: Satisfy your thirst for adventure jet skiing away from the crowds to the very exclusive Paradise Cove Resort. Enjoy a cool drink and a delicious tropical brunch before spoiling yourself in the resort pool, go for a paddle board or just relax. Once invigorated, prepare to hang on as the adventure reignites on the return journey. This exciting adventure incorporates a resort stopover and plenty of jet skiing. Ultimate Island Trek: Solo riders will love the epic adventure on the Ultimate Island Trek as you journey to the island oasis of Palm Bay Resort on Long Island. Enjoy a beautiful poolside lunch including delicious woodfired pizzas, salads, and chips. Relax with a drink, take a dip in the pool or chill on the beach, before the thrills are amplified on the return journey, delivering more scenic splendor exploring numerous islands and resorts as you conquer the ultimate 70km trek.
- Departure details
- Traveller pickup is offered.
- Courtesy coach pick ups are available from local accommodation houses. Please reconfirm pick up time 24 hours prior with your accommodation or call Whitsunday Jetski Tours on 0459 538 754. Tours depart from Airlie Adventure Central, Coral Sea Marina South Village, Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach.
- 38 Shingley Dr, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia Tours depart from Airlie Adventure Central, Coral Sea Marina South Village, Shingley Drive, Airlie Beach. Courtesy coach pick ups are available from local accommodation houses. Please reconfirm pick up time 24 hours prior with your accommodation or call Whitsunday Jetski Tours on 0459 538 754.
- Other:
- 11 Seaview Dr, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia
- 15 Kara Cres, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia
- 4 Orana St, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia
- 6 Begley St, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia
- 11 William Cl, Cannonvale QLD 4802, Australia Havana House
- Coral Sea Marina - South Village Car Park, 38 Shingley Dr, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia MAKE OWN WAY
- 21 Stonehaven Ct, Airlie Beach QLD 4802, Australia Oleander Holiday Home
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6380JETSKI- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Operates in most weather conditions
- Must be able to swim wearing a lifejacket
- Must be able to speak English
- Minimum driver age is 16 years
- Above average fitness level and confidence in open waters for Two Island Safari and Ultimate Island Trek tours
- Weight restrictions apply. Maximum of two people per jetski or 507 pounds (230 kg) per Jet Ski
- Maximum 12 Jet Skis per tour (maximum of 24 people)
- No previous experience is necessary
- A reasonable level of fitness is required
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- IMPORTANT: This tour departs from Airlie Beach on the mainland. If you are staying on one of the islands of Whitsundays, you must make your own way to Coral Sea Marina to join the tour at the specified departure time.
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour?
- Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour price starts from $137.90. Discover and book Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour on Tripadvisor
- What is the Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour cancellation policy?
- Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour?
- Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour is hosted by Whitsunday Jetski Tours. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Whitsunday Jetski Tours on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 2h 30m. Discover and book Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6380JETSKI
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Itinerary
- You'll start at38 Shingley DrOr, you can also get picked upSee departure details
- 1Whitsunday Jetski ToursStop: 2 hours - Admission includedSee details
- 2Coral Sea MarinaSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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- ylime100Fantastic trip!We had a fantastic trip this morning with Josh and Angel. My partner and I shared a jet ski and we felt fully prepared before heading out onto the water for the first time. In total there were 4 jet ski’s following our fab guide, Josh. All the instructions out on the water were clear and he checked in on us regularly. It’s certainly an adrenaline rush and we got a bit wetter than expected whilst riding the waves!! Thanks again for an action packed morning.
- Stay5085248842600Best thing we’ve done in Aus so far!Had such an amazing time jet skiing for the first time. Our instructor Jarrod was brilliant and encouraged me to give it a try as I was nervous and I loved it! It’s super safe with clear instructions from the instructors and we had a great time: thank you Jarrod, Sam and co. 😊
- Natalie B00#1 JetSki tour operator in Airlie BeachExcellent and fun morning out, packed full of fun, thrills and no spills.. knowledgeable guides.. #1 operator, easy to deal with, so chilled.. very safe!!
- Leanne W00Great customer relationsThanks Wren for your kind consideration refunding my fee. I couldn't make it because I was unwell, but no questions asked, and friendly Wren organized a refund. Thanks Wren!
- MEO21900Amazing adventureWe did the 2 island jet ski tour and we had a fantastic time!! Our guide was the best, he took us to so many great spots. He was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone felt safe driving the jet skis. We had a great day!!
- Jaliya R00Airlie Beach Tour, absolutely fantastic day for all. We saw large Turtles at Turtle Bay, MASSIVE thank you to whole crewI would like to express my thanks again to Ned, Sam and a few other staff members, sorry I didn’t catch everyone’s names, for not only providing a wonderful Airlie adventure jet ride tour for my family and I this afternoon 24/10 but for doing your up most to help me locate my car keys. Ned, you’re a legend! Stupidly taking the keys with me on the tour, I’m so glad you found them and they ain’t at the bottom of the ocean! That would have stuff me up a bit! With a laugh you can now add this ‘tale’ to your into/ safety season please leave all valuables and car keys in the box provided, A bloke just yesterday nearly lost his car keys…blar blar. Surely it’ll get a good laugh. Hopefully we get to visit again one day and enjoy some more fun out on the waters with your crew. From all of us. Thanks Keep up the fun.
- Joe W00Amazing! Highly recommended!What an amazing time! We were picked up promptly at our resort and our driver was also our jetski guide Josh! He was awesome! Super friendly and knowledgeable and attentive! Very safety minded while also creating a very fun and invigorating journey. We stopped several times and Josh gave us lots of info about the islands we saw as well as pointing out some sea turtles along the way. Before the tour started, we also had a comprehensive safety training by Jarred. He was super engaging and informative while also being quite funny. We had an amazing afternoon. Water and chockies were provided. Highly recommended!!
- H1482XNkirstym00Amazing adventureSo well organized! All the guides were amazing especially ours, Braydon, who who was patient with me being slow and scared! Our family had a ball and would highly recommend this experience
- dylanob9700What an experienceClass experience. Sam was a quality instructor that kept a good eye on everyone. The Jet Skis were the latest model so felt very safe onboard them!
- ChelseaPrasad00AWESOME!For first time jet ski riders, what an incredible experience! We had the best time even with the crazy waves it made it 100x better. Sam was an awesome guide and made sure everyone was good the entire time. Would recommend and definitely would do this tour again!
- Seaside4947912781500Great trip out from Airlie Beach on with the Whitsundays JetSki Tours team !!!Ned was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guide. He explained the expectations of the tour and took care of us personally. He took care of us the whole time and kept a good eye on those who were a bit behind. At no time did anyone feel left out. We got great and patient training. Highly recommended 👍
- sarah g00BrilliantCharlotte and Alex were incredible! We had the best time and had the best guides! Thankyou to you both so much. It was rough seas and I loved it
- karnison00Excellent experienceExcellent experience from beginning to end. Great briefing, excellent jet skis and equipment. In additional to the beautiful Whitsundays, the other highlight was the exceptional customer service. Nate our guide was amazing as was Nial. Thank you!
- MsMinx00Never too young !A great day out - from the safety briefing through to the thrill on the water - we were well looked after - as a group of “ mature” women we had an absolute blast! Our recommendation would be get a single ride - we did - and we had enough of a chance to group together whilst enjoying the control of our own tour!!! Thanks to Jarrod - charlotte and the guy whose name started with a B ( May that earn u all a beer)
- Zhongyang C00Will do Jetski again!Professional staff (Alex and a bro hopefully Will forgive me that did not hear his name clearly) lead us from safety briefing all the way to daydream island, they showed their passion,patient and profession. The arrangement is nice and organized, the jet ski boat is powerful and stable, the machine bring the whole experience to a top level, you can enjoy the riding or just cruising out of the Bay Area, explore more and enjoy more. Highly recommended to join them, just a tip, if you are afraid of strong sunshine, they provide sun screen or you can choose a cloudy day for jet ski and Sunny day for scenic fly.
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Mar 2021 • Family
I did the tour with my dad (mid-60s), little brother, and our partners, with the tour guide, Raih. It was one of the absolute best tourism activities I’ve ever done, and well worth the price.
First, despite the larger number of people touring at any one time, the trip felt totally private. The 5 of us had our own tour guide, and barely saw another guest for the two hour tour.
Second, Raih was lovely. He was genuinely funny, kind, and made our group feel safe, despite rough weather (including some of the group who were quite nervous before starting). He did a great job balancing the tour so the more adventurous folks had just as much fun as the less confident folks. After my dad flew off his ski after hitting a large wave, Raih was quick to respond and had him out of the water in a heartbeat.
Finally, it’s just a tonne of fun. The jet skis are fast, and you’re given a lot of freedom to be as adventurous as you feel comfortable being. I would do this again next time I’m here.
First, despite the larger number of people touring at any one time, the trip felt totally private. The 5 of us had our own tour guide, and barely saw another guest for the two hour tour.
Second, Raih was lovely. He was genuinely funny, kind, and made our group feel safe, despite rough weather (including some of the group who were quite nervous before starting). He did a great job balancing the tour so the more adventurous folks had just as much fun as the less confident folks. After my dad flew off his ski after hitting a large wave, Raih was quick to respond and had him out of the water in a heartbeat.
Finally, it’s just a tonne of fun. The jet skis are fast, and you’re given a lot of freedom to be as adventurous as you feel comfortable being. I would do this again next time I’m here.
Written 22 March 2021
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Thank you so much for your amazing feedback. We're so glad the whole family got to enjoy one of our amazing jetski tours with the lovely Raih. We cap the number of jetskis per tour guide to ensure you get a more personable experience and the safety of everyone is well taken care of.
Our team always ensure every guest is aware of the weather conditions so you can have your adventure in conditions you are comfortable with. Your safety is our top priority so it's great to hear that you felt well looked after and taken care of.
On our jetski tours is your ride, your adventure and we're thrilled we gave you an experience to remember.
Thank you so much and we hope to see you again soon!
Written 25 March 2021
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Ben J
Sydney, Australia93 contributions
Dec 2020
The most striking part of this experience was actually the incredibly friendly and helpful staff. I signed up to go on the waiting list for a tour that was already full with no real thought that anything would come of it. The evening before the tour I was looking at, I received a phone call from Toni telling me that the tour was still full… but what was remarkable to me was that she proceeded to offer a different tour they had just opened booking for at a similar time that my group could lock in if we wanted. Toni was so friendly and talked so highly of the tour that I was sold quite easily and excited about this different opportunity. She was also very understanding with a situation that was developing with COVID and travel restrictions being a possible issue for some from our group. She was just so enjoyable to talk to and could probably give lessons in customer service or hospitality. At the location, Rachel, who was also very friendly and hospitable, helped me out with getting the paperwork and payment done seamlessly. Finally, our tour guide Aaron was very enjoyable. He had a great sense of humour and knowledge of the area and operations. The time on the jet skis was thrilling. No prior jet ski experience is needed as they give all the necessary training there. They also provide life jackets, a rash guard and hat if you want it and pictures taken by the guide with their waterproof camera. We had an incredible time with this company and had the added bonus of seeing a few sea turtles!
Written 22 December 2020
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Thank you so much for your positive and friendly review, I will be sure to pass on your feedback to the crew. Please visit us next time you're in Airlie Beach and come out on tour at Mates Rates. We appreciate it :))
Written 22 January 2021
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David N
Newcastle, Australia60 contributions
Feb 2021
Almost at the end of our Whitsunday Coast vacation, my wife and I decided on a Jetski Tour, one that was highly recommended by others we had spoken to - Whitsunday Jetski Tours. This is a really good operation with fantastic equipment and excellent personnel. We were picked up at our Hotel on the morning of the tour and met our guide Will, who was with us for the rest of the event, from the safety briefing until it was time to dry off. Whitsunday Jetski Tours are a thoroughly professional group that really know their stuff and go to great lengths to make sure you know exactly what to expect throughout the tour. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour, and recommend it to anyone who is after a little excitement and a whole lot of fun. I found the hosts main focus after safety, was making sure they had visual contact with the rest of the tour and making sure everyone was having a great time. Well done to our guide Will.
I don't think this tour is for everyone, but it ticked the boxes for us and made a great end to our Whitsunday holiday.
I don't think this tour is for everyone, but it ticked the boxes for us and made a great end to our Whitsunday holiday.
Written 15 February 2021
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Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review about your Jetski experience. It's great to hear you enjoyed the challenge of operating your own Jetski in the picturesque waters of the Whitsundays. We are proud to be able to provide high quality equipment to all our guests along with all our complimentary extras included in your jetski tour. I'll be sure to pass your kind words onto the teams and especially Will who provided a more personable experience during your morning. Our top priority at Whitsunday Jetski Tours is our guests safety to ensure that everyone is comfortable enough to enjoy their tour and have fun.
Thank you and we hope to see you back again soon.
Written 20 February 2021
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Sarah.S
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Jan 2022 • Couples
Absolutely amazing tour!
Nial was an absolute legend, made sure we got the most out of the conditions with the weather (very rough) but also making sure we enjoyed our experience took us on a different route but was still amazing can’t recommend this tour enough. They even take photos of your trip whilst on the water so you don’t have to risk losing or dropping ur own belongings in the water….oh u also get them free of charge😍
Can’t wait to come back and do it again!!
#smilesfornial your amazing
Nial was an absolute legend, made sure we got the most out of the conditions with the weather (very rough) but also making sure we enjoyed our experience took us on a different route but was still amazing can’t recommend this tour enough. They even take photos of your trip whilst on the water so you don’t have to risk losing or dropping ur own belongings in the water….oh u also get them free of charge😍
Can’t wait to come back and do it again!!
#smilesfornial your amazing
Written 20 January 2022
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Thank you so much for joining us on one of our amazing jetski tours. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with our tour guide Niall while navigating the conditions of the open ocean.
Your safety is our number priority and our team always want to ensure that you are aware and prepared for the conditions awaiting you on the ocean. It's fantastic to hear that you felt comfortable while operating your jetski and still had an epic experience.
Whitsunday Jetski Tours is proud to be able to offer an array of complimentary services such as our courtesy bus and your free photos from tour for you to enjoy for many years to come.
We really appreciate that you wouldn't hesitate to recommend our jetski tours and we can't wait to se you back again soon.
Thank you,
from all the team at Whitsunday Jetski Tours.
Written 29 January 2022
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Judy Porter
Airlie Beach, Australia5 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
Everytime we go jetskiing we get the amazing jetski tour guide Will and we could not recommend this activity any highly enough!!!
Will always knows the best stops for pics & deserves the title of 'Head Photographer'. He must have a direct line to Little Baby Jesus because we always get phenomenal weather & water conditions.
If you book this tour you will not regret it, it's one of the best tours we have done across the globe....just make sure you ask to get Silly with Willy ;)
THANKS WILL!!!
#willgaveusathrill
Will always knows the best stops for pics & deserves the title of 'Head Photographer'. He must have a direct line to Little Baby Jesus because we always get phenomenal weather & water conditions.
If you book this tour you will not regret it, it's one of the best tours we have done across the globe....just make sure you ask to get Silly with Willy ;)
THANKS WILL!!!
#willgaveusathrill
Written 30 November 2021
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Wow thank you so much for this amazing feedback from your recent Airlie Adventure with the phenomenal "head photographer" Will!
We're so glad that you loved the tour just as much as you love all the amazing photos we are proud to be able to provide through as one of our many complimentary services. We really appreciate that you wouldn't hesitate to recommend our jetski tours and we can't wait to have you back out on the water again for more thrills with Will ;)
Thanks so much,
From all the team at Whitsunday Jetski Tours.
Written 3 December 2021
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Angela C
Sydney, Australia23 contributions
So much fun!! We did the Two Islands Tour, which gave us about 1.5hr on the skis in the water. We had a really thorough safety / info briefing to start the tour. It was the perfect amount of info/ time to ensure everyone felt comfortable and understood how to operate a ski safely and how the day would run.
Josh was our tour guide for the day - he was awesome, high energy and paid great attention to those on the tour to ensure the right people were in the right order (ie more confident at the front, slower at the back).
To start the day we did a learners ride around Airlie, then we headed off to the Islands. We had perfect weather (no wind, super glassy conditions) which made it so easy to make our way around the islands, go fast and venture far.
We only stopped a few times on the tour: to check everyone was all good, Josh to explain a cool area/ point out marine life and to swap drivers (if sharing skis). We appreciated this as it meant we got more time on the skis and kept it nice and fast paced!
We loved our tour and are so glad we did this whilst we were in the Whitsundays. It was a great way to end our trip here! Thanks team 👏
Josh was our tour guide for the day - he was awesome, high energy and paid great attention to those on the tour to ensure the right people were in the right order (ie more confident at the front, slower at the back).
To start the day we did a learners ride around Airlie, then we headed off to the Islands. We had perfect weather (no wind, super glassy conditions) which made it so easy to make our way around the islands, go fast and venture far.
We only stopped a few times on the tour: to check everyone was all good, Josh to explain a cool area/ point out marine life and to swap drivers (if sharing skis). We appreciated this as it meant we got more time on the skis and kept it nice and fast paced!
We loved our tour and are so glad we did this whilst we were in the Whitsundays. It was a great way to end our trip here! Thanks team 👏
Written 25 August 2021
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Thank you so much for taking the time to provide us with this phenomenal feedback from your recent jetski adventure with our crew!
Our Two Island Safari is an amazing way to see the Whitsunday Islands and we're so glad you took on the challenge and loved it. Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and it's great to hear that you felt safe, comfortable and most importantly had fun!
We're so happy to hear that the conditions were fabulous on the water and your tour guide Josh gave you a crazy fun experience. Jetskiing around the beautiful Whitsundays is amazing and we love sharing the fun with everyone.
We really appreciate that you wouldn't hesitate to recommend our jetski tours and we're so glad you had a ball.
Thank you!
Written 27 August 2021
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Kerrilee
1 contribution
Mar 2020
Wow, what a blast! I probably picked the worst day weatherwise as it was a very choppy and windy day, however the crew adapted to make it an exciting and thoroughly enjoyable experience nontheles.
We were picked up from the main street of Airlie beach and driven to the base for quite an extensive safety breifing which Ray managed to make quite entertaining .
They also reinforced several times that it was not going to be the normal tour because it was simply too windy and rough, and gave many opportunities for us to reschedule the tour or get a full refund.
We then set off in two groups with 4 jet skis following behind our guide. Al was a great guide, who checked up on us all to make sure we were going okay. I came off my jet ski twice in the first 10 minutes, but Al watched my technique and gave me some pointers after which I was able to remain on my ski for the rest of the tour.
It was very choppy, and we went out past pioneer bay for a little bit just to get a feel for how rough the open sea would be, and then came back in to explore more of the bay - we still got a lot of air, but it was so much fun.
We saw some pretty cool locations, and even a bunch of green sea turtles.
I would recommend this tour to anyone who likes a rush. If you are not confident in open ocean, perhaps book on a day when the wind is not so strong, but I had a really really great time!
We were picked up from the main street of Airlie beach and driven to the base for quite an extensive safety breifing which Ray managed to make quite entertaining .
They also reinforced several times that it was not going to be the normal tour because it was simply too windy and rough, and gave many opportunities for us to reschedule the tour or get a full refund.
We then set off in two groups with 4 jet skis following behind our guide. Al was a great guide, who checked up on us all to make sure we were going okay. I came off my jet ski twice in the first 10 minutes, but Al watched my technique and gave me some pointers after which I was able to remain on my ski for the rest of the tour.
It was very choppy, and we went out past pioneer bay for a little bit just to get a feel for how rough the open sea would be, and then came back in to explore more of the bay - we still got a lot of air, but it was so much fun.
We saw some pretty cool locations, and even a bunch of green sea turtles.
I would recommend this tour to anyone who likes a rush. If you are not confident in open ocean, perhaps book on a day when the wind is not so strong, but I had a really really great time!
Written 19 March 2020
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Thanks so much for your very detailed review and for choosing to still travel with us even though the weather wasn't ideal.
I remember this day very well. The wind was a lot stronger than predicted. We tend to usually have a good idea of the weather the day before and will give guests a heads up if conditions are looking on the rough and adventurous side. As you experienced we will never send a guest out in condition's they are not confident in and are more than happy to offer refunds or allow for date changes. The Jetski's are built for it we just have to make sure the guest are to.
I can imagine your entertaining safety brief provided by our very Aussie guide Ray. I do hope that Alex and Ray acted out on the chairs how conditions would be out on the water. This part always makes me laugh.
Alex is an incredible guide and has been with us for many years. He is very attentive to detail and will provide tips to make your experience the most enjoyable it can possible be.
We are very lucky to be able to alter our tours due to conditions 99% of the time as the bays in Airlie Beach tend to offer some protection from the wind compared to out around the Islands. One thing we can't guarantee on the Island Tour is Turtles, glad you got to see some of them (They are massive).
Thanks again for choosing to spend your time out on the water with our team. All the best
Written 8 May 2020
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MrJoshRiley
1 contribution
Nov 2022 • Family
How could I not recommend this crowd!? The people at Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tours are phenomenal. And prior to my trip out with them, I couldn't have told you this, but mate, you gotta ride a jet ski. Preferably with an amazing instructor like mine, Ian.
Now I did book my tour through a cruise line so it was highway robbery. Because since then I've had a look on their website, and if you have money to spend on leisure activities, for what they charge, what you get is more than fair. But also, I would consider if you're able to afford it, book one jet ski per rider.
If someone in your group isn't a fan of going fast or thrills, this might not be the activity for them. However, for me at least, once you get a feel for the jet ski, it is feels completely safe. Listen to your instructor when they tell you to relax on the machine! I found being loosy goosy on the jet ski made my hour and a half of riding not at all straining. Do not take this advice as "fall off your machine because internet review dude said not to hold on tightly"... You know what, listen to your instructor, they'll tell you what to do.
From the guy that drove us to the facility on the shuttle bus, to the women at reception, everyone was so courteous and kind, this experience wasn't only my most fun on this cruise. It was the most fun I've had on ANY cruise.
I can not recommend this highly enough. If you're at Airlie Beach and you want to experience genuine joy, visit Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour, book the longest available tour. As that was my only regret, I wish I could have spent more time with these people riding their watercraft.
And if anyone at Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour is reading this review, thank you so much to all of you!
Now I did book my tour through a cruise line so it was highway robbery. Because since then I've had a look on their website, and if you have money to spend on leisure activities, for what they charge, what you get is more than fair. But also, I would consider if you're able to afford it, book one jet ski per rider.
If someone in your group isn't a fan of going fast or thrills, this might not be the activity for them. However, for me at least, once you get a feel for the jet ski, it is feels completely safe. Listen to your instructor when they tell you to relax on the machine! I found being loosy goosy on the jet ski made my hour and a half of riding not at all straining. Do not take this advice as "fall off your machine because internet review dude said not to hold on tightly"... You know what, listen to your instructor, they'll tell you what to do.
From the guy that drove us to the facility on the shuttle bus, to the women at reception, everyone was so courteous and kind, this experience wasn't only my most fun on this cruise. It was the most fun I've had on ANY cruise.
I can not recommend this highly enough. If you're at Airlie Beach and you want to experience genuine joy, visit Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour, book the longest available tour. As that was my only regret, I wish I could have spent more time with these people riding their watercraft.
And if anyone at Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour is reading this review, thank you so much to all of you!
Written 14 November 2022
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A HUGE thank you from the crew at WJT! Thank you for taking the time to write up this epic recommendation for us. We take pride in making sure everyone is comfortable out on the water no matter their skill level, while keeping things as epically fun as possible for everyone on tour! We're thrilled to hear this is the best time you've had on any cruise!! We were so happy to share our amazing backyard with you - we hope to see you back in the stunning Whitsundays again soon!
Written 16 November 2022
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Biomed_traveller
Gold Coast, Australia97 contributions
1 Wk in Airlie and I saw this on the hotel brochure, my 20yr old son said hell yeah having ridden on the back of my old jet ski much younger...first booking I cancelled as the weather turned bad the day prior, (so within 24hr cancel policy)...no problems, no question asked refund straight away..good experience..no dramas.. The weather turned good, well semi good with 20kt winds and overcast but we decided let's do it. The new GTX ski's even in this swell were like riding a pushbike in the grass. I thought I might be a little bored with having a licence and a ski in the past but not the case. The guide (Will) created a great track for us to follow at good speed and gave us fast water and rough taste to boot. The 1.5hr trip was exactly, if not that and a little more on the water, it does not include the induction and loading time etc so don't be scared by other hire places that include such time. AND I got to see a green turtle in the wild swim right past the ski at the end. A great father son bonding moment and free photos included with the guides action camera. No extra charges. Will do the longer 2 island next time in Airlie for sure. You guys rock and run a professional, safe but fun gig.
Written 23 January 2021
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Matthew T
Brisbane, Australia16 contributions
Jul 2020 • Friends
Did the Two Island jet ski tour with Ray and had an awesome first jet ski experience. The safety briefing was thorough, but with a good dose of humor tossed in. Had a great time on the water which was beautiful this time of the year (July). Ray was patient with slower riders, but also kept up the pace for those of us keen to give it a good crack. Remember, speed creates stability! I would highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to explore this beautiful part of the world.
Written 31 July 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a review about your Jetski experience.
It's great to hear you enjoyed the challenge of operating your own Jetski in the picturesque waters of the Whitsundays with our legend of a tour guide Raih.
We are pleased that you found our safety briefing to be entertaining but also very thorough. The guides have a great way of conducting the important serious stuff in a fun and entertaining manner.
We hope to see you again in the future.
Written 12 August 2020
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Jenny A
Albury, Australia13 contributions
How come it says from $84 then as soon as you click on the day it shows the price for double that amount? Are there any actually tours for $84
Antonina M
2 contributions
Mine was $120. I checked their website and booked through Tripadvisor. I never saw the $84ad
Is lunch included or not, very confusing when this tour is called Whitsunday jet ski tour, but then you talk about other tour names that don't include lunch
glassyxr
23 contributions
No they don't provide lunch but the do provide a heap of fun
Hi, We have two families, one family all over 16 and the other with two aged 15, 13 and 17. How do I book the under 16 yr olds?
sorry three children I meant to say
Hi there, can you ride solo on the JetSki tour, and how much would it be if so. Thanks
Neil M
9 contributions
Yes you can. Price depends on the tour. I think the 2 Island (2.5 hour tour) is about $280
ree_reeez
Sydney, Australia2 contributions
Hi, is there a stop at Whitehaven Beach on the tour?
Biomed_traveller
Gold Coast, Australia97 contributions
I don't believe any of the trips stop at Whitehaven. Best to contact them directly. They are very quick to reply on social media etc and polite.
Do you need a licence to ride the Jet Ski. I am 58 but dont have one
Sophielinley
Leeds, UK142 contributions
Hi there - you don't need a licence at all. Anyone can drive the jetskis although some tours will be more physically demanding than others as detailed on their website :)
Hi, we are staying Hamilton Island in November, how can we get from there to airlie beach if we book a tour?
Irina
Brisbane, Australia28 contributions
Hello you can travel to Airlie beach to Hamilton Island and Back by Ferry. You can search online the prices in the dates you need it.
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