Cairns Jet Boat Ride
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Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
- 35 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get your adrenaline pumping on a Cairns jet boat ride. As you zoom across the waters of Trinity Inlet, hang on tight while the experienced boat captain performs spins and other maneuvers to make sure you stay cool in the splashing water. Admire landmarks from the boat, and keep your eyes open for marine life—you may get lucky and spot a crocodile. It’s a great way to spend 35 minutes in Queensland’s tropical heat.
- 35-minute jet boat ride on the Trinity Inlet, from Cairns
- Zip around the Trinity Inlet on a fun and thrilling high-speed jet boat
- Cool off in the tropical heat from the waves splashing against the boat
- Hang on as your expert captain makes the boat spin and slide along the water
- See the sights of Cairns with commentary from your captain
- Keep your eyes peeled for crocodiles and other wildlife
- Safety briefing and all safety gear is included
What's Included
- 35-minute jet boat ride
- Safety briefing
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Photo package available for purchase
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Cairns Marlin Marina1 Spence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
Berth A1, The Marlin Marina, Cairns, 4870
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum height 110cm - applies to all passengers
- Not suitable for anyone who may be pregnant
- Passengers must advise of any pre-existing medical conditions prior to departure. This may restrict you from being able participate.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
mathew_b
My partner and I had an absolute blast! Steve our jet boat operator also spotted a baby croc along the mangroves.
Was so much fun that we have booked it again tomorrow!
Huge shout out to the Team at Bad Fishy!
Reviews
4.9
based on 437 reviews
Pam_Y, Apr 2026
If you like feeling exhilarated this is it. Be prepared to get wet from the water spray so suggest clothing that dries out quick or is designed for getting wet. Hold on tight and enjoy the ride!!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Wonderful! We are stoked to hear that you enjoyed the ride, Pam :)
Louise_R, Mar 2026
You get wet but awesome experience would do it again the driver was excellent and the music was good as well
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Wonderful! It makes us so happy to hear that you had an awesome experience :)
Caroline_S, Feb 2026
Be prepared to get wet. Great fun. Steve our driver was entertaining but professional. I was a little apprehensive but loved it and will definitely do the same again.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
We are stoked to hear that Steve was entertaining and professional and we look forward to having you join us again :)
Magdelena_d, Jan 2026
It was absolutely exhilarating. I would do it again! Highly recommend. Communication was great and very friendly crew.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
We are stoked to hear that you had an absolutely exhilarating ride and that the crew were very friendly :)
SHEILA_R, Jan 2026
My tour did not run due to a Port evacuation because of a cyclone. Provider promptly refunded my payment.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thankyou for your review, Sheila.
We are sorry to hear that the tour was unable to go ahead due to the unsafe weather. We are glad to hear that you received your refund promptly.
We hope to have you join us in the future :)
Sue_B, Dec 2025
It was absolutely fantastic the staff were great and our driver was amazing! It was our 6 year olds first time on a jet boat and he said it was the best day ever! You definitely get wet thats for sure 10 out of 10 from this family!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
We are stoked to hear that you had a fantastic experience and that your 6 year old had the best day! :)
Charles_S, Dec 2025
It was a lovely experience, adrenaline provoking and enjoyable. Our pilot Melinda was great and gave us so many swings which was the height of the experience. Melinda also took loads of pictures and videos which was great. The music she was playing kept us in the vibe. We thoroughly enjoyed the Jet Boat Ride.
I recommend this activity to any visitor coming to Cairns. You need to being changing clothes tho - as you will get wet in the experience.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thankyou for your review Charles! It makes us so happy to hear that you had a lovely experience and that Belinda was a great captain :)
Madeleine_P, Nov 2025
I had a great time, throughly enjoyed the experience. Wear shoes, it’s Cairns; the ground gets hot enough to blister skin.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
We are stoked to hear that you had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed your experience :)
mathew_b, Nov 2025
My partner and I had an absolute blast! Steve our jet boat operator also spotted a baby croc along the mangroves.
Was so much fun that we have booked it again tomorrow!
Huge shout out to the Team at Bad Fishy!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
We are stoked to hear that you and your partner had an absolute blast! We look forward to having you join us again :)
Kristy_B, Nov 2025
Good fun experience highly recommend for all except if you have any injuries . Great staff very professional people.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thankyou for your review, Kristy! We love to hear that you had a good fun experience :)
Nicole_P, Oct 2025
Wow what a rush…speed was amazing.
The turns even better.
If you don’t like getting wet don’t go.
Wish the ride lasted longer.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thankyou for your review Nicole! We are stoked to hear that the speed was amazing and that the turns were even better :)
Adam_R, Oct 2025
You’ll get soaked 😩😂 all part of the experience. Few more spins would’ve been even better but still great
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thankyou Adam for your review! That is true, you will get soaked :)
Debra_S, Oct 2025
Great group of people running the tours..Boat Driver was awesome!!!
Def would do this again.. highly recommend
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thankyou for your review! It is wonderful to hear that the driver was awesome :)
India_T, Sep 2025
Had an awesome time, was heaps of fun and saw some crocs to! Staff were lovely , would definitely recommend
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thankyou for your review, India! It makes us so happy to hear that you had an awesome time and that the staff was lovely :)
Antonio_D, Jun 2025
The whole tour from start to finish was a blast. The crew did a great job getting everyone ready beforehand, so we were able to leave the marina on time and get to the fun. Harry was the best and made sure everyone was doing alright throughout. High speed adventure fun and great way to see the Inlet and the harbor!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Wonderful! We are stoked to hear that the crew did a great job and that you had a blast! We hope to have you join us again soon :)
Maree_R, May 2025
We had a girls trip to Cairns and we decided to have a go on the jetboats. We had the best time and would highly recommend this
Response from Host, May 2025
Thankyou Maree! We are stoked to hear that you had the best time!!
Melanie_F, Apr 2025
Had so much fun on this ride. Was a great way to see the Cairns waterway! We had to change our booking date due to flight delays and Jamie one of the staff was more than happy to help us out. She was friendly, pleasant and moved our ride to a later date with no fuss at all. Amazing lady, thank you!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Great! Thankyou for your review Melanie. We are so happy to hear that you got to experience the jet boat ride :)
Rachael_M, Apr 2025
Amazing. Staff were wonderful. Had the best time. Lots of fun. Make sure you’re ready to get wet!!!!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Wonderful! We are stoked to hear that you had the best time!! We can't wait to have you join us again in the future :)
David_S, Apr 2025
An excellent adventure! While their day was busy with tours, we lucked out and where the only 2 folks signed up for our time slot. Other companies might have tried to talk us into switching or worse yet cancel. Instead, they welcomed us to our private tour! We had a fabulous time and as the only guests the camera was focused on us so we had to buy the extra photo package. Great ride - great company.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Amazing! Thankyou for your review David! We are so glad to hear that you had such a special private experience. I'm sure the photos would have been amazing to keep for the memories :)
Bronwyn_L, Apr 2025
Oh wow! What a fun experience! Our pilot Steve took us up into Trinity Inlet and it was amazing. We got wet (as u are supposed to) and it was great! Would definitely recommend it - it's adrenaline fuelled fun! Thanks team!!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Awesome, thankyou for your review! We love to hear that you had a fun experience, and that Steve was amazing :)
Jaycy_J, Mar 2025
Prepare to get SOAKED! Loads of fun! Magnificent views on the boat ride too. They take loads of photos with Go Pro which you can purchase afterwards.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
We are stoked to hear that you had loads of fun!! You sure do get soaked!
Jenna_B, Oct 2024
Staff were amazing so helpful and a lot of fun! They made the trip fun for everyone. They gave us strict safety instructions which the kids understood if needed to be used
Raymond_R, Aug 2024
Great action and excitement with friends, boat driver was awesome and had a real crack on a windy day though
VanBachC, Jul 2024
Strongly recommend. We had so much fun. Love the vibe & the music (great song choice, Jack!).
Love the fast speed & those spin 😁
John_A, Jul 2024
The boat is quite loud and driver had music deafening loud. If paying customers were workers the volume of music would be way beyond what is considered safe for hearing.
Pedram_S, Apr 2024
It was a great ride and experience, maybe a photographer outside of the boat could take better photos than standing camera inside the boat, but could be option to improve.
Harmeet_V, Apr 2024
Loved it.. Every one should try this.. even kids.. great fun experience..The captain Sam is great.. .
Kim_T, Jan 2024
So much fun, zig zagging and spinning..adrenaline pumping..about 40 minutes so left time to do other attractions . Boat captain was also quite funny.
Meghna_G, Nov 2023
Crew (Harry) was the best.. kids had a blast with the donuts on the water !! The ride was super fun for all !!
Yasmin_D, Nov 2023
Was a fantastic trip! We saw some of the sites and had a great boat trip! Would highly recommend to all!
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