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All customers must be able to understand English, as they are required to demonstrate a clear and thorough understanding of the safety briefing and the operational instructions including the practical operation of the Jet Ski.
What to expect:
Discover the best of Magnetic Island on this flexible 70-minute guided jet ski adventure, departing from Breakwater Marina in Townsville.
Your journey begins with a thrilling ride across Cleveland Bay before rounding the shores of “Maggie” to explore one side of the island — the route chosen daily based on weather and wind conditions to ensure the smoothest and safest experience.
Northbound: Cruise past Cockle Bay and the historic SS Adelaide shipwreck, continuing around West Point and on toward Rollingstone Bay, a secluded stretch known for calm waters and coastal scenery.
Southbound: Glide along Picnic Bay, Nelly Bay, and Geoffrey Bay, tracing the island’s southern coastline and, when conditions allow, continuing to Arthur Bay, framed by granite headlands and fringing coral reef.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the island, spot local marine life, and capture incredible photos with your guide leading the way. It’s the perfect tour for guests seeking a shorter taste of Magnetic Island’s highlights, with the added excitement of a dynamic route tailored to the day’s conditions.
Please note:
Poseidon Jet Ski Tours perform a practical competency skill test prior to the commencement of all hires and tours. Poseidon Jet Ski Tours reserve the right to cease or alternatively terminate the hire or tour if the driver demonstrates a level of incompetence or behaves in manner deemed to be a risk to themselves or other users.
We also advise checking the weather before making a booking, Click here to check the forecast https://wind.willyweather.com.au/qld/northern/townsville.html
Medical conditions and fitness:
It is a requirement to inform Poseidon Jet Ski Tours before the hire or tour commences if you have a pre-existing medical condition or any other additional considerations that may or need to be taken into account, which could impair or in inhibit your ability operate the equipment safely and effectively.
All customers must demonstrate a minimum level of fitness, as most activities are more strenuous and physically demanding than others, you must also be able to tread water with a life jacket on in the event you are separated from the Jet Ski.
What to bring:
· Protective sun wear clothing.
· Towel.
· Driver’s license or alternative form of photo identification (e.g. Passport)
· Sunscreen.
· Water bottle containing water.
· Hat suitable for Jet Skiing.
– If bringing a camera please ensure there is a lanyard attached (if your mobile phone is not waterproof it may be advisable to leave behind. If you choose to bring your phone please note that in doing so this is at your own risk)
-You may bring your own stinger suit if you choose. There are also stinger suits available for hire or purchase.
What’s included:
· Life jacket
· Sunscreen (if you forget yours)
· Safety briefing and Jet Ski practical demonstration
· Bottled water (if you forget yours)
Lost items:
All Jet Skis have a forward storage locker and also have a glove compartment type storage area which has the capacity of housing personal items and within this space there is a secondary compartment that enables the safe and secure storage of your mobile phone and/or device. Please only bring with you what you require. Poseidon Jet Ski Tours will not be liable for any lost or damaged items. We encourage if wearing sunglasses to have a safety strap attached.
Weight restrictions and age limits:
Maximum weight of an individual person allowed to partake in activities provided by Poseidon Jet Ski Tours is rated to 130kg. Persons in excess to the weight limit pose an increased health and safety risk to themselves, customers, and team members. Poseidon Jet Ski Tours have rated the maximum carrying capacity of the Jet Ski to 200kg for tandem riders. This weight restriction is inclusive of the riders and luggage which must be adhered to at all times. This weight limit requirement is for the comfort and safety of our guests.
The minimum age for persons to operate the personal watercrafts is 16 years of age (If the person is under 18 years of age it is a requirement that the parent or guardian sign on their behalf), all passengers must be a minimum of age 8 years or older when riding in tandem.
Weather:
Poseidon Jet Ski Tours reserve the right to cancel or postpone or reschedule a tour or hire due to adverse or unfavorable weather conditions as your personal safety is of the utmost priority of Poseidon Jet Ski Tours. Poseidon Jet Ski Tours do not conduct tours or hire in adverse or unfavorable weather conditions.
Poseidon Jet Ski Tours may also recommend it be more suitable for a single rider to operator or partake in a guided tour or hire activity when the weather is favorable for a single operator, however could be considered unsuitable for tandem operation.
Expectations with weather forecasting: 5 – 10 knots = consisting of smooth conditions, light wave height, 10 -15 knots = consisting of partially smooth conditions with medium waves height, 15 – 20 knots consisting of mixed conditions with increased wave height.
