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HOURS OF OPERATION

  • We are open every day of the year from 7 Am to 5 PM weather permitting.
  • This includes ALL holidays.
  • We will not be open if temperatures are below 60° F/15.5° C.
  • We will not be offering some activities if the winds are too high.
  • We will not be offering some activities if the water conditions are too rough.

 

 

 

AGE REQUIREMENTS

JET SKI RENTAL AND JET SKI DOLPHIN TOUR

Our Jet Skis are capable of carrying a driver and two passengers with a weight limit of 390lbs.  To Drive a Jet Ski you must be at least 14yrs of age with proof of age(Driver License, Passport, School ID, Birth Certificate are acceptable proofs).

A person 14 and over but under 18 without proof of age may be the driver of the Jet Ski if accompanied on the same Jet Ski by a parent or guardian.

Drivers and passengers may switch positions on the Jet Ski as long as they are 14 or over and have completed the boat safety requirement.

Passengers on Jet Skis must be at least 6 years of age.

You must be at least 18 years of age or have a parent or guardian present to rent a Jet Ski.

A Personal Flotation Device(Life Vest) will be provided to you for use during your activity.

FLORIDA BOATER SAFETY REQUIREMENT FOR JET SKI DRIVER

In Florida, any person born on or after January 1, 1988, who operates a Jet Ski, must have in his/her possession proof of a boater safety education course and proof of age ID.

To operate a watercraft you may obtain a temporary boating safety operator’s certificate consisting of 25 multiple choice questions at our rental site for only $3 or you may obtain your boater safety education online before you ride for $8.99 by clicking the following link:

Click Here to Take the Required Boater Safety Exam

BANANA BOAT

You must be at least 5 yrs of age to participate in Banana Boat Rides.  Persons under 18 yrs of age must have a parent or guardian present to participate in this activity.  The parent or guardian does not have to participate in the activity.

A Personal Flotation Device(Life Vest) will be provided to you for use during your activity.

SAFETY INFO

Jet Ski drivers and passengers will receive a safety briefing and operational instructions prior to their activity.  No prior experience is necessary.

All activity participants will be provided with a Personal Flotation Device(Life Vest) for use during their activity.

How far can I go with my Jet Ski rental?

Jet Ski rentals are allowed to operate in a one square mile riding area in front of our location on the beach.

Parking

Paid parking is available at two lots on the corner of Ave C and Estero Blvd in Fort Myers Beach.

 

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The BoatUS Foundation’s Online Course is the only free Online Boating Safety Course approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. It consists of 6 lessons and a Final Exam. Successful completion will provide you with a Florida Boater Education Card.

To get your Florida Boater Education Card, follow these 4 simple steps:

  • Click here above to view a short video on using our online course.
  • Create an account and enroll yourself in the Florida Boating Safety Course from the Course Catalog.
  • Take the course and pass the Final Exam – it’s absolutely free to take the course and exam.  Print proof of your successful completion and bring it to our site.
  • Your permanent Boater Education ID Card will be automatically mailed to you within 3-4 weeks. If you do not receive your card after 4 weeks, contact the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission at 850-488-5600