8 Sydney Jet Boat Rides Worth Booking

1.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 841 reviews · from $60Our pick

Meet at Circular Quay for a 30-minute ride on Thunder, a jet boat that can reach 75 km/h and perform spins, slides, fishtails and power stops. You’ll pass the Opera House, Taronga Zoo, Rose Bay and Luna Park, with a captain at the helm and ponchos and life jackets provided. Expect a fast ride, harbour views and a good chance of getting wet.

“Absolute blast. Thank you. We were pleasantly greeted, assisted with putting on coats and life jackets. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. They made sure to help everyone on the boat, doing checks and explaining things thoroughly. The driver was full of personality and tbh I laughed and cheered and some might find this strange but it was soooo peaceful for me roaring and spinning and turning in the boat around the harbour. And boy, does that boat have a motor. Thanks guys.”

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2.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · from $51

Meet your Oz Jet Boating captain at Circular Quay for a 30-minute high-speed circuit of Sydney Harbour. Expect spins, skids, landmark views and spray from every side. Your captain doubles as a guide, slowing down for sights and Sydney stories. Ponchos and lockers are provided; bring a change of clothes if you have plans afterward.

“Great people run this tour. Professional and a great way to see the harbour! Good music on the boat too! Felt safe on the vessel at all times - very clear instructions”

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3.Thunder Thrill Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 372 reviews · 30 min · from $41

Leave Circular Quay on a 30-minute jet boat ride with a live English-speaking skipper. Ease into the speed, then take on spins and power-slides past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and harbour islands. Captains including John, Jack and Will have earned praise for their humor and local commentary, but bring a change of clothes: the poncho helps, yet you can still get soaked.

“It was definitely more bang for your buck with the awesome manoeuvres our driver made!”

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4.Jet Boat Adventure Ride from Circular Quay

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 173 reviews · 30 min · from $40Best value

From Circular Quay, take a 30-minute ride in a 700-horsepower jet boat past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, and more. Your pilot adds slides, fishtails, wave riding, and spins; ponchos and life jackets are provided, but expect spray to get through. The ride starts and ends at the Eastern Pontoon.

“This jet boat ride was great fun! I was in the wet seat back corner, but the poncho does help. Pretty thrilling adventure for us and our 9 year old son!”

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5.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride: Jet Blast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $60

Leave Darling Harbour aboard HarbourJet for a 30-minute private ride with your group. Expect speeds up to 75 km/h, 360-degree spins, power stops and views of the Opera House, Taronga Zoo and Harbour Bridge. The crew shares landmark facts over surround-sound music. Ponchos are provided, but they will not keep you dry.

“Fantastic ride loved it a lot if you don’t want to get wet wear the poncho though . Definitely recommend this 🙌”

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6.30-Minute Jet Boat Ride from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 30 min · from $56

Leave from Cockle Bay Wharf for a 30-minute jet boat run across Sydney Harbour. Expect fast turns, power breaks and plenty of spray, with views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, Barangaroo and harbour islands. Skipper Isaac has been praised for his friendly manner, though the crew may vary. Ponchos and secure storage are included.

“I loved that amazing experience with my friends. The Jet boat guide is excellent in his job and so kindly. I'll recommend you of course!”

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7.30 Minute Slow Jet Boat Vivid Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14 reviews · 30 min · from $41

Take a relaxed 30-minute jet boat ride on Sydney Harbour during Vivid Sydney. From a small boat, you get 360-degree views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay, with life jackets and optional ponchos provided. The driver speaks English. Bring your own food and drinks, and arrive 30 minutes early.

“Would like the boat to have gone a bit faster though not jet boat speed Staff were great and obviously happy in their jobs”

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8.45-Minute Sydney Harbour Adventure Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $71

Take a 45-minute HarbourJet ride from Darling Harbour, reaching speeds of up to 75 km/h. Expect 360-degree spins, sweeping fishtails, power stops and ocean swells near Sydney Heads, plus views of the Opera House, Taronga Zoo and Harbour Bridge. The ride returns to its Cockle Bay Wharf meeting point.

“Fun time on the water. Prepare to get wet but it was both a tour of the harbor and a thrill ride. I’d do it again”

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