The Ultimate Guide to Jet Boating in Fiji
Inject a bit of adrenaline into your Fijian getaway with a jet boat tour in Fiji! That’s right, Fiji is home to three exciting jet boat tours taking you to the remote interiors of Fiji’s main island, Viti Levu, as well as to the idyllic outer islands. After an exciting journey, Fiji’s jet boat tours incorporate cultural village visits and island resort visits. Find out everything you need to know about jet boating in Fiji in this ultimate guide!
And if by “jet boat” you meant “jet ski”, then let us guide you to our 5 Best Jet Ski Tours in Fiji instead.
What You Need to Know About Jet Boat Tours in Fiji
- Fiji’s jet boat journeys are more about getting to remote and exciting destinations quickly. However, if you’re looking for 360° spins, you’ll only get that with Sigatoka River Safaris
- There are no age limits for jet boating in Fiji, making the experience ideal for the whole family
- Make sure you bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a sunhat (that will stay on your head at high speed) and walking shoes. If heading to the outer islands with Excitor Fiji, you might also want to pack your swimwear, towel and snorkelling gear.
© Sigatoka River SafariSigatoka River Safari
Experience the Coral Coast in a highly exciting way with Sigatoka River Safari. Blast up the Sigatoka River, travelling deep into the island’s interior where you can experience the real Fijian culture. Stop by a local village and take part in a traditional kava ceremony before getting a tour of the village to learn more about the Fijian way of life. Your village tour concludes with an authentic Fijian lunch before making your way back down the Sigatoka River with high-speed thrills and 360° spins! The tour lasts approximately four to five hours.
Book your jet boat tour with Sigatoka River Safari on Viator or Tripadvisor. We also list this tour as one of the 5 Best River Cruises in Fiji.
Cost: Approximately FJ$275 per adult/FJ$140 per child
Location: Mavua, Coral Coast. Tours include Coral Coast resort pick-ups. Additional fees apply for pick-ups elsewhere on Viti Levu.
© Tourism FijiDiscover Fiji Tours
Explore some of the most dramatic river scenery in Fiji on a jet boat tour with Discover Fiji Tours. Departing from the Pacific Harbour, this jet boat tour takes you upstream, skimming along the surface of the water, stopping by a huge waterfall with a swimming hole. Partway through the tour, you’ll stop by a Fijian village lining the river to learn about villagers’ way of life, enjoy a barbecue lunch and take part in some other surprises along the way. Depending on the tour, you’ll even get the opportunity to do white water rafting down the gentle river rapids. The tour lasts approximately five hours.
Book your jet boat tour with Discover Fiji Tours on Viator or Tripadvisor. Plus, check out their white water rafting and bamboo rafting experiences in The Best Places to Do White Water Rafting in Fiji.
Cost: Approximately FJ$290 per adult (child fares are about half the adult price)
Location: Discover Fiji Tours river base, Naitata Road, Navua. Resort pick-ups are available for a fee.
© Excitor FijiExcitor Fiji
It’s hard to miss the two bright red and orange jet boats of Excitor Fiji, Thunder Jet and the original Excitor, blasting between Denarau and the Mamanuca Islands. Their signature trips include those to the Malamala Beach Club and Beachcomber Island, each with lunch included. Or you can mix things up by visiting both islands or jet boating to Beachcomber and combing it with entry to the Big Bula Waterpark. Whatever you decide, the jet boating portion of your excursion incorporates thrilling speeds. However, don’t expect 360° spins and adrenaline stunts; this tour is more about getting you to your destination quickly.
Book your jet boat tour with Excitor Fiji on Tripadvisor or one of the following tours on Viator:
- Beachcomber Burger and a Beer on Viator
- Big Bula Combo – Beachcomber and Big Bula Waterpark on Viator
Cost: FJ$170-$300 per adult/FJ$120-$180 per child
Location: Port Denarau Marina, Nadi. Free Bula Bus transfer from Denarau resorts included.
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That’s it for the best jet boat tours in Fiji. See more amazing experiences in the 101 Things to Do in Fiji. Plus, get even more tips from The Complete Travel Guide to Fiji.
