30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride
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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

By Oz Jet Boating Sydney Harbour
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See Sydney's sights from the seat of a super-speed jet boat on this tour that's perfect for thrill-seekers and those who want to do something a little different on their Sydney vacation. Customize your own schedule with convenient tours that leave throughout the day. Hold your breath through daredevil maneuvers and then pull out your camera for photo ops of Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House.
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Ages 5-99, max of 23 per group
Duration: 30m
Start time: Check availability
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Highlights
  • See Sydney Harbour in an unusual, thrilling way on a jet boat
  • Take advantage of photo ops of some of the area landmarks
  • Commentary from your captain to learn about the area's history and culture
  • Waterproof clothing and lockers to store your valuables 

  • 30-minute Jet Boating Ride on Sydney Harbour
  • Safety briefing
  • Use of weatherproof clothing
What's not included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Get yourself to Circular Quay with your sense of adventure intact for this thrilling jet boat ride. No need for waterproof clothing, as gear is provided and there are lockers on-site to store your belongings. After meeting your captain for a safety demonstration, buckle your seat belt and head out into the famous Sydney Harbour. Enjoy knowing that you are seeing the harbor in a unique and unusual way, which will make for great stories and photos to share back home.  Throughout the course of the spins, skids, power brake stops, and fish tails, your captain will stop for great views of Fort Denison, Goat Island, Rose, Bay, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the Sydney Opera House.

Start:
  • Oz Jet Boating, The Eastern Pontoon, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
    Please check in 20 minutes prior to departure. • Train - A short walk from Circular Quay Train Station • Ferry - Disembark at Circular Quay • Sydney Opera House offers the most convenient parking station which is located under the Opera House and only minutes walk to Eastern Pontoon.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2978SYDJETTHRILL

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure time to check in.
    • Passengers must advise of any pre-existing medical condition prior to departure
    • Any person who may be pregnant, suffer from back, neck, or heart conditions, or have previous injuries that may cause a risk to their health, must not ride. All passenger's board and ride at their own risk.
    • Bookings are subject to minimum numbers.
    • 3.94 feet (1.2 meters) minimum height restriction applies to all passengers.
    • At check in all adult passengers will be required to present a valid picture ID (Licence, Passport, Proof of age card ect) that matches the name listed on the booking. If a valid id cannot be presented or the name does not match, your tickets will be cancelled.
    • Passengers under the age of 13 must ride with a parent/guardian who is over the age of 18.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 23 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2978SYDJETTHRILL

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      4.8 of 5 bubbles885
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    • Danny C
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome!
      Excellent, professional, safe experience with a great crew of lads operating. Highly recommended and massively enjoyable. Don’t wear hair gel 😂
      Written 23 December 2023
    • hlR9154BN
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      Great time, pretty views. Nice people to deal with, easily booked with the company I was travelling with. Glad I did it!!!
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    • YassineBsd
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Loved it
      Amazing experience, lots of fun and great staff. Cool and joyful mood from everyone made it perfect. Just quoting my 9 years old while in the midst of it: “zero % fear, 100% fun”.
      Written 10 December 2023
    • ElvieMogs
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Exciting & Wet
      We’ll organised, fun boat trip. Safety aspects were clearly explained. Anything that could be lost overboard or shouldn’t get wet was securely locked up in advance. Waterproof ponchos and good quality life jackets were provided. Hint-put the hood up on your poncho. I didn’t as I wasn’t bothered by wet hair and the water just poured down through the neck opening, front & back! Prepare to be very wet but it’s worth it
      Written 10 November 2023
    • Fiona F
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best Birthday Ever!
      We purchase the tickets for our sons 14th birthday which was last Sunday. The weather was perfect . From the point that I purchased the tickets the communication was great. The tickets were emailed straight away and text messages were received quickly. We were updated via text message about date and time. As it was our sons birthday they put my son , husband and daughter at the front of the boat. I was a little nervous but the staff were amazing, safety was key and their instructions were clear and to the point. It is simply the best way to see the harbour , it was so much and and were all were literally soaked. It was fast , bumpy , with turns that make you jump in your seat and so much fun . Best part our son never wiped the smile off his face at the end of the experience our sons words ‘best birthday ever!’
      Written 23 September 2023
    • 925cliffordc
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      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Just ok
      Just Ok ride didn’t really go that fast !!! did a few spins and the harbour water was flat and would of been better if the boat drove around a lot quicker
      Written 17 April 2023
    • K9324BKmarim
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      Brilliant experience and I am going to be there one more time soon. My kid enjoyed it to the fullest and made me happy
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    • kowsalyat2022
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      Thrilling experience
      This was my first ever Jet Boating experience and it was so good. Will recommend.Good to go with friends and family.
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      A real thrill !!!
      What an amazing ride, one you will want to do again and again. Great fun but you will get wet. Chris our driver was brilliant. Also the other two guys kn the harbourside. Very well organised. Would highly recommend.
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    • N2910POkarent
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      The staff were great and the driver was fun making the experience fantastic. Would definitely do again when in Sydney again.I recommend going barefoot.
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      Wave breaking twists, turns and dives !!! Soaking wet shoes, salt stinging eyes while having a great time !! I'm Over 50 yrs of age, so I was admittedly exhausted after the 30 minute experience. Excellent value !!!!
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    • Freedom81562
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      So much fun! We laughed heaps and ended up soaked but that was worth the trouble. Great staff, great vibe, great fun.
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    • Explore789681
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      Fantastic experience
      Had the most amazing trip today. So special to take a ride like this in such an iconic harbour. Ollie our driver was absolutely superb and if we ever come back to Sydney, we will definitely do this again. Thanks Guys!!
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      1st class operations with well trained staff
      Easy to deal with staff, had to postpone my original booking due to illness, no issues with re booking at a later date. Upon arrival for the jet boat ride the staff onsite were all upbeat and very helpful. The ride itself was great fun with the spectacular Sydney harbour as a backdrop! Being a Sydney local I would return and would highly recommend
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    Kristina L
    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2024 • Family
    We had the best time with Oz Jet Boating! I wasn't sure I would enjoy this outing but the ride was the perfect combination of excitement, laughter, and a great (albeit high-speed!) way to see many parts of the harbour. Our driver was personable and professional and ensured that everyone had a great time whilst feeling safe. We'll definitely be back with friends and family!
    Written 12 January 2024
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    c17ffy
    Redcar, UK10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Walking past this activity we seen the boat heading out and said it looked good with decent speed. As past back again we spotted the jetting and the boat about to launch. We quickly paid for two of us for the ride and hit the rest of the group. As we set off the driver was giving us clear instruction about the thrill manoeuvres he was going to attempt. Going quick and side to side motion a first then the first of many large turns. The poncho provided doesn’t really help but that doesn’t matter as it was so much fun. Expect to get we but you will soon dry off in the Sydney sun. Best and fastest speed boat ride we have been on whilst maintaining safety of the passengers with seat belts and life jackets provided. Give it a go you won’t be disappointed, just a little wet! 😄
    Written 10 March 2023
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    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an awesome review, we really appreciate it! We are thrilled to hear you had such a great time on your ride with us and we would love to welcome you back for another ride soon! :)
    Written 21 March 2023
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    MelissaDUB
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2025 • Couples
    Absolutely amazing experience, thrilling and walked away completely soaked but loved every moment. Highly recommend for those that aren't scared of speed and want a scenic views of the Harbour as well. I recommend bringing a change of clothes and some wet wipes as even with the Poncho you will still be soaked through with Harbour water. Great Valentines gift for him.
    Written 11 February 2025
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    Matthew
    Coventry, UK8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a thrill!, after arriving not long into Sydney for a holiday. Exploring the city was just wonderful but then this peaked interest. A speedboat ride, my word what fun it was. Was warned would get soaked but thought how bad could it be?. Going speeding through the harborugh, you had great music blasting then the driver counted down 3, 2, 1!. Some points were fine but having the harbour twice soak into my mouth. What a rush it was, utterly phenomenal, a definite recommendation especially on a warm day. But cream up as got a little burnt after the ride.

    Would do it again.
    Written 26 February 2024
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    Sam M
    SYDNEY2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    What great fun. Exhilarating, action packed and allot of laughing!

    Highly experienced driver who played awesome music as we hit the water - the two 10 year old girls thought was unbelievable fun!

    Thank You OZ JET BOATING SYDNEY HARBOUR
    Written 18 October 2023
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    Thank you for the awesome review, we really appreciate it. We are thrilled you all had such a great time and loved the tunes we played during the ride.
    Written 24 October 2023
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    Nata B
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023 • Solo
    The Jet Boat Thrill Ride was the perfect end to fun filled day of bridge climbing and city exploring. I would've happily gone around the bay for another trip or three but time was against me. I would highly recommend this attraction, and try to go poncho-free if the weather permits. I did, and loved the experience even more.
    Written 19 April 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us such an awesome review, we really appreciate it. It sounds like you had an adventure packed day and we are thrilled we were the perfect end to your day. We hope to welcome you back for another ride next time your in Sydney. Oz Jet Boating
    Written 26 April 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    MrsOdie
    Attleboro, MA14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were touring the Sydney Opera House when we saw an Oz Jet Boat go by. It happened to be my middle daughter’s 13th birthday & I thought it would be a fun thing to do to make the birthday all the more memorable. We went with a few other families that were part of our tour (we were there for a sports tournament), and we all had an absolute ball. I’m typically not a thrill seeker, and I would recommend this to anyone. The scenery is incredible and you have the option to buy a video and selfies taken during the boat ride. The pictures have the Sydney icons in the background, which is a great touch for tourists. Staff were friendly & welcoming. If you’re in Sydney, don’t miss it!
    Written 24 January 2025
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    Kara & Monish
    Airlie Beach, Australia20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    July 2024 • Couples
    Such an exhilerating experience for both of us. Perfect day to celebrate our anniversary. We were spoiled with a private jet setting thrillseeking adventure!
    We definitely recommend to any people with go-getter attitude and a great sense of adventure to pop in and see the amazing staff that made the adventure possible.
    Thank you to the incredible staff Chris, Zac and Morverne for your wonderful friendly service we will never forget this special moment.
    Written 25 July 2024
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    Penny O
    Castle Hill, Australia24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2022
    So much fun! A great experience that we recommend to everyone! Our driver Ollie, made the trip so enjoyable. He was interactive with us, played some great tunes for us and we had a good laugh the whole time. Thanks Oz jet boating and the lovely crew.
    Written 26 January 2022
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    Thanks so much for taking the time to review our ride and mention our crew too. They are awesome! Thrilled to hear you had fun with Captain Ollie!
    Written 5 February 2022
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    Elaine D
    New Plymouth, New Zealand11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2020
    What a fabulous half hour we spent with these guys. It was fun from signing in to actually saying goodbye. A trip for young and old alike. Be prepared to get very wet A must do activity in Sydney worth the money..Would recommend to anyone.
    Written 28 March 2020
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