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15 Speedboat Trips Worth Flying For

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Every speedboat, RIB and jet-boat trip on the site in one place. The 15 below are the ones that earn the day, with what each costs, how long you are on the water and who it suits, and the full catalogue underneath.

Portimão: Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option - Carvoeiro and Algar Seco by Boat
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Portimão: Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option

1.Portimão: Benagil Caves Speed Boat Tour with Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,663 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20Our pick

Set out from Portimão with a skipper and guide for a 90-minute RIB-boat ride past Ferragudo, Carvoeiro, Algar Seco, and Benagil Cave. You can book a shared or private trip, and the sunset departure adds warm evening light on the return. Guides such as Sergio and Carlos are known for humor and clear commentary.

“Thé guide guy was very funny and the caves are magnificent. it's cool to see the caves from the waterside and get into it, it shows the amazing side of the caves.”

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Dubai: Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab Speedboat Tour - Finding Xclusive Yachts at Dubai Marina
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Dubai: Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab Speedboat Tour

2.Marina, Atlantis, Palm & Burj Al Arab Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,595 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $25

Ride from Dubai Marina to Jumeirah Beach in a fast, open-air speedboat. Your English-speaking guide points out Ain Dubai, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab, with stops for photos. Expect water splashes, sharp turns, and a mix of calm sightseeing and high-speed fun.

“Great fun trip. really good activity to see coastline”

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Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat - The Baedeker villa and Leipzig’s travel legacy
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Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat

3.Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,671 reviews · 1h 10m · from $18Best value

See Leipzig from its waterways on a 70-minute motorboat ride from Stadthafen. You’ll pass the Baedeker villa, Palmengartenwehr, Buntgarnwerke, Karl Heine Canal, and Stelzenhaus. Live guiding is in German, with a WeGuide audio option in English, French, and Dutch if you bring headphones.

“I liked our tour guide and everyone on the boat was extremely kind!! I am not German but I understood most of the tour - which was excellent.”

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Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour - Biševo and the glowing Blue Cave
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Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour

4.Blue cave, Mamma Mia and Hvar, 5 islands speedboat tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,150 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $111Top rated

Spend 10 to 12 hours racing from Split or Trogir across the Adriatic with an English-speaking skipper and a group of up to 12. Visit the Blue Cave, Komiža, Stiniva Cove, Hvar, and a swimming stop near Budikovac or the Pakleni Islands. Expect spray, wind, bouncing waves, and a full day outdoors.

“Fantastic tour lasted all day. Nino our tour guide was wonderful, very helpful, informative, and personable. The CPT of this speedboat was very experienced. Straddle seats and handles felt and made us very secure. Mama Mia Blue Cave was beautiful. We covered a lot of islands and miles with ample time to explore, eat breakfast, lunch, shop, etc. Well worth it!”

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Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour - Portimão and the first run across the water
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Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

5.Portimão: Benagil Sea Caves Speedboat Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,546 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20

Join Atlantis Tours in Portimão for a 90-minute RIB speedboat ride to Benagil. Guides such as Bernardo, Simon, Rui, and Mik add local stories and humor while the captain takes you past Ferragudo, Carvoeiro, Algar Seco, and Carvalho Beach. Cave entry depends on sea conditions.

“We had an excellent experience. Our guide was informative, friendly and entertaining. Due to recent weather conditions we could not enter the caves. We were given ample notice and an opportunity it to re schedule if desired. We went ahead and had a great time. Captain was able get very close to caves. Highly recommend!!”

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Albufeira: Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour - The Algarve coast between Albufeira and Benagil
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Albufeira: Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

6.Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,316 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $40

Cruise from Albufeira to Benagil on a shared or private speedboat, with a live guide such as Ana, a short swim stop, dramatic caves, and a chance to see dolphins. Skipper Ruben is often praised for smooth, careful handling, though sea conditions can change the route.

“it was great didnt manage to go in the caves as it was too choppy but saw pods of dolphins and managed to get some great photos of them. The 2 guides really cared too (cant remember their names)”

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Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten - Pinel Island: calm water, lunch, and a slower hour
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Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

7.Captain Bob Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Beach Tour & Lunch St Maarten

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,336 reviews · from $139

Join Captain Bob’s small-group speedboat tour with Brett and Dylan for six hours around Dutch and French St. Maarten. Snorkel at Tintamarre and Creole Rock, relax on Pinel Island, swim at Mullet or Long Bay, and watch planes at Maho Beach. Lunch, drinks, gear, and snacks are included.

“What a great day we had with Captain Brent and Dillon. We arrived on a princess cruise ship for the day. Directions were very specific on the 15 minute walk where to meet them. We had an awesome day in Saint Martin! We went to two snorkRead more”

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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore - The 80-minute crossing to Symi
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Rhodes: Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

8.Speedboat Trip to Symi with Free Time to Explore

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,265 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $35

Travel from Rhodes’ Kolona Harbor to Symi aboard a modern speedboat with air-conditioned seating, an open sundeck, and a small bar. The 80-minute crossing brings you into Symi’s picture-book harbor, where you have several hours to eat, shop, walk the Kali Strata, or find a place to swim before returning.

“It was a really good day and definitely good value for money, the only thing I would say is that in the morning a lot of the other guests just all barged their way on to get onto the boat, despite myself and others already queuing up.”

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NYC: Circle Line "The Beast" Midtown/Downtown Speedboat Ride - Choosing between Midtown and Downtown
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NYC: Circle Line “The Beast” Midtown/Downtown Speedboat Ride

9.Circle Line “The Beast” Midtown/Downtown Speedboat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,259 reviews · 30 min · from $34

The Beast is a 70-foot jet-powered speedboat that races from Midtown or Downtown to the Statue of Liberty at up to 45 mph. Expect live narration, a music soundtrack, sharp turns, and a strong chance of getting wet. Midtown tickets include access to Pier 81 BEAST’ro.

“Highly recommend!!!! Great way to cool off and see the Statue of Liberty! We had a blast and loved the music, views and staff! Thank you for great memories! Our kids couldn't stop smiling and singing!”

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Koh Samui: Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat - A southern pier keeps the speedboat time short
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Koh Samui: Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat

10.Pig Island & Koh Tan Snorkeling by Speed boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,149 reviews · 4 hours · from $52

Travel by air-conditioned minivan and speedboat to Koh Madsum and Koh Tan with Happy Samui. You get beach time with friendly pigs, snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, water, and guides such as Sun, Joe, and Cola. Short boat rides leave more time for swimming and island stops.

“I highly recommend this tour!! Sun and Coke Zero as well as the rest of the staff was awesome! There was about a total of 4 staff members making sure we were all good, communicating wi to us and being our personal photographers lol Sun was super awesome and funny! The driver picked us up from our hotel & was nice! The time spent on snorkeling and pig island was perfect for me, not too long and not too short. During the snorkeling we saw beautiful fishes and they found a huge starfish. Water was calm and just a beautiful day. Pig island was a great experience to see wild…”

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High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London - Boarding at the London Eye Millennium Pier
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High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London

11.High-Speed Thames River Speedboat in London

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,971 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Board at the London Eye Pier for a 50-minute Thames Rockets ride with an entertaining guide, music, landmark commentary, and speeds up to 30 knots. Expect a slower sightseeing run through central London, followed by a short, thrilling burst around Canary Wharf and the Docklands.

“This was a fun boat ride but not what we were expecting. We were hoping to get a little wet and do some super 8 turns and that was not the case. It was a super-hot day, so we were excited to get a little wet and that was not going to happen on this boat. So, if you are looking for that, this may not be the tour for you. However, if you are looking for a fun, fast, upbeat boat ride then this would be the ride for you. The ride was very fun we got to see all the bridges and get some history behind them it…”

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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch - Hong Island beach, the main event
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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

12.Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,952 reviews · 6 hours · from $43

Spend six hours touring Hong Island, Pakbia, Lao Lading, and Hong Lagoon by speedboat. You’ll swim, snorkel, eat lunch, and climb to Hong Island’s 360-degree viewpoint. English-speaking guides such as Fay, Gina, and Payu lead the day, with hotel transfers and water included.

“What a wonderful day! Our guide, Fay, was a blast—so friendly and helpful, just like everyone else on the crew. The third stop was pure paradise, and we had a fantastic time on the speedboat. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone! Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx”

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Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride - Nineteen lines through the forest canopy
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Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

13.Puerto Vallarta Best Zipline Canopy + Tequila and Speed Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,786 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $120

Los Veranos Canopy Tour combines a bay speedboat ride or land transfer with 19 jungle ziplines, steep rainforest paths, tequila tasting, river swimming, kayaks, waterslides, and a small animal sanctuary. Guides such as Pepe, Edgar, Chica, and Fernando keep the course lively and safety-focused.

“This adventure was so much fun! The guys were funny and kept the experience light. They were always checking on you and making sure you were ok. The restaurant food was good, nice area to swim snd fun tequila tasting at the end. Highly recommend.”

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Dubai Marina : 1.5-Hour Atlantis Sightseeing Speedboat Tour - Finding the boat behind Al Rahim Mosque
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Dubai Marina : 1.5-Hour Atlantis Sightseeing Speedboat Tour

14.Dubai Marina : 1.5-Hour Atlantis Sightseeing Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,747 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $23

Leave from behind Al Rahim Mosque for a 90-minute English-guided speedboat ride past Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis, and Burj Al Arab. Expect photo stops, bottled water, landmark facts, and some lively turns. Evening departures add sunset and city-light views.

“We had an amazing time and would highly recommend.”

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Split: Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour - Borkko Beach Bar on Čiovo
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Split: Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour

15.Blue Lagoon and 3 Islands Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,406 reviews · 5 hours · from $70

Join a small English-speaking group of up to 12 for a five-hour speedboat outing from Split. Guides such as Linda, Simon, Paško, Luka, and Ivan lead stops at Borkko Beach Bar, Blue Lagoon, and UNESCO-listed Trogir, with swimming, snorkeling, music, and coastal views.

“We had a fantastic 5-hour trip with skipper Luka and guide Linda! Luka made the boat ride extra fun with great music, while Linda kept the tour lively and informative. We loved the stops at the beach bar, snorkeling in the Blue Lagoon, and visiting beautiful Trogir. Highly recommended!”

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