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Extreme ActivitiesFor Adrenaline Junkies

Experience the excitement of jumping from a plane, speeding over the water in a jet boat or doing loop-the-loops high in the sky over Surfers Paradise. What a rush!

Immerse yourself in the electrifying pulse of the Gold Coast with an array of heart-pounding adventures. While serene pursuits like bushwalking, winery tours, leisurely boat cruises, and exploring art galleries await, the region attracts thrill-seekers with an adrenaline-packed menu of experiences to explore.

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From the exhilaration of leaping from great heights in a skydive to the rush of jet boating and the daring plunge of bungy jumping, there's a wide range of thrilling activities to get your blood pumping. For those craving an intense rush for the entire family, the Gold Coast's theme parks promise an adrenaline fix like no other. Get ready to elevate your experience and conquer boundaries amid this vibrant coastal paradise.

Jet Boating on the Gold Coast

Looking for your next adventure? Why not try the thrill of Jet Boating!

There are several tour operators on the Gold Coast, take your pick below and book online! You can even combine a jet boat ride with another activity for an even more amazing experience.

Calling all adrenaline junkies, this activity is for you! Jet Boat Extreme departs from the heart of Surfers Paradise and is jam-packed with fun, adventure, thrills and beautiful scenery. The twin jet-powered 600hp turbocharged jets will give you 360-degree spins, power slides and amazing speeds through the Gold Coast Broadwater and Seaway. Slide along sandbanks and pristine beaches and be warned, you're going to get a little wet!

 Location: 30 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise, QLD

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Enjoy an exciting 55-minute thrill ride with Paradise Jet Boating. Departing from Marina Mirage, the high-powered 500hp engines will provide wicked spins, exciting fish tails and adrenaline-pumping 360-degree spins through the Gold Coast Broadwater and Seaway. We  promise you there's never a dull moment on this tour! Get free return transfers from Surfers and Main Beach hotels aboard the unique 10-seater open-air Super Jeep.

Location: 74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach 4217

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This is Queensland's only offshore ocean jet boating experience! Combining great views with awesome thrills, Ocean Jet Boat is the ultimate extreme activity. Stay dry in the fully enclosed boat in an individual racing seat in air-conditioned comfort as the 880 horsepower twin-turbo engines will blast through the huge ocean waves reaching speeds of up to 90km per hour. Don't be surprised if you see some dolphins on this tour!

Location: 74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach 4217

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Jet Ski Adventures Gold Coast 

Experience the thrill of riding your own jet ski along the beautiful Gold Coast shores. Explore hidden coves and quiet beaches, enjoying the clear waves and stunning views of the city skyline and coastline.

Guided by experienced experts, both newcomers and experienced riders can enjoy high-speed adventures or take a relaxed cruise to admire the scenery. Whether you seek an adrenaline rush or a peaceful journey, the Gold Coast's jet ski adventures offer an unforgettable experience for thrill-seekers and nature lovers. Book your ride today for an exciting jet skiing experience in one of Australia's most iconic coastal destinations!

Specialising in serious fun on the waterways, join this 60 minute Gold Coast jet ski safari exploring the narrow tidal passages of the Broadwater and South Stradbroke Island. If you are looking for an aquatic adventure without getting into the ocean, a guided jet ski safari is for you. No experience is necessary, as each person will be provided with a safety briefing and practice ride on the water before you head out on your 60 minute Gold Coast jet ski safari.

Location: 60-70 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach, QLD 4217

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The beginner's jet ski course will put your skills to the test. Designed for first timers and thrill seekers, book a 30 minute jet ski hire and let it rip on the Gold Coast waterways. Following a full safety briefing and a practice ride, jump on your jet ski and go full throttle on the largest and safest jet ski circuit on the Gold Coast. Riders will have use of the latest model Seadoo GTI Jet skies that pack a punch with a whopping 130hp for the ultimate adrenaline rush.

Location: 60-70 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach, QLD 4217

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Get ready for an adrenaline-packed adventure with our exclusive package featuring two exhilarating activities! Begin with a heart-pounding 30-minute Jet Ski tour, where you'll speed around our purpose-built 1km circuit, feeling the rush of high-speed maneuvers. Next, elevate your excitement with a 10-minute Flyboard session—the latest sensation in extreme water sports! Imagine soaring like Iron Man and diving like a dolphin as you're propelled by a jet ski via a 20-meter hose.

Location: 58 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise, 4217 QLD

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Something a little bit different!

Rev heads will love this one. As the world's only V8 supercar experience, you'll experience the thrill of being in a real race car with a professional driver. You can choose to be the driver or passenger in a Ford or Holden (whatever you choose) and feel the extreme speeds and turns that happen in competitive races. You'll be given the full gear too including a suit and helmet, with a Certificate of Completion to take home afterwards. 

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Combine two exhilarating adventures in this one extreme combo package! Experience freefalling on a tandem skydive over Byron Bay with a team that boasts a 100% safety record. Plummet over 150km/h and enjoy the views of the beautiful Byron Bay coastline. Next see the incredible views of the Gold Coast on a scenic climb up the Q1 tower, rising 270 metres into the air. It's Australia's highest external building climb!

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See the Gold Coast from a unique view on an adventure or acrobatic flight in a Russian YAK 52 Warbird aircraft, with stunning views over the beaches and hinterland. The acrobatic flight is perfect for thrill seekers - your pilot will perform rolls, twists, loops and extreme manoeuvres over the Gold Coast. Choose between the 10 minute or 25 minute flight. Departing from Coolangatta, this experience is one you'll never forget!

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One of the newest experiences on the Gold Coast, this water jetpack ride will have you feeling like James Bond! Get strapped into the hi-tech jetpack or flyboard and propel yourself high into the sky defying gravity. Get guided instructions through a walkie-talkie headset and choose between an introductory jetpack experience, 45 minutes or a full hour. Located at Pelican Beach at Main Beach (just near the Sundale Bridge). 

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These Gold Coast hinterland tours will let you experience this untouched gem that provides a refreshing, natural break from the normal expectations of glitz and glamour that is just waiting to be explored! Behind the Gold Coast's amazing beaches, city skyline and meandering waterways lies an impressive range of rolling hills, temperate rainforests and hinterland mountains. Check out our list of picks of Hinterland Tours.

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