Supervised Jet Ski Hire.
No experience. No licence. Plenty of fun.
Take the controls and experience the fun of jet skiing in beautiful Horseshoe Bay. With Australia’s largest supervised jet ski hire area, you’ll have approximately 2 km² of open water to ride. Set your own pace and choose your own direction, with plenty of room to ride and enjoy the water.
Perfect for families, couples or friends, no jet ski licence or previous experience is needed, our experienced local team will show you everything you need to know before you take the controls. With a maximum of five hire jet skis on the water at once, plus our safety ski, there’s plenty of space to get comfortable, pick up some speed and have fun, while our team keeps a watchful eye throughout your session.
Your jet ski hire experience.
Every hire begins with a comprehensive safety briefing, covering riding techniques, equipment, the hire area and the rules for commercial jet skis.
Once on the water, our trained team will give you a practical demonstration and help you get comfortable before your hire begins.
Commercial jet skis are governed to 30 knots, still plenty fast enough for some serious fun on the water.
Jet Skis must remain 200 metres from beaches, rocks, vessels and other water users during the hire.
Our trained team supervises the hire area throughout your session and is there to assist when needed.
Share the fun with family or friends, with beach swap-outs available during your session.
Keep an eye out while you ride, turtles, rays, dolphins and birds of prey are all visitors to Horseshoe Bay.
Choose your ride.
30 minute jet ski hire - $120 per jet ski
Perfect for first-timers, couples or smaller groups looking for a quick hit of fun on the water.
30 minutes riding time
Share one jet ski between up to 4 people. Age and weight restrictions apply.
Beach swap-outs available
Watch provided to keep track of your time
Secure storage while you ride
Allow approximately 1 hour total for your safety briefing and 30-minute hire.
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1 Person: The ski is all yours. Enjoy the full 30 minutes on the water with no need to share your riding time.
2 People: Ride together for the full 30 minutes, or swap at halfway and enjoy 15 minutes riding solo each.
3 People: One rider can stay on for the full 30 minutes and swap passengers at halfway, or one person can ride solo for 15 minutes before the other two ride together for the final 15 minutes.
4 People: Split into two pairs and swap at the 15-minute mark, giving each pair 15 minutes on the water.
Maximum combined weight for two riders is 160 kg. Age, weight and rider restrictions apply. Please see below before booking.
60 minute jet ski hire - $200 per jet ski
More time to ride and more time to share, making this a great option for families and larger groups.
60 minutes riding time
Share one jet ski between up to 8 people. Age and weight restrictions apply.
Beach swap-outs available
Watch provided to keep track of your time
Secure storage while you ride
Allow approximately 1.5 hours for your safety briefing and 30-minute hire.
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1 Person: The ski is all yours. Enjoy the full 60 minutes on the water with no need to share your riding time.
2 People: Ride together for the full 60 minutes, provided your combined weight is under 160 kg, or swap at halfway and enjoy 30 minutes riding solo each.
3 People: Enjoy 20 minutes riding solo each, or ride as a pair and swap one person every 20 minutes.
4 People: Enjoy 15 minutes riding solo each, split into two pairs for 30 minutes each, or swap every 15 minutes to mix up your combinations.
6 People: Split into three pairs and swap every 20 minutes, giving each pair 20 minutes on the water.
8 People: Split into four pairs and swap every 15 minutes, giving each pair 15 minutes on the water.
Families: From one adult and one child through to larger families, the 60-minute hire gives you plenty of flexibility to swap and share the ski. We’ll help recommend the best combinations based on the ages and weights of your group.
Maximum combined weight for two people is 160 kg. Age, weight and rider restrictions apply. Please see below before booking.
Everything you need to know before you hire.
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30 or 60-Minute Hire
Choose between 30 or 60 minutes on the water within our 2 km² supervised jet ski hire area.Safety Briefing & Demonstration
Every hire includes a comprehensive safety briefing, equipment demonstration and practical on-water instruction before you take the controls.Safety Equipment
We provide all required safety equipment, including life jackets and seasonal stinger pants.Supervision & Support
Our experienced team supervises the hire area throughout your session, with on-water support available whenever needed.Share Your Jet Ski
Share the fun with family or friends, with beach swap-outs available throughout your session. Age and weight restrictions apply.Watch
Each jet ski has a watch so you can easily keep track of your riding time.Secure Storage
Secure storage is available for personal belongings while you're out on the water. -
Photo ID
Bring one form of valid photo identification, such as a driver's licence, 18+ card or passport. Our team will check this during your briefing.Credit Card
A Visa or Mastercard matching your ID is required for registration. No deposit is withheld; charges only apply in the unlikely event of an incident.Clothing
Wear something comfortable that you don't mind getting wet, such as board shorts and a rashie. We have a limited number of seasonal stinger pants available, but recommend bringing your own if you have them.Sunglasses & Hats
You're welcome to wear sunglasses or a secure hat at your own risk. Our team will give you advice on keeping them safe while riding.Phones & Cameras
You're welcome to bring your phone or a small camera on the ski. Our team will show you the safest storage options during your briefing.Sunscreen & Towel
Bring sunscreen to apply before your hire and a towel for afterwards.Water Bottle
Bring a small reusable water bottle. Each jet ski glove box fits one bottle up to around 600 mL, and our team will show you the safest way to store it. -
Minimum Age
Children from 6 years old can ride as a passenger with an adult aged 18 or over.Riders Aged 16–17
Riders aged 16–17 can ride a jet ski alone but cannot carry an underage passenger (including another 16 or 17 year old). A parent or guardian must be present to complete the hire agreement, and both the rider and guardian must provide photo ID and a Visa or Mastercard.Weight Limits
The maximum weight for a single rider is 120 kg. For two people sharing a jet ski, the maximum combined weight is 160 kg, subject to conditions and approval by our team.Swimming Ability
All riders must be competent and confident swimmers. By booking, you confirm that you meet this requirement. If you arrive and cannot meet this requirement, unfortunately we cannot offer a refund.English Proficiency
Participants must have a clear understanding of English and be able to understand instructions and communicate effectively with our team at all times.Medical Conditions & Pregnancy
Participants must not have a pre-existing medical condition that could affect their ability to safely ride and cannot participate while pregnant. Please contact us if you're unsure.Alcohol
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Arrival Time
Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled start time. For example, for a 10:00 AM booking, please arrive by 9:50 AM.Hire Briefings
Our hire briefings generally run every 45 minutes. At your booked time, you'll complete your hire agreement before we take you through everything you need to know and get you ready to head out on the water.30-Minute Hires
Allow approximately 1 hour total for check-in, your safety briefing, gearing up, on-water demonstration and 30-minute hire.60-Minute Hires
Allow approximately 1.5 hours total for check-in, your safety briefing, gearing up, on-water demonstration and 60-minute hire.Late Arrivals
Late arrivals cannot delay the scheduled session, so please make sure you're ready to check in at your allocated time.Where to Meet
Find us in Horseshoe Bay, just a 1-minute walk from the beachfront bus stop. Look for the blue banner under the palm trees beside the boat ramp. Get directions here. -
No Licence or Experience Needed
No prior jet ski experience or licence? No worries! We'll show you everything you need to know before you head out.Safety First
Every hire begins with a comprehensive safety briefing, followed by an equipment demonstration and practical instruction on the water. We won't send you out until both you and our team are confident you're ready to take the controls.Your Hire Area
Once you're ready, you're free to set your own pace and choose your own direction within our 2 km² hire area. Our experienced team supervises the area throughout your session and is always close by if you need assistance.Commercial Jet Ski Rules
Our jet skis are commercially registered and governed to 30 knots. Riders must remain 200 metres from beaches, rocks, vessels and other water users while riding.Plenty of Room to Ride
We operate a maximum of five hire jet skis at a time, plus our safety ski, giving everyone plenty of room out on the water. -
Weather Conditions
Jet ski hires are weather dependent, and our team continually assesses the wind, swell and conditions in Horseshoe Bay throughout the day.Rider Combinations
Conditions can affect who can safely ride together. In larger swells or more challenging conditions, we may recommend single riders, change rider combinations or advise against smaller children riding for their safety and comfort.Safety Decisions
Our team makes the final decision based on the conditions and individual riders. We won't send you out if we don't believe the conditions are suitable for a safe and enjoyable hire.Changes & Cancellations
If weather prevents your hire from operating, we’ll work with you to reschedule, provide a voucher for a future visit, or arrange a refund.
Our riders say it best.
Buzzing with excitement.
We did a 30-minute jet ski ride with Magnetic Island Jet Ski yesterday and it was a fantastic experience — especially for our girls (14 and 11), as it was their first time on jet skis. The staff were excellent and did a great job explaining exactly what would happen, making sure everyone felt comfortable and confident before heading out. Safety was clearly a priority, which we really appreciated as parents. The girls absolutely loved it and came back buzzing with excitement. A fun, well-run experience and a great way to try jet skiing on Magnetic Island. Highly recommended.
Big groups, big fun!
We hired jet skis for a large group and had an amazing experience! The staff were organised, friendly, and made everything run smoothly from start to finish. All the equipment was in great condition, and everyone had a fantastic time out on the water. Highly recommend for group activities or anyone looking for a fun, hassle-free jet ski adventure!
The highlight of our 3 day adventure.
We are Townsville locals & have been to Maggie many times but never hired jet skis. Now that our grand daughters are approaching their teens we decided to try it. Wow! The service & level of professionalism that Andrew provided was execptional. His calm manner, very efficient hiring & briefing systems & extremely personable, engaging approach were refreshing & first class. We had an awesome experience that my grand daughters said was the highlight of our 3 day adventure.
