The 13 Best Island Jet Ski Tours in the USA

1.Key West Island Adventure Jet Ski Tour: Bring a Partner for Free

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,362 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Follow guides such as Eric, Tyler, or Gavin around Key West for 90 minutes, passing the Southernmost Point, harbor, submarine pens, mangroves, and Boca Chica Sandbar. The price covers one jet ski, with a second rider free. Expect instruction, speed, waves, and a few swim stops.

“Great tour. Unexpectedly active but was a good way of touring key west without the crowds. Kudos to the team”

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2.Jet Ski Island Tour with Sandbar Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 384 reviews · 1h 30m

You’ll ride a new jet ski through Key West’s mangroves and open water, stop at a sandbar, and view the southernmost point from offshore. Two guides split fast and relaxed riders, while a second rider rides free. Check-in is one hour early, and many drivers need Florida’s online boating test.

“It was great and the instructors were great. Preciate you guys!”

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3.The Original Key West Island Jet Ski Tour from Barefoot Billy’s

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 350 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Ride a Yamaha jet ski around all of Key West on a 26-mile guided route. Guides such as Tyler, Juan, and Clayton balance speed with safety, with stops at the Southernmost Point and a sandbar. Expect about 90 minutes on the water, plus a possible boating certification requirement.

“Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! Asher and Cole were the perfect guides—knowledgeable, friendly, and full of great energy. They made sure everyone felt safe and confident, whether it was your first time or you're an experienced rider. Our jet skis got sea weed clogged, Asher and Cole would jump into the water right away and got them cleaned quickly. The tour itself was breathtaking—crystal-clear water, incredible views, and just the right balance of adventure and relaxation.”

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4.Ten Thousand Island Jet Ski Eco Tour – Marco Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

From Rose Marina, you’ll ride a guided jet ski route through Marco Island’s Ten Thousand Islands. Expect a 30-minute safety briefing, mangrove channels, open-water speed, and possible dolphins, manatees, bald eagles, and other wildlife. Guides including Mike, Chris, Andrew, and Mark help new riders feel at ease.

“My wife and I had never been on a Jet Ski but the guide was patient and encouraging and soon we were flying across the water. As our speed increased so too did the excitement. The experience was totally thrilling and memorable.”

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5.Hilton Head Island Jet Ski Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 201 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)

Drive your own Yamaha WaveRunner from Lowcountry Watersports into Hilton Head’s open riding area. A guide leads the way, supplies safety instruction and equipment, and may point out dolphins, birds, sea turtles, and stingrays. Drivers must be at least 21 with a valid license.

“So much fun!! Not much of a tour, but the guides take you out to an open area and let you do your thing for a good hour. We had two jet ski’s one for myself and my son, the other was my wife and daughter. Def recommend it .”

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6.The Original Key West Island Jet Ski Tour from the Reach Resort

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews

Ride a Yamaha personal watercraft around all 26 miles of Key West with a guide from Barefoot Billy’s. You’ll see Mallory Square from the water, pause for local history, watch for dolphins and sea turtles, and stop at a quiet sandbar. Pedro and Juan are among the guides praised for safety and friendly help.

“Everything was amazing. Best jet ski tour I've experienced! Whole crew was great. Made sure we all had a great time. Will definitely be signing up next visit!”

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7.2 Hour Shell Island Jet Ski Dolphin Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Share one jet ski with a partner for a two-hour ride through St. Andrews Bay, with a guide leading you toward wild dolphins and other sea life. You will also stop at Shell Island for beach time and free riding. Guides including Micah, Carson, and Ross have earned praise for helping first-time riders.

“It was the first time we've ever done this it was so much fun would do this again!:) The tour guide was very helpful and checks up on you if you're having difficulties.”

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8.1.5 Hour (20 miles) Waverunner Tour. See Mangrove Tunnels, 20 Islands & SandBar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 92 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $259

Ride a Yamaha WaveRunner about 18 to 20 miles around Islamorada with an English-speaking guide. You’ll pass mangrove tunnels, islands, reefs, and a popular sandbar, with time for open-water speed. Guides such as Sharkey, Janette, and Josh have helped riders of different skill levels.

“A beautiful day on a wave runner touring Islamorada. From jumping waves to idling through the mangrove tunnel, a good time was had by all.”

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9.Paradise Islands Jet Ski Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Captain a two-seat Waverunner from Fort Walton Beach across the Emerald Coast and Santa Rosa Sound. Expect a safety briefing, calm-water riding, island views, and a chance to spot dolphins. Guides such as Chris, Chance, Cam, and Alejandro are praised for patient instruction, especially with first-time riders.

“This was a great experience. will do again. The young man we had as our tour guide was awesome. It was our first time jet-skiing and he cool and very patient with us which me and my wife really appreciated.”

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10.45-Minute Jetski Rental in South Padre Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $128

Meet SPI Excursions at 204 Palm St. for a 45-minute jet ski ride on Laguna Madre. You receive a safety briefing and life jacket, then ride solo or with one passenger while a guide keeps watch. Devin has also helped riders with photos and patient first-time instruction.

“The staff was so helpful and was able to get us on a later time to avoid loosing out on our money and rentals.”

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11.Crab Island Dolphin Jet Ski Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

You captain a two-person Yamaha jet ski from Fort Walton Beach toward Crab Island and Destin Harbor, with a local guide leading the way. Guides such as Corey, Nick, Chris, and Alejandro have earned praise for safety and local insight. Dolphin sightings are possible but not promised.

“It was a great experience. We got the full 2+ hours on the water. Got to see dolphins, and see the city from a different point of view. Also, Alejandro, was great!(Sorry if misremembering your name!) Dude was a great tour guide. Made it fun, and have a lot of freedom on the ride. Good for a 1st timer just go at your own pace.”

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12.Fort Walton Beach: Explore Private Islands on Jet Skis

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 14 reviews · 1 hour · from $106Best value

Set out from Destiny Water Adventures behind the Quality Inn and Suites for a 60-minute guided jet ski ride around Okaloosa Island. Your English-speaking guide leads a small group of up to six toward sandbars, secluded islands, and wildlife areas, with time to stop for photos and play in the water.

“The tour guide was extremely nice and showed us around a lot of different islands. Would def do this again.”

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13.Crab Island Dolphin Jet Ski Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours · from $203

Captain a two-seat jet ski on a 120-minute guided trip through Destin Harbor, Crab Island, the Gulf, and Santa Rosa Sound. Your English-speaking guide handles the route and safety briefing while you watch for bottlenose dolphins, rays, and manatees. Guides David and Carlos have earned special praise for helping first-time riders relax.

“We had a fantastic time! Carlos was a great guide! We got to see the dolphins as promised! It was all that we expected!”

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