Water Sports on the Southern Coast

Choosing a Day Out on the Water

The Southern Coast's three water operators each work a different stretch of water. Rockingham's Jet Ski Tours Perth rides out across Cockburn Sound, Mandurah Boat Hire sends self-drive boats around the canals and estuary, and Perth Aqua Park in Baldivis floats an obstacle course on a lake.

Which one suits depends on your group's ages, swimming confidence and how much speed it wants.

Rockingham, Mandurah and Baldivis compared:

Rockingham suits hens, bucks and birthday crews after speed, with guided rides that need no licence or experience.
Mandurah suits a relaxed group day, with pontoons for six to 12 and BYO food and drinks, from $148.50 per group.
Baldivis suits kids and teens, with lifeguard-patrolled 50-minute sessions on more than 200 inflatable obstacles.
Mandurah Boat Hire's pontoons are the gentlest option for mixed ages, including dogs on selected boats.
Perth Aqua Park needs every guest to be a competent swimmer, aged six or older.

Perth Aqua Park can be hired privately for up to 250 people, and groups of up to 50 use standard ticketing.
Mandurah Boat Hire puts bigger parties on several boats so everyone heads out together.
Jet Ski Tours Perth confirms group packages and pricing directly once numbers are known.
Work teams book all three: team building on skis, Christmas break-ups on pontoons and end-of-year outings at the aqua park.

Safety rules to compare before booking

In Mandurah, the boats stay inside the sheltered estuary and marina, tracked on GPS with a rescue boat ready.
In Rockingham, an experienced guide leads every tour, and self-guided hires stay inside a marked area.
In Baldivis, buoyancy vests and waivers are compulsory, and younger children need adults with them.
Mandurah's boat driver must stay sober for the whole hire.

Common Questions Before You Paddle Out

Which Southern Coast water activity suits a kids' party?

Perth Aqua Park in Baldivis runs party packages for ages 6 to 16, with a session, hot chips, a drink and a reserved table.

What can a bucks group do on the water on the coast?

Jet Ski Tours Perth in Rockingham builds packages for bucks and hens groups on guided tours across Cockburn Sound.

Can we take our own drinks on the water in Mandurah?

Yes, Mandurah Boat Hire groups bring their own food and drinks, as long as the driver stays sober.

Do any coast water activities need a licence?

No. Jet ski tours and daytime boat hire both go ahead without a licence.

Water Sports in Southern Coast

Compare Southern Coast Water Sports Operators