Paddling, Surfing and Jet Skis for Groups
Weigh up your options for water sports, then enquire – free.
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Top picks are the highest-rated activities of each type that publish a starting price.
The next highest-rated activities that publish a starting price, with group size and cost side by side.
| Activity | Type | Area | Group size | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetboat Extreme 5.0(9,243) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Surfers Paradise | Group size:Up to 26 | Price:From $89pp |
| Arro Jet Boating Gold Coast 5.0(1,459) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Main Beach | Group size:Up to 28 | Price:From $49pp |
| Surfers Parasailing 5.0(318) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Paradise Point | Group size:– | Price:From $95pp |
| Broadbeach Surf School 5.0(310) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Broadbeach | Group size:– | Price:From $55pp |
| Trident Jetskis Gold Coast 5.0(152) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Hope Island | Group size:Up to 20 | Price:From $133pp |
| Rod's BBQ Pontoon Hire 5.0(50) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Woongoolba | Group size:Up to 12 | Price:From $445 |
| GC Aqua Park 4.9(12,827) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Southport | Group size:Up to 450 | Price:From $29pp |
| Jet Ski Safaris 4.9(3,496) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Southport | Group size:– | Price:From $114.50pp |
| Paradise Jet Boating 4.9(2,919) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Surfers Paradise | Group size:Up to 44 | Price:From $79pp |
| Surfers Jetski Tours 4.9(1,383) | Type:Water Sports | Area:Paradise Point | Group size:– | Price:From $44.50pp |
Lowest per-person prices
SouthportGroups up to 450
Paradise Point
Surfers ParadiseGroups up to 28
Main BeachGroups up to 28
Broadbeach
Few Gold Coast decisions matter as much as which water you are on. The Broadwater and Nerang River give jet skis, kayaks, pontoons and picnic boats a sheltered playground, while surf schools work the open beaches at Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach and Currumbin, where conditions change the lesson. Thrill level comes next, then whether your group wants to be passengers or at the controls.
Here is how the main options tend to price:
Per-group boats often work out cheaper for a big party, while per-person prices suit a small crew. Prefer dry land for the celebration afterwards? Look at birthday party venues near your launch point, or see the boats that take a crewed charter instead.
Several guided tours and pontoon operators advertise that no licence is needed, but it varies by craft and route. Ask each operator what is required before you commit, and who in the group can take the controls.
The Broadwater and the Nerang River are more sheltered than the ocean, which is why paddling, pontoons and tours favour them. Wind and tide still have an effect, so a morning booking is a sensible choice.
Group lessons start at around $55 per person. Ask about private instructors for larger groups, what board and wetsuit hire is included, and how the coach-to-learner ratio changes as numbers grow.
For a big crew it often is, as pontoons are priced from $445 per group and you keep the boat for the hire period. A jet boat from $49 per person is the simpler choice for a short burst of excitement.
Most operators decide close to the time, as afternoon storms are common in humid months. Before paying, ask about rescheduling, refunds and how much notice you would receive.
Some can, with the aqua park and jet boats offering kids' birthday options. Other activities have age or size limits, so give the operator every guest's age when you enquire.
