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Jet Ski Regulations

  • MANDATORY: MUST BRING 1 Credit Card per reservation *one credit card must be present at the time of check in
  • MANDATORY: All Adults MUST BRING Valid Government Issued Photo I.D. that includes date of birth (ages 16 and older). No photocopies will be accepted.
  • MANDATORY: MUST complete a Boater Safety Test or present a Florida Boater Safety License, if born in 1988 or after.
  • MANDATORY: Jet Ski Operators must speak sufficient English to understand and relay all verbal instructions and read and understand the labels on the jet ski, without any assistance from an interpreter.
  • MANDATORY: Guests MUST be at least 18 years old or have a natural parent present at check-in to participate
  • Guests Born in or after 1988, please check-in 60 minutes before departure time
  • Guests Born in or after 1988 may operate the Jet Ski if they have a Photo I.D. and meet ONE of the following criteria:
    • They have a National Association of State Boating Law Administrators Certification
    • They are riding with someone born before 1988
    • They are riding with someone born in or after 1988 who does have a United States Boater Safety License or National Association of State Boating Law Administrators Certification
  • There are 2 ways to obtain a Boater Safety License:
    • A temporary Boater Safety License can be obtained at check-in by taking a 25 multiple choice question test in English. Guests are prohibited from using cell phones, interpreters, instruction booklets or any form of assistance, while taking an in person test. There is a non-refundable fee of $3.00 to take the test per rider (cash or credit card accepted). Guests must check in minimum one hour before departure time to obtain a temporary Boater Safety License in person.
    • Click Here to review Boater Safety Test Instruction Booklet
    • Don’t want to wait? Obtain your Boater Safety License online by Clicking Here. Licensing fees apply. Proof of Boater Safety License will be required at check-in
  • Guests 4-13 years of age cannot drive a jet ski. Can be a passenger if someone 18 or older is on the jet ski with them (This person must present valid Photo ID and either be born before 1988 or complete Boater’s Safety Test.) Natural Parent must present valid Photo ID and sign waiver at check-in.
  • Guests 14-15 years of age can drive or be passenger if someone 18 or older is on the jet ski with them (This person must present valid Photo ID and either be born before 1988 or complete Boater’s Safety Test.) Natural Parent must present valid Photo ID and sign waiver at check-in.
  • Guests 16-17 years can drive their own jet ski if 1. Valid Government Issued Photo ID is presented, 2. Boater’s Safety Test is completed AND 3. Natural Parent must present valid Photo ID and sign waiver at check-in. *If 2 minors (16-17 years old) want to share a jet ski, both must meet requirements.
  • Guests 16-17 years Can drive or be a passenger on a jet ski if 1. Someone 18 or older is on the jet ski with them (This person must present Photo ID, be born before 1988 or complete Boater’s Safety Test) AND 3. Natural Parent must present Photo ID and sign waiver at check-in.
  • Guests 18+ can drive jet ski if 1. Valid Government Issued Photo ID is presented AND 2. Born before 1988 or completes a Boater’s Safety Test. Can be a passenger on a jet ski if Valid Government Issued Photo ID is presented. *If 2 adults want to share a jet ski, only one must meet requirements (all adult guests must present Valid Government Issued Photo ID)
  • Please note that a safety lanyard (key) is attached to the Jet Ski driver at all times
  • Three guests are allowed per Jet Ski and cannot exceed a total combined weight of 460 lbs (225 kg)

GUESTS CANNOT PARTICIPATE IF THEY:

  • Possess or are under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Are pregnant
  • Have any existing medical conditions that put them or others at risk
  • Are 3 years of age and younger
  • Are over 18 years of age and do not have a valid government issued photo I.D. and credit card
  • Are unable to quickly follow any spoken instructions in English
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