Top End Guided Jet Ski Tour.
Hidden coves. Volcanic headlands, This is the Top End.
The Top End Tour is your guided experience to Maggie’s Top End, packed with sightseeing, insights into our National and Marine Parks, local stories, and plenty of jet ski fun! Over two hours, explore some of the island’s most spectacular coastline, from secluded bays and rugged granite headlands to places only accessible from the water. With a local guide leading the way, it’s the perfect mix of adventure, sightseeing and discovering more of Maggie along the way.
Experience Maggie with our expert guides.
Explore 11 stunning bays, including 8 accessible only by sea and 2 accessible only by trail or sea.
Discover remote, largely untouched areas of Maggie’s Top End.
Learn about the island’s wildlife, ecosystems, history and protected areas from your local guide.
Hear local stories and insights about the places you explore along the way.
Small-group tour with personalised guidance and on-water supervision.
All gear provided, including thermal rashie, goggles, dry bag and safety equipment.
Tour photos included, taken by your guide.
$300 per jet ski - $150pp twin share. Weight and age restrictions apply.
Everything you need to know before you tour.
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Be Your Own Captain
Take control of your own jet ski for the entire tour while being guided and supported by our trained team.Professional Guiding & Safety
Every tour is led by an experienced guide who provides a full safety briefing, on-water supervision, route leadership, and marine-park compliance throughout the experience.Coastline Cruising
Travel along Magnetic Island’s iconic granite headlands and unique rock formations, with your guide sharing local knowledge about the coastline and surrounding National Parks.Marine Encounters
Keep an eye out for fish, turtles, rays, dolphins and, during the season, humpback whales, with your guide on hand to help spot wildlife and share info along the way.Hidden Bays & Island Stories
Visit secluded bays accessible only by ocean and hear light commentary about the area’s natural features, marine parks, and a few local stories from our crew.Equipment & EMC
We provide everything you need: thermal rashies, life jackets, goggles and dry bags.
Your Environmental Management Charge (EMC) contributes directly to the daily protection and management of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.Tour Photos Included
Relax and enjoy the ride, your guide captures photos throughout the tour, and you’ll receive full access at no extra cost. -
Photo ID
Bring one form of valid photo identification, such as a driver’s licence, 18+ card or passport. Your guide will check this during the pre-tour briefing.Credit Card
A credit card matching the ID is required for registration. No deposit is withheld, charges only apply in the unlikely event of an incident.Clothing
Wear something comfortable for check-in. We’ll fit you with a thermal rashie.Sunglasses & Hats
We provide tinted goggles for sun and splash protection. You’re welcome to bring a bucket or fishing hat with a secure strap (excludes straw hats, which can’t be worn on tour).Phones & Cameras
You’re welcome to bring your phone or small camera on the ski. Your guide will show you the safest storage options during the briefing.Sunscreen & Towel
Bring a towel for after your tour. If you didn’t pre-order sunscreen, feel free to bring your own, we include time to apply it once you’re suited up.Water Bottle
Bring a small reusable water bottle. Each jet ski glove box fits one bottle up to around 600 mL, and your guide will point out the safest way to store it. -
English Proficiency
Participants must have a clear understanding of English and be able to follow instructions and communicate effectively with their guide at all times.Swimming Ability
All participants must be confident, competent swimmers. This is essential for safety in the unlikely event of entering the water.Weight Limits
Single rider: 120 kg max
Twin share: 160 kg combined max
Age Requirements
Minimum age for a passenger with an adult (18+): 6 years old
(We recommend 8+ for the Full Island Tour due to duration and conditions.)Riders aged 16–17 may operate a jet ski alone but cannot carry an underage passenger.
A parent or guardian must also be booked on the tour, and both must present valid photo ID and a Visa/Mastercard at check-in.
Medical Conditions & Alcohol: Please read our Terms & Conditions before booking. You must confirm you have no pre-existing medical conditions that could affect your hire (e.g., back or eye issues), are not pregnant, and have a 0 BAC at the time of riding.
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Your safety and operational briefing begins at your booked tour time, covering essential information, riding techniques and marine-park requirements. For example, for an 8:30 AM booking, we aim to have you on the water by 9:00 AM.
Tour Durations & Finish Times
Top End Tour
2 hours on the water
Expected finish: 11:00–11:30 AM
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Daily Operations
Tours operate daily from Horseshoe Bay, with multiple departures per day during peak season, supported by our dedicated team of experienced guides who ensure quality, safety, and expert interpretation on every tour.
No Licence or Experience Needed
No previous jet ski experience or licence is required. Your guide will take you through everything you need to know before heading out.
Small Group Tours
We run small-group experiences with up to 10 participants, supported by one or two qualified tour guides, depending on conditions and group size.
Safety First
Before launching, you’ll receive a comprehensive safety briefing, equipment demonstration, and guidance on riding techniques and marine-park requirements.
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.
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Weather Planning
Occasionally, weather conditions, such as strong easterly winds, may prevent us from travelling east. If this happens, we’ll switch your adventure to our Five Beach Bay Tour and refund the price difference, keeping you informed every step of the way.Minimum Numbers
There is no minimum number required for our Five Beach Bay or Top End Tours. Our Full Island Tour requires a minimum of 2 jet skis (2–4 people) to operate. -
Coming from Townsville?
For our 8:30 AM tours, we recommend catching the 7:00 AM SeaLink passenger ferry from Townsville. SeaLink is the passenger ferry service and is different from Magnetic Island Ferries.Connecting Bus
When you arrive at the Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal, the connecting bus leaves at 7:40 AM and arrives in Horseshoe Bay at approximately 7:52 AM. This gives you plenty of time to grab a coffee, take a walk along the beach and make your way to our office before your tour.We Don't Recommend the 8:20 AM Bus
We ask you to arrive at our office at around 8:20 AM, ready for your 8:30 AM briefing. The later bus, which connects with the 7:45 AM ferry, doesn't arrive in Horseshoe Bay until after this time, making it too late for our morning tour.Bus Timetable
You can view the full Magnetic Island bus timetable here.Prefer a Taxi?
Taxis are also available on Magnetic Island. If you'd prefer to pre-book your transport to Horseshoe Bay, Magnetic Island Maxis is another option.
Our riders say it best.
This memory is going to be a highlight of our trip to North QLD.
We absolutely loved our jet ski tour. It was worth every cent and we would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see Magnetic Island in a unique way! Our guide, Josh, was wonderful. He was helpful, friendly and patient at all times. Safety was obviously a priority for the company. We are aged 60+ and despite not having a huge amount of experience on a jet ski, we totally loved the tour.
Great experience with friendly professionally run Jet Ski tour service.
Beautiful stretch of coastal surrounds to explore safely as their priority on their very stable jet skis, even on bumpier water. Love the opportunity to jump into the water to cool off mid tour. Great price, especially for twin share with the opportunity to take turns driving as long as of permitted age. Highly recommend!
Had an amazing experience with Josh, Andrew and Ash!
They were so accommodating and friendly. We did the 2 hour island tour and it was a highlight of the trip. Josh was very knowledgeable and entertaining. It was interesting to learn fun facts about each site and get a chance to jump into the water. Photos were included in the tour and all photos were amazing. They are something we will treasure. Highly recommend!!
