Water Sports in Surfers Paradise

Paddling, Surfing and Jet Skis for Groups

Weigh up your options for water sports, then enquire – free.

Category: Water SportsLocation: Surfers ParadiseListings: 6

Compare Surfers Paradise Water Sports Operators

Australian Kayaking Adventures - water sports on the Gold Coast

Australian Kayaking Adventures (Surfers Paradise)4.8 (1087)

From $45pp

Double sit-on-top kayaks make this an easy group outing for beginners, and the guides supply every piece of equipment needed.

Cheyne Horan School of Surf - water sports on the Gold Coast

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Cheyne Horan School of Surf (Surfers Paradise)4.6 (273)

From $60pp

First lessons stay in waist-deep water on soft boards, so complete beginners can get going at their own pace.

Aquaduck Gold Coast - water sports on the Gold Coast

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Aquaduck Gold Coast (Surfers Paradise)4.8 (3969)

From $65pp

A one-hour road and river trip aboard an amphibious duck, with private charters, kids' parties and group fares from Surfers Paradise.

Paradise Jet Boating - water sports on the Gold Coast

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Paradise Jet Boating (Surfers Paradise)4.9 (2919)

From $79pp

Fifty minutes of drifts, slides and full-circle spins, with a skipper's commentary on the sights between each burst of speed.

Jetboat Extreme - water sports on the Gold Coast

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Jetboat Extreme (Surfers Paradise)5.0 (9243)

From $89pp

Spins, slides and open-throttle runs across the Broadwater fill this 55-minute jet boat trip, with a few quieter stretches for sightseeing.

GoBoat Gold Coast - water sports on the Gold Coast

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GoBoat Gold Coast (Surfers Paradise)4.9 (371)

From $149

Bring a picnic, a speaker and even the dog, then set your own slow pace past the high-rises and riverside gardens on a hire of up to three hours.

Choosing a Day Out on the Water

Six water operators work from Surfers Paradise, and they sit at very different speeds. Jet boats at one end, a self-driven electric picnic boat at the other, and an amphibious duck, kayaks and surf coaching in between.

Sort them by how much effort and adrenaline you want:

Fastest is Jetboat Extreme, at up to 80 km/h, with 360-degree spins and a good soaking.
Paradise Jet Boating gives 50 minutes on the water with spins and a sightseeing run, leaving from Cavill Avenue.
Slowest is GoBoat Gold Coast, where you drive the electric boat yourself with no licence.
Aquaduck Gold Coast takes the road and then the canals, with a guide talking throughout.
Most physical are Australian Kayaking Adventures and Cheyne Horan School of Surf.

Boats on GoBoat Gold Coast seat 8 each, with several possible for larger crews.
Aquaduck charters take 30 per vessel, or 60 across two.
Paradise Jet Boating group rates start at 15, with the fleet seating 44.
Australian Kayaking Adventures runs a half-day island trip for up to 18, and hire for up to 28.

Team days and celebrations on the water

Cheyne Horan's two-hour clinic needs at least five people, and covers ocean awareness to etiquette.
Jetboat Extreme pairs the ride with venue hire and food at Driftwood Social for Christmas parties.
Aquaduck's kids' party is a private hour for up to 30, with a host and a captain's certificate.
Hens and bucks groups are welcome on the kayaks, as well as both jet boats.

Common Questions Before You Paddle Out

Which Surfers Paradise water trips mean getting soaked?

Both jet boats: Paradise Jet Boating says everyone will get wet, and Jetboat Extreme promises a good soaking, so wear clothes that can handle it.

Do we need a licence for an electric boat on the Nerang River?

No. GoBoat Gold Coast runs through safety and steering first, and nobody needs a licence.

Can beginners try the Surfers Paradise kayak tours?

Yes. Australian Kayaking Adventures uses stable double sit-on-top kayaks, and most guests have never paddled.

What are the starting prices for these Surfers Paradise boat rides?

From $65 per person on Aquaduck Gold Coast, From $79 per person with Paradise Jet Boating and From $89 per person with Jetboat Extreme.

Water Sports in Surfers Paradise

Compare Surfers Paradise Water Sports Operators

Choosing a Day Out on the Water

Group sizes for each Surfers Paradise operator

Team days and celebrations on the water

Common Questions Before You Paddle Out

Which Surfers Paradise water trips mean getting soaked?

Do we need a licence for an electric boat on the Nerang River?

Can beginners try the Surfers Paradise kayak tours?

What are the starting prices for these Surfers Paradise boat rides?

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