Magnetic Island Jet Ski Experience: Five Beach Bay in 90 Minutes
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Our Five Beach Bay Jet Ski Tour offers 90 minutes of hands-on adventure, sightseeing, and education. Departing Horseshoe Bay, guests captain their own jet ski under the guidance of a trained professional. The tour explores eight stunning bays, including seven accessible only by water, with the iconic Five Bays featuring five pristine beaches that are unique to the island’s other 18 bays. Along the way, enjoy swimming in secluded spots and take in Magnetic Island’s granite boulders, rugged rock formations, and hidden caves. Expert interpretation highlights local wildlife, ecosystems, and conservation initiatives, with potential sightings of turtles, rays, dolphins, humpback whales, and birds of prey. This experience perfectly balances adventure, education, and wildlife observation, demonstrating professional guiding in a protected marine environment. Note: Prices are per jet ski. Each jet ski can be shared by up to 2 riders. Weight and age restrictions apply.
Inclusions
What's included
- Captain your own jet ski for the entire tour with guidance and support from our trained team.
- Tour Photos: Full access to all photos captured by your guide at no extra charge.
- Explore 8 stunning bays, including 7 accessible only by ocean.
- Visit remote and rarely accessed coastal locations.
- All equipment provided: wetsuit, rashie, goggles, dry bag, and safety gear.
- One jet ski on tour (up to 2 riders, max weight 160 kg). No licence required.
- Led by a trained local guide providing in-depth knowledge and expert interpretation.
What's not
- Transfers from Ferry or Hotel
Itinerary
Experience an action-packed hour on our guided Five Beach Bay Jet Ski Adventure Tour. Captain your own jet ski while uncovering nine incredible bays, eight of which are accessible only by sea. Cruise along Magnetic Island's coastline, renowned for its granite headlands, unique rock formations, and the stunning backdrop of protected National Parks. Jet Ski through Horseshoe and White Lady Bays before heading towards the North-West Point of Maggie. Tuck in close to the coast as we navigate the famous Five Bays, offering the fastest access to these secluded coastal wonders. Our tours often have close encounters with marine life, including turtles, fish, rays, dolphins, and seasonal humpback whales. Learn about the island’s National and Marine Parks and gain a local perspective on Magnetic Island.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- As you arrive in Horseshoe Bay, we are located directly in front of the T-junction. Our office is on the right-hand side of the boat ramp, we have a big blue banner and shade sail on the foreshore.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 10 travellers
- Operated by
- Magnetic Island Jet Skis
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Age Requirements: Passengers must be at least 6 years old when accompanied by an adult, riders aged 16–17 may operate a jet ski alone but cannot carry underage passengers, and a parent or guardian must also be booked on the tour, with both presenting valid photo ID and a Visa or Mastercard at check-in.
- Weight Limits: Please note our skis have a weight restriction, this is for our insurance. Weight Limits: Single rider: maximum 120 kg. Twin share: maximum combined 160 kg.
- Swimming Ability: All participants must be confident, competent swimmers. This is essential for safety.
How it compares in Magnetic Island
- Its from-price is 66% above the median of the 23 experiences we list in Magnetic Island.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 13 of 23.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island, a short ferry ride from Townsville in north Queensland, is a hilly island of granite bays, bush walks, wild koalas and rock-wallabies.
Known locally as Maggie, the island lies in Cleveland Bay a few kilometres off Townsville and takes its name from Captain James Cook, who wrote in 1770 that it seemed to affect his compass. About half of it is national park, with eucalypt woodland and granite boulders above a coast cut into bays, and the small settlements of Picnic Bay, Nelly Bay, Arcadia and Horseshoe Bay sit around the shore.
