Some adventures whisper. Jet skis scream travel. There’s nothing subtle about ripping across turquoise water with the wind in your face and the throttle wide open. It’s speed, it’s freedom, and it’s pure holiday energy packed into one adrenaline-fuelled ride.

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The Whitsundays is the crown jewel of jet ski adventures. Picture yourself weaving around white-sand islands, chasing that perfect spray as the reef stretches out beneath the surface — it’s as close as you’ll ever get to flying on water. And the best part? You don’t need any experience. Just jump on, gun it, and let the smiles do the rest.

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Head further along Australia’s East Coast and you’ll find plenty more places to rev things up — from tropical bays to lively beaches where the buzz of jet skis matches the buzz of the backpacker trail.