Top 12 Sydney Speedboat Tours

1.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 841 reviews · from $60Our pick

Meet at Circular Quay for a 30-minute Thunder Jet Boat ride with drivers such as John and Tom. Hold on for 270-degree spins, fishtails, slides, wave riding, and power stops while passing the Opera House, Luna Park, Taronga Zoo, and Rose Bay. Expect music, spray, and a wet return.

“Had an awesome time. It was adventurous and we were able to some landmarks from the boat. We had taken this ride with 2 kids and they enjoyed it thoroughly!”

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2.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Thrill Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · from $51

Join Oz Jet Boating at Circular Quay for a 30-minute Sydney Harbour thrill ride. Your captain combines 270-degree spins, power slides, fast runs, and short sightseeing pauses near the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, and more. Ponchos and lockers are provided, but you should expect to get soaked.

“Fantastic- so much fun Staff were absolutely amazing and very friendly Great experience- highly recommend”

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3.Sydney Harbour: Thunder Thrill Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 372 reviews · 30 min · from $41

From Circular Quay, your English-speaking skipper takes you toward Sydney Heads at up to 75 km/h, mixing harbour sightseeing with 360-degree spins, sharp turns, music, and plenty of spray. Guides such as John, Jack, Will, and Tom are praised for lively commentary. Bring dry clothes.

“The activity was excellent and fun! Highly recommend the service provider.”

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4.Sydney Whale-Watching by Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 314 reviews · from $92

Join Ocean Extreme at Campbell’s Cove for a fast, two-hour ride from Circular Quay past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge into the Tasman Sea. Guides such as Blake and Sean explain whale behavior while the crew searches for humpbacks. Jackets are supplied, but expect a bumpy, breezy ride.

“This was an absolute fun way to go whale-watching - so much adrenaline with the excitement of the speedboat, and anticipation of whale-watching.”

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5.Jet Boat Adventure Ride from Circular Quay

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 173 reviews · 30 min · from $40Best value

Join Oz Jet Boating at Circular Quay for a 30-minute ride powered by a 700-horsepower jet boat. Expect sharp turns, sideways slides, spins, wave riding, and wet-weather gear, with views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Rose Bay, and Taronga Zoo.

“Great fun. We had a great experience on the jet boat and would recommend it to others”

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6.Sydney Speed Boat Adventure Harbour Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · from $96

Take the wheel of a red speedboat from Rose Bay with guide Dirk or another professional leader. After basic boating instruction and a life-jacket fitting, follow the guide past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Garden Island, Shark Island, and more. The tour lasts about 2 to 3 hours and carries no more than 8 people.

“Had an absolutely great time! Great way to get up and personal with some waves in the Sydney harbour. Tour guide was really nice and approachable, made you feel at ease and confident before heading out. Highly recommend this to anyone even if you’re a local.”

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7.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride: Jet Blast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $60

You’ll speed around Sydney Harbour at up to 75 km/hr, passing the Opera House, Taronga Zoo, Luna Park, Watsons Bay, and Rose Bay. Expect 360-degree spins, fishtails, power stops, music, landmark commentary, and a very good chance of getting soaked.

“The best fun!!! Our lady driver was so much fun. We thoroughly enjoyed this experience once the nerves went away!! Lots of laughing and got extremely wet in the back row.”

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8.Sydney Harbour: 30 Minute Slow Jet Boat Vivid Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14 reviews · 30 min · from $41

Board a slow jet boat near Ferry Wharf No. 2 for a 30-minute Vivid Sydney cruise. You will see the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Circular Quay lit at night from the water, with life jackets, optional ponchos, and English-speaking staff provided.

“Would like the boat to have gone a bit faster though not jet boat speed Staff were great and obviously happy in their jobs”

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9.30-Minute Jet Boat Ride from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 30 min · from $56

Join Harbour Jet for a 30-minute speed ride from Cockle Bay Wharf, with an English-speaking skipper such as Isaac at the controls. Expect fast runs, sharp spins, power breaks, big splashes, and views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Barangaroo, Double Bay, and Kirribilli.

“I loved that amazing experience with my friends. The Jet boat guide is excellent in his job and so kindly. I'll recommend you of course!”

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10.Whale Watching on Speed Boat with canopy from Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $98

Leave Campbell’s Cove Pontoon with Ocean Extreme for a two-hour whale-watching ride from Circular Quay. Paul and Luke are among the guides praised for making the trip both funny and informative. The fast, open boat reaches the ocean quickly, while its canopy and supplied windproof jackets help with the chill.

“The staff were very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. Overall a wonderful excursion. A must see in Sydney.”

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11.Sydney Whale Watching on Small RIB

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $98

Join Ocean Extreme at Circular Quay for a two-hour whale-watching trip aboard a 12-passenger RIB. Captain Cassie and the crew take you past Sydney’s harbor landmarks, through Sydney Heads, and into open water in search of humpback whales and other marine life.

“Even if we had t seen whales the boat ride was so much fun. The whales were the topping on the cake. They even showed off for us flapping their fin and showing us tails. Cassie was a great boat captain and allowed us to stay as long as possible to enjoy the whale experience.”

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12.45-Minute Sydney Harbour Adventure Jet Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $71

Ride Harbour Jet from Darling Harbour for 45 minutes of high-speed turns, fishtails, power stops, and 360-degree spins. You’ll pass the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, and Rose Bay, with ocean swells near Sydney Heads. Expect to get wet.

“Fun time on the water. Prepare to get wet but it was both a tour of the harbor and a thrill ride. I’d do it again”

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