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Old San Juan Jet Ski Adventure – Historic Fortress & Bay

Operated by Walking On Watersports - San Juan Bay

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Old San Juan Jet Ski Adventure – Historic Fortress & Bay

At a glance

Duration
45 minutes of riding
Meeting point
San Juan Bay Marina San Juan, PR PR 00901

About this experience

🌊 Most visitors only see Old San Juan’s cliffside Spanish fortress from a crowded overlook — you’ll experience it from the water, at whatever speed feels right for you. On this guided jet ski adventure, you’ll spend 45 minutes on the water aboard a Yamaha WaveRunner, riding beneath the 500‑year‑old fortress and castle walls that guard Old San Juan (El Morro and San Cristóbal), through hidden coves, and past one corner of the legendary Bermuda Triangle. 🏁 Craving adrenaline? Open the throttle. Prefer to take it all in? Cruise the coastline. Your expert guide rides right alongside you and adjusts the pace to your comfort. No experience needed. Small, semi‑private groups keep the experience relaxed and uncrowded — just you, the water, and 500 years of history.

Itinerary

1️⃣ 📍 Arrive at San Juan Bay Marina kiosk for express check‑in (please arrive 30 minutes before your start time). 2️⃣ 🦺 Receive a quick safety briefing, including how to operate your Yamaha VX Deluxe and the RiDE braking system. 3️⃣ 🚤 Head out for your jet ski ride and enjoy the water at your own pace. 4️⃣ 🏖️ Return to shore, check out, and collect your belongings.

Highlights

🏰 Ride beneath the 16th-century walls of El Morro — a view only possible from the water 🚀 Go full throttle on a brand-new Yamaha WaveRunner 🛑 The only San Juan jet ski tour with RiDE braking for safer, controlled riding 🧭 Skim one corner of the legendary Bermuda Triangle 👨‍🏫 Your own expert guide rides with you the whole way 👥 Free passenger + free driver swaps — the whole group rides 💧 Free bottled water and no hidden fees — all-inclusive 👥 Semi-private — small groups, never crowded ✅ Bilingual, CPR-certified local team

Additional information

Check-in details ⏰ Must arrive 30 minutes before your booked time. 👥 All participants — driver and free passenger — must check in at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled slot, for check-in and a mandatory safety briefing before you ride. 🕐 Your ride starts at your booked time slot — arriving late does not extend your time. ⚠️** Late Arrival Policy** 🚫 If you are not on time, your booking is non-refundable. 🔁 To rebook, a $40 rebooking fee applies, and rebooking is subject to same-day availability. Same wording, now with icons and bold on the parts that matter — the 30-minute arrival, the non-refundable rule, and the $40 rebooking fee all jump out, so a customer can't say they missed it. The ⚠️ on the policy header signals "read this" without feeling harsh. What to bring Bathing suit Towel Sunscreen Sunglasses Special requirements 🔞 Minimum age: 18+ all riders (driver and passenger) must be at least 18 🪪 Valid photo ID required at check-in ⚖️ Maximum combined weight: 320 lbs per jet ski 👥 Maximum 2 riders per jet ski Restrictions 🚫 Sober riders only — if we see any sign of alcohol or drug use, the ride is canceled with no refund 🛑 No reckless riding, horseplay, profanity, or inappropriate behavior — may result in immediate cancellation, no refund 📋 Riders must follow all staff instructions and stay within the designated riding zone at all times ⚖️ Maximum combined weight: 320 lbs per jet ski Extras Drivers can swap at no additional charge. Disclaimers ⚠️ Assumption of risk: Watersports involve inherent risks. By booking, all participants acknowledge and accept the risks of jet ski riding. 📝 Waiver required: All riders must sign a liability waiver before riding. No signed waiver, no ride. 🌦️ Weather & conditions: Rides depend on weather and sea conditions. If we cancel for safety, you may reschedule or receive a credit/refund (confirm which — this is your call, but weather cancellations by you should be refundable/reschedulable to stay fair). 🩺 Health advisory: Not recommended for pregnant women or anyone with heart, back, neck, or other conditions that may be affected by high-speed water activity. Ride at your own risk. 🏊 Swimming: Basic swimming ability recommended not necessary. Life jackets are required and provided. 💥 Equipment damage: Riders are responsible for damage to equipment caused by misuse, negligence, or reckless operation. 🚫 Right to refuse: We reserve the right to refuse or cancel service for unsafe behavior, intoxication, or policy violations, with no refund. 📸 Media release: We may capture photos/video during your activity for promotional use unless you request otherwise. 🌊 Regulations: All rides operate in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard and Puerto Rico DRNA personal-watercraft regulations.

FAQs

I've never driven a jet ski. Is freestyle too hard for me? Not at all. Our Yamaha VX Deluxe WaveRunners are stable, easy to handle, and the only ones on Isla Verde with RiDE braking for controlled stopping. A quick pro-tip safety briefing is included — first-timers do great. Do I need a boating license? No license needed. You just need to be 18+ with a valid photo ID and complete our short safety briefing before you launch. Can I switch drivers halfway through? Yes! while out — as long as both riders are 18+ with valid ID. Driver swaps are always free. Is the price per person? No the price is per jet ski, covering up to two people (driver + free passenger), as long as combined weight is under 320 lbs. I'm deaf or hard of hearing — can I still ride? Yes. Let us know when you book and we'll provide a visual safety briefing and add special on-water supervision so you can ride safely and with confidence. We want everyone on the water. Do I need to know how to swim to ride a jet ski? No — you do not need to know how to swim to enjoy your jet ski experience with us. Every rider is provided with a high‑quality Coast Guard–approved life vest designed to keep you safely afloat at all times. In addition, our trained water patrol team is always nearby, monitoring the area and ready to assist whenever needed. Your safety is our priority, and we make sure every guest feels secure and supported from the moment they step onto the water. What if the weather is bad? Rides depend on safe sea conditions. If we cancel for weather, you can reschedule or receive a credit/refund.

Cancellations

Full refund may be issued for cancellations with 72 hours or more notice prior to tour start time. No refund issued for cancellation if less than 48 hours notice prior to tour start time.. No refund issued on same day cancellations. If you arrive late, you will be marked as a no‑show. All participants must arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled time slot. No exceptions.