About this tour
Pilot your own jet ski around Magnetic Island's Five Beach Bay for 90 minutes of coastal exploration. Departing from Horseshoe Bay, you'll navigate eight bays—seven reachable only by water—past granite outcrops, sea caves, and remote beaches. A local guide leads the way, sharing insights on marine ecosystems and wildlife while you spot turtles, rays, dolphins, and raptors. Stop for swims in sheltered coves and take home professional photos from your adventure.
Highlights
- Steer your own jet ski across protected marine waters
- Access seven bays unreachable by land
- Spot dolphins, rays, turtles, and sea eagles
- Swim in secluded anchorages between rides
- Learn local ecology from trained island guide
- Granite boulder formations and hidden sea caves
- All gear and safety equipment supplied
What to expect
You'll meet your guide at Horseshoe Bay and receive a thorough safety briefing before boarding your jet ski. Once underway, you're in control—the guide stays nearby offering direction and interpretation. Expect roughly equal time between riding and stationary swimming or sightseeing stops. The pace is steady rather than flat-out; you're watching the coastline and wildlife as much as throttling. Bays reveal granite monoliths, cave entrances, and occasionally marine animals. The guide narrates ecosystems and conservation work as you go. Bring confidence in the water—all riders must swim competently.
Good to know
Book transport separately; public options exist near Horseshoe Bay. Weight limits apply: single riders max 120 kg, pairs max 160 kg combined. Riders aged 16–17 need a guardian also booked and present with photo ID. Spinal injuries, pregnancy, and poor cardiovascular health make this unsuitable. You must understand English clearly for safety instructions.
Frequently asked
- How long does Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes take?
- Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes runs for approximately 2h 30m.
- How much does Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes cost?
- Prices start from AUD $260 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. QLD Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original QLD Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.