Price guide · 2026
How much is a jet ski rental in Miami?
Short answer: most jet ski rentals in Miami cost $120 to $165 for one hour, per jet ski. Across 18 Miami jet ski experiences we checked that you can book online, the middle of the range was about $143 per hour. Our rate is $160 per hour, and two people can ride one jet ski, so sharing works out to about $80 each.
Our jet ski rental prices
One flat rate per jet ski, no matter the day. Life jackets and a safety briefing are included, and up to two riders can share the jet ski.
| Ride time | Price per jet ski | Per person with 2 riders |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | $160 | $80 |
| 2 hours (most popular) | $320 | $160 |
| 3 hours | $480 | $240 |
What changes the price of a jet ski rental
The type of experience
A free ride, where you get a jet ski and a riding area, is usually the simplest and cheapest per hour. Guided tours follow a lead boat or a guide on a set route, and combo packages bundle a boat ride with the jet ski time, so they're priced higher for the same time on the water. When you compare prices, check how much of the booking is actually jet ski time.
Where you launch
Launches near South Beach, Bayside and Key Biscayne compete for the busiest tourist areas. Launches farther north on Biscayne Bay, near Haulover, Sunny Isles and North Miami, are closer if you're staying in Sunny Isles, Bal Harbour, Aventura or North Miami Beach.
How long you ride
Most Miami operators sell rides by the hour. One hour is enough to get comfortable and enjoy the bay. Two hours gives you time to explore and take breaks, which is why it's the most popular choice with our riders.
When you go
Weekends and holidays book up first, and spring and summer are the busiest seasons in Miami. Booking ahead matters more than the day you pick, because popular time slots can sell out.
What's included
Before you book anywhere, ask whether the price includes fuel, taxes and booking fees, and whether there's a damage deposit. Two quotes that look the same per hour can end up different at check-in.
How to get the most for your money
- Share the jet ski. Two riders on one jet ski split the cost in half, and you can swap who drives.
- Pick 2 hours if it's your first time. The first part of any ride is getting comfortable. A longer ride gives you more time to enjoy it.
- Book ahead for weekends. You get the time slot you want instead of whatever is left.
- Sort out the boating rule before you arrive. If you were born on or after January 1, 1988, you'll need boating safety education. Doing the short online test ahead of time saves time at check-in. Our Florida jet ski license guide explains how.
Is a jet ski rental in Miami worth it?
For most visitors, yes. It's one of the few ways to see the Miami skyline, waterfront homes and Biscayne Bay up close on your own schedule, and you don't need any experience. If you're traveling as a couple or with a friend, one jet ski for two people is one of the better-value activities on the water.
How we checked prices: the market range uses the lowest advertised 1-hour price of 18 Miami-area jet ski experiences bookable online through FareHarbor, as listed in the Miami jet ski rentals directory in October 2026. Some listings are tours or boat-and-jet-ski combos. Prices change, so confirm with each operator.
Ride Biscayne Bay from $160
1, 2 or 3 hours · up to 2 riders · life jackets included