7 Jet Ski Rentals in Australia to Build a Morning Around

1.30 min Jet Ski Hire – No Slow Zones

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · 1h 30m Our pick

You get a 90-minute marina experience with a 30-minute jet ski ride on the Gold Coast’s largest circuit. After an English safety briefing, you share one fast ski for two, or ride solo if you are 16 or older. Wildlife sightings are possible, but never guaranteed.

“During the safety training, we had to listen to the instructor and fill in the blanks in sentences. The instructor, who had one leg missing, mumbled as he read the sentences. I asked if he could speak more slowly. The instructor suddenly snatched my paper away and repeatedly asked in English what would happen if I died while jet skiing. He then told me I couldn't ride a jet ski. There were five of us, including myself, who had attended the safety training, and I was the only Asian from Korea. My friend and I had purchased this tour to create wonderful memories during our holiday, but I felt it…”

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2.Jet Ski Safaris – 30 Minute Jet Ski Hire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $93Best value

At Mariners Cove, you’ll receive a safety briefing, life jacket, sunscreen, and a watertight container before riding a jet ski north along the Gold Coast. The 30-minute hire uses a 1-kilometer circuit with four blue barrels, and you can ride solo or share with another person.

“Really fun to drive the jetski at the pace you're comfortable with. Can go as a duo (share a ski) if you want”

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3.Magnetic Island 60-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 8 People

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 1h 30m

At Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island Jet Skis gives you a safety briefing, practice run, life jacket, and 60 minutes in a 2-square-kilometre hire area. Share one ski with up to eight people using 15-minute beach swaps. No licence is required, but swimming skills and English are essential.

“Best in the bizz! Worth it Thanks for having us 🔥”

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4.Magnetic Island 60-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 8 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

At Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island Jet Skis gives you a 60-minute self-drive session across 2 km² of open water. Andrew, Ash, and the team handle the briefing and safety rules while your group rotates riders from the beach. Ages 6 and up can join, with strict weight, swimming, and age limits.

“Andrew & Ash were easy to get along with making the process run smoothly. I did a 60 minute hire, the skis were a little underpowered for my liking however coming from a hire background I understand they have to be. All in all, my son and I Read more”

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5.Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour

You get a safety briefing, practice run, life jacket, stinger pants, and 30 minutes on a supervised jet ski in Horseshoe Bay. Share one ski with up to four riders through 15-minute beach swaps, with no licence required. Keep under the weight limits and allow about an hour overall.

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6.Four-Hour Jetski Hire for Up to Two

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $114

Take a Seadoo GTI from Redland Bay and enjoy four hours of independent riding for up to two people. A valid PWC license, $2,000 bond, and fuel payment are required. Ride from the water or tow the ski to a location of your choice.

“Awesome experience from online booking to the self hire experience. Highly recommend and worth every dollar. Communication was great and the jet skis were fun.”

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7.Magnetic Island 30-Minute Jet Ski Hire – 1 to 4 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Take a self-drive jet ski around Horseshoe Bay with up to four riders sharing one ski and swapping on the beach. After a safety briefing and water demo, you can explore 2 square kilometres of open water, with guides nearby and chances to spot turtles, rays, dolphins, and birds of prey.

“Had an amazing time, our guide was friendly, funny, relaxed and approachable. The entire experience was efficient and well explained, the equipment was well appointed and explained very well. The happy an hour went far to quick, and we will be back!”

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