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Best Harbour Speedboat & Jet Boat Rides Around the World — Our Top 10

10 tours  ·  from $52 a head

Thirty minutes, a lot of spray and a driver who does the spins on purpose. The 10 below are compared on ride length, whether you will get soaked and the minimum age each operator sets.

30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist - Starting at Jetty 1 beside the Opera House
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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure - Starting at Cabrillo Isle Marina
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San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure

2.San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 716 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Drive your own F13 speedboat around San Diego Harbor, passing the USS Midway, sea lions, Coronado Bridge, and historic ships.

“Some technical difficulties had us start 30 minutes late. Otherwise the host was great and tour was fun.”

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Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor - Searching the Gulf for dolphins, stingrays, and sharks
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Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor

30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride - The Opera House and Harbour Bridge from the water
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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

Sydney Speed Boat Adventure Harbour Tour - Starting at Rose Bay West Boat Ramp
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Sydney Speed Boat Adventure Harbour Tour

6.Sydney Speed Boat Adventure Harbour Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · from $96

Take the wheel on Sydney Harbour in a guided red speedboat tour past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, islands, beaches, and naval sights.

“Had an absolutely great time! Great way to get up and personal with some waves in the Sydney harbour. Tour guide was really nice and approachable, made you feel at ease and confident before heading out. Highly recommend this to anyone even if you’re a local.”

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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride: Jet Blast - The Opera House and harbour islands from the water
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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride: Jet Blast

7.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride: Jet Blast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $60

Sydney Harbour Jet Blast review: a fast, wet 30-minute ride with spins, landmark views, practical tips, price advice, and booking guidance.

“I was very nervous because I don’t ride roller coasters or anything else. However after speaking to a girl at the counter before signing up for the ride I felt a little bit more comfortable. During the ride I enjoyed more and more the tricks. At the end I was yelling for more 360 degree Spins. Whoohoo, let’s do it. But, keep in mind the ponchos do not keep you dry.”

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Cork Harbour RIB Tour - Leaving Cobh and seeing the harbour from water level
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Cork Harbour RIB Tour

8.Cork Harbour RIB Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Review of the Cork Harbour RIB Tour from Cobh, with Spike Island, naval ships, coastal views, pricing, age rules, and booking advice.

“Had the best time touring the harbor on RIB boat! Enjoyed the commentary, gorgeous views and fun bouncy waves! Definite highlight of our visit to Cobh.”

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Sydney: 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride from Darling Harbour - Meeting at Cockle Bay Wharf
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Sydney: 30-Minute Jet Boat Ride from Darling Harbour

Auckland: Waitemata Harbour Jet Boat Ride - Starting at Westhaven Marina
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Auckland: Waitemata Harbour Jet Boat Ride

10.Waitemata Harbour Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 8 reviews · 35 min · from $71

Ride Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour by jet boat with fast spins, harbour views, and a close look at the Harbour Bridge.

“This was an easy access activity with lots of water splashing. Great for kids of all ages. The meeting point is Z pier as advertised except, there’s no signage.”

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