Whitsunday Jetski Tours

Check out our hot new wheels!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:00:00 +0000

If you live in Airlie Beach you may well have already seen Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours' newly styled and branded courtesy bus zipping around town as it is hard to miss! For those who don't live here check out this pic! We offer all guests a courtesy coach pick up and drop off, so we think this might make it very easy for them to pick out their ride! Oh and yes, in case you were wondering, that is our trusted jetski tour guide, Sam Nikov, on the back of the bus! A big thanks to Jay and Trudy Angel at Angel Signs for doing such an awesome job!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours third highest fundraiser for Variety Jet Trek

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0000

The Whitsunday Jetski Tours team has successfully completed another Variety Jet Trek with the added accomplishment of being the third highest fundraiser in the event this year. The team participated in the 2012 Yamaha Variety Clarence to Coral Jet Trek, raising just under $5000 for Variety Queensland.

Sam Nikov took on the challenge of jetskiing the 700km trek from the Clarence River to Tin Can Bay to raise funds for children’s charity Variety Queensland, with Whitsunday Jetski Tour owners Steve and Toni Ward as the support team. This year, 30 riders competed with the support of 50 road crew and $62 000 overall was raised for Variety Queensland.

“It was a great week spending time with fellow jetskiers, but most importantly, knowing that we were working towards the bigger goal of helping sick and disadvantaged children is the most satisfying part for everyone who competed in Jet Trek. It is a hard ride but well worth it and Sam did a fantastic job,’ Toni said.

Steve, Toni and their children also had the opportunity to catch up with Grant Denyer as he was covering Jet Trek for breakfast show, Sunrise, which was a highlight for all involved and great exposure on a national level.

“We really want to thank everyone for their support with our fundraising and we are looking forward to doing it all again next year,” said Toni.

2012 Yamaha Variety Clarence to Coral Jet Trek

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Wed, 8 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0000

Whitsunday Jetski Tours' Sam Nikov, with the support of Steve and Toni Ward, are due to hit the road over the next few days to participate in this year's Variety Jet Trek again. This year the 2012 Yamaha Variety Clarence to Coral Jet Trek is from the Clarence River to Tin Can Bay. Sam will jetski the 700km trek over five days to support children’s charity Variety Queensland, raising funds and awareness to improve quality of life for children growing up with a disability or serious illness and disadvantaged children in need of assistance.

If you are interested in helping us raise funds to support this wonderful cause, please click the following link to make some sort of donation. Big or small...it all counts!

www.everydayhero.com.au/whitsunday_jetski_junkies

During this time while the crew is away, daily tours will not be operating. The last tour will run this Friday and will then temporarily cease operation for the period Saturday 11 February - Monday 20 February inclusive. Our first day back out on the water will be Tuesday 21 February so we look forward to recommencing then!

The Morning Bulletin - Frazer's story.

Frazer Pearce — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Proud Queensland Tourism Awards finalists!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Mon, 7 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

In another fun filled industry night, Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours were rapt to be named a finalist in the New Tourism Development category at the Queensland Tourism Awards. It was another proud moment and great achievement after our first year of business! Thanks again to everyone for all your support!!!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours are winners!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0000

In a gala evening at the 2011 Whitsunday Tourism Awards, Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours were proud to win the award for New Tourism Development! Steve, Toni and the team would like to thank all of our guests, agents and industry partners for their wonderful support during our first year of operation and for helping us win this award! Of course we could not have done it without our wonderful staff....Bob, Sam and the team....thank you! See you on the water!

Ben Southall skis the Whitsundays!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Fri, 7 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0000

We found this photo and wanted to share it.....Tourism Queensland "Best Job in the World" winner and TQ Ambassador, Ben Southall, enjoying a jet ski around beautiful Daydream Island Resort and Spa with our sister company, Daydream Watersports.

Whitsunday Jet Trek 2011 a great success!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Thu, 26 May 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Whitsunday Jetski Tours owner, Steve Ward, has completed his recent adventure for the 2011 Whitsunday Wipeout Yamaha Variety Jet Trek. The support he received and assistance with donations was overwhelming and Whitsunday Jetski Tours raised more than originally thought with the target being $2000.....but ultimately the final figure was $2400! All money raised will go to children’s charity Variety Queensland.

This event was such a great cause for the kids and Steve had a blast as well! All is back to normal now but Steve will be gearing up again for next year's Jet Trek from Grafton to Tin Can Bay where he'll do it all again!

Whitsunday Jet Skiers Wipeout to Raise Money for Kids

Whitsunday Jetski Tours — Wed, 4 May 2011 12:00:00 +0000

“WHITSUNDAY WIPEOUT” YAMAHA VARIETY JET TREK – 9 to 14 May 2011

Whitsunday Jet skier, Steve Ward, has risen to the challenge to trek down the Queensland coastline from Townsville to Mackay in early May and raise money for children’s charity Variety Queensland.

Like the famous Variety Bash & 4WD events, but done on water down the magnificent Queensland coastline, the 2011 Whitsunday Wipeout Yamaha Variety Jet Trek event will start in Townsville on Monday 9th May before travelling over 550kms through the magnificent Whitsundays and end in Mackay 6 days later.

“We are so excited to be involved with such a fantastic cause and we will have some great fun at the same time” Steve said, owner of local popular tour operator, Whitsunday Jetski Tours.

The much anticipated event is filling fast with a maximum of 60 craft and only 15 places left. Safety is paramount and the Flotilla will be accompanied by PWC (Personal Water Craft) experts, mechanics, medical support and water recovery crews.

Now in its 13th year, this event has become a major fundraiser for children’s charity Variety Queensland, last year raising over $170,000 from 40 Jet Ski entries.

This year event organisers hope to raise over $180,000 with approximately 40 Skis and 80 participants once again.

The trek will provide fun-filled theme nights, fabulous entertainment, accommodation and of course navigating in safety down the magnificent Qld coastline, beaches, sea-life and islands on the way.

‘Trekkers’ as they are affectionately known will get a well deserved ‘Lay Day’ in Airlie Beach to rest, relax and perform any required maintenance on their skis half way along on Thursday 12th May.

“It’s not only about having fun as the trekkers will also visit a number of schools on the way and experience first hand how rewarding it can be to participate in a Variety event.” said Variety Motoring Events Director Mr Rob Goodwin.

In the last year, Variety Queensland has been able to have a positive effect on the lives of over 50,000 children in need. With the assistance of our generous supporters, we provided equipment and services to families across Queensland to the value of over $2.5 million.

Participants need to provide their own sit-down craft. The craft must be no older than 2004, the registration fee is $50 and each participant must raise a minimum of $2,000. A provision levy is also payable by entrants to cover meals, entertainment, accommodation, event merchandise and a DVD of the event.

The trek begins with registration at Townsville on Sunday May 8 and then splashes off on Monday May 9 from Townsville to Ayr, Bowen (May 10), Airlie Beach (May 11 & 12), Laguna (May 13), and concludes at Mackay (May 14).

Whitsunday Cruise Ship Visits

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Fri, 1 Apr 2011 12:00:00 +0000

It is cruise ship season in the Whitsundays and Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours' guests have been lucky to see these mighty ships up close and personal on their recent visits. Whilst the ships have been anchoring in Pioneer Bay off Airlie Beach since January, there were four cruise ships visiting throughout March including Sun Princess, Pacific Sun and Rhapsody of the Sea. Upcoming visits through until June include Pacific Sun, Pacific Jewel, Pacific Pearl and Pacific Dawn so there is more to come!

Guests travelling on the Airlie Adventure or Daydream Extreme tours were able to steer near the ship at anchor, with many of great photo opportunities. What a show stopper and an awesome sight!

Rain, Rain Go Away!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 12:00:00 +0000

For all those people 'umming' and 'ahhing' about what to do in this weather....make the most of it and come out with Whitsunday Jetski Tours! For anyone who is frustrated with the strong winds and rain, the Airlie Adventure tour is the perfect option to get out there and cure any cabin fever! This one and a half hour tour is protected from the wind elements and a good all rounder in these conditions. Check out the forecast on myWhitsunday.com.

Even though we are looking forward to the weather improving, the Whitsundays are still smiling and open for business so please come and visit!!

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours Join WCBIA

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours is proud to have joined the Whitsunday Charter Boat Industry Association. The WCBIA represents members operating a multi-million dollar charter boat tourism industry within the Whitsunday region of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The WCBIA Inc is a member of the industry peak body, The Association of Marine Park Tourism Operators (AMPTO).

Some of the important functions the WCBIA carries out include:

    * being a clearing-house of information and statutory regulations;
    * being a central liaison point between members and other stakeholders;
    * being a consultative base for investigation and analysis of relevant industry issues
    * being the watchdog of our industry by ensuring members adhere to best practice standards of operations and protection of our marine park.

The WCBIA collaborates with local, state and federal government agencies, as well as other key stakeholders to ensure we produce a high standard of Best Practice principles. Internally, the WCBIA works on development projects in order to continue to develop a more sustainable, viable and professional sector of the marine tourism. Look for the WCBIA logo and tick!

For more information visit www.wcbia.com.au.

Welcome to Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours New Website

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Whitsunday Jet Ski Tours is the newest and most exciting adventure tour operator in the Whitsundays and is the first and only guided jetski tour operating from Abel Point Marina, Airlie Beach to the Whitsunday Islands. Guests can ride their own luxury Honda jetski into the beautiful world heritage Whitsunday Island Marine park. Check out our new website for detailed information on our company and operation and we look forward to welcoming you soon!