1.5-Hour Historical Jet Ski Tour in South Padre Island
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1.5-Hour Historical Jet Ski Tour in South Padre Island
By SPI Excursions
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Ages 21-70, max of 4 per group
Duration: 1h 30m
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Live guide: English
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- Customers will be operating their own jet ski and following a tour guide. Life jackets also provided
- Life Jackets
- Start:
- 204 Palm St, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USACheck in location next to Lobo Del Mar Cafe. Look for sign SPI EXCURSIONS.....please proceed to the activities desk.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 67525P16- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- No children under the age of 7 yrs
- AGE: Must be born before September 1st, 1993 and provide a Valid ID with picture and date of birth on it upon check in in order to rent a jet ski.
- If born after Sept. 1, 1993, you must be at least 21 years of age or older and provide a boaters certificate along with valid ID
- Weight Restrictions *Single Passenger Weight limit 250 lbs ( 113 KG) * Single + additional passengers. All passengers combined weight cannot exceed the 350 lb ( 158 KG ) weight limit.
- How to add ride along passengers: You must book this passengers directly with us by calling or at check in ( total weight cannot exceed 350 lbs)
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 67525P16
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- 204 Palm St, South Padre Island, TX 78597, USACheck in location next to Lobo Del Mar Cafe. Look for sign SPI EXCURSIONS.....please proceed to the activities desk.
- 1Highlights will include the beautiful Queen Isabela Causway, driving the jet skis through the canals of Port Isabel. Pass by the large shrimping vessels. Friendly dolphins usually visit us when we reach the Brownsville shipping channel! View sights at Space X and after we will allow some free time!
About the operator
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- michaelpD6049PJ0 contributions5/5 Stars for Chapo!SPI Excursions truly stands out for their exceptional service, and Captain Chapo is the epitome of what makes this outfit special. With his deep understanding of the local marine environment, he ensures an educational and thrilling fishing experience. The boat was impeccably maintained, and all the equipment was top-notch. Captain Chapo's dedication to making sure everyone catches fish is unparalleled; he goes the extra mile to see that each guest has a memorable time. I wouldn’t think twice about booking with them again and can’t wait to return next year. Many thanks, Captain Chapo, for an outstanding adventure! -mike podeinWritten 9 February 2025
- Cfanton0 contributions5/5 Stars**5/5 Stars for SPI Excursions** I had an absolutely fantastic experience with SPI Excursions, thanks largely to Captain Chapo. His knowledge about the local waters and fishing techniques is unmatched. The boat was spotlessly clean, and all the equipment was new, which really added to the overall experience. Captain Chapo goes above and beyond to ensure everyone on board not only catches fish but also has a great time doing it. I wouldn't hesitate to book with them again and am already looking forward to returning next year. Thanks again, Captain Chapo, for an unforgettable trip! -CollinWritten 9 February 2025
- X6131XFgeraldc0 contributionsGrateful, Thankful, and HAPPY!!!The captain and family of the business were above accommodating. They flexed their schedule to meet our unexpected changes to get me up in the air. As a pilot myself this was truley an experience that started with safety, and resulted in a very happy, fulfilled, and super satisfied person, ME!Written 27 January 2025
- reids3970 contributionsChopo is GREAT!Chopo is GREAT! He knows the bay very well and took us right to the fish. It didn't take anytime at all before we started catching fish. He is very patient, gives great instructions, and easy to get along with. I would not use anyone else in the future.Written 10 January 2025
- T7663RBshannons0 contributionsAMAZING Fishing Experience with ChopoWe had an AMAZING fishing trip with Chopo! He knows what he is doing and it is obvious he reads people well and knows what they are looking for. He gave our family an experience of a lifetime! I highly recommend!!Written 8 January 2025
- Mario F0 contributionsAmazingAmazing tour guide and wonderfull experience they walk you through all the steps and very easy to do had a lot of fun and great musicWritten 30 December 2024
- Danielle A0 contributionsParasailing 😁My father and I had a wonderful time. The gentlemen were very kind and easy to chat with. Would definitely go again! Thanks!Written 23 December 2024
- 889lindyf0 contributionsGreat ExperienceI will definitely be doing this again if at South Padre. Captain Bart was very experienced and the boat was very well taken care of. He cares about his customers.Written 11 December 2024
- Vacation3935930 contributionsTotally inappropriateEven as a Republican, having a parachute canopy with the word “Trump” written all over it was inappropriate in this day of such divide in our country. Everyone is entitled to their personal opinion, but it should not be flaunted in the face of tourists who are paying their hard earned money for a boat ride.Written 26 November 2024
- theresamR6540HR0 contributionsBest way to watch SpaceX launches!Loved this private charter! Our captain was fantastic. The boat was perfect and impeccably clean. We chartered it to watch a SpaceX Starship launch. Amazing! I’ll definitely do this again!!Written 21 November 2024
- NorthStar230138545010 contributionsGreat experienceWe had a great time - Brady was a great tour guide and very knowledgeable about the area. We learned a lot while enjoying the water and the always beautiful SPI sunset. Would recommend!Written 2 November 2024
- J1363TNjeffreyg0 contributionsParasailing with Captain BartIf you're going to do a parasailing experience, you could be in better hands than Captain Bart. Makes everyone feel at ease but runs a tight ship.. The parasailing was awesome and afterwards got to sit down with an old Navy shipmate from 30+ years ago.. needless to say Bart treated me and my wife like royalty.. He is a South Padre island legend!!Written 21 October 2024
- Q9497OFtommys0 contributionsIt is a great time with tru professionals who give you the experience of a lifetime. There is no better way to see SPI.This was our second parasailing experience with Captain Bart and Walker. Both times have been fantastic! It's a good time with great conversation and good people. We will continue to parasail with SPI Excursions on our bi-annual visits to SPI. My 15 year old autistic son absolutely loves it.Written 13 October 2024
- mattrP7705DD0 contributionsParasailingVery addicting experience! I had been once at Myrtle Beach, but this was ten times better. They leave you up there for several minutes. Well worth it and a must do in South Padre. Just take cash to tip cause they really deserve it.Written 6 October 2024
- 800kamiw0 contributionsParasailing with SPIAmazing views and Captain Bart and the team were great! The weather was perfect and we received expert instruction. Tip top from start to finish!Written 1 October 2024
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Michelle C
Carrollton, TX21 contributions
Booking a jet ski tour with SPI Excursions really made our entire trip the best experience ever! We booked a 2 jet ski person tour and unfortunately my jet ski ran over some fishing line within the first 30-45 min…so I had to be towed back. But that was even fun as I got a ride back in a jet boat, and my husband got to speed back on his jet ski. SPI Excursions offered us a full refund, but we asked to return the next day for another tour instead. That was definitely the best decision as day #2 was a blast. All of the crew was super friendly and the jet ski tour guide couldn’t have been more awesome and knowledgeable about the area and the jet skis. We are now thinking of buying our own! This is definitely a must do for anyone visiting SPI!!
Written 3 July 2022
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Awesome! So glad you enjoyed it. This is one of my favorite tours as well :)
Written 5 July 2022
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D M
10 contributions
This 90 minute historical tour was the highlight of our visit to SPI. Trevor, our knowledgeable and easygoing tour guide rolled out the red carpet and treated us like royalty. The jet skis are easy to operate but he still made sure we were comfortable with the operating features before we started our journey. My amazing bride obviously wanted to pilot her own machine and she did great and loved every moment of the experience. The trip included fascinating places of interest like Space X, historical bridges and known dolphin feeding grounds. YES, we saw dolphins up close and tons of pelicans too. Can’t say enough. The check in process was very low stress as the sweet hostess gathered our information and said just wait in the restaurant and will come out and get you when your tour is about to start. Yes the same family owns the restaurant and the activities business and they are down to earth and easy to work with. Later that evening we Came back for dinner and enjoyed the best coconut shrimp ever including live music and an amazing bagpipes performance that apparently happens every day! What’s not to like?
Written 15 October 2022
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Thank you for the wonderful review- we're very happy to hear that both you & your bride had an amazing experience with us :) We hope to book with you again in the near future!!
Written 27 October 2022
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Terri F
Lancaster, WI26 contributions
Check in process was very smooth. Machine ran well. Dustin was a great guide! He gave a quick tutorial at the beginning that made me feel confident running a Jet ski when I haven't a ton of recent experience. He was quite knowledgeable about the areas we visited. We saw a ton of dolphins! There were a couple in the bay that were leaping in the air. Highly recommend this tour. Thanks Dustin for a great tour.
Written 21 January 2025
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Thank you! have a great day
Written 26 January 2025
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Marivel O
San Antonio, TX6 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
We had an amazing time on our het ski tour. Our guide was extremely informative and showed us a wonderful time. He gave us the opportunity to have fun on the jet skis and gave my daughter an experience that she'll never forget!!
Written 7 July 2024
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Thank you for your kind review
Written 9 July 2024
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gary s
3 contributions
Super fun. Tour guide super nice kid. Easy going let us have extra fun on the jet skis. Saw a dolphin. Saw space x. Had fun wave running in the bay. Ignore the review where the “karen” gripes about bridge and no dolphins. Total fun. Rent your own. Don’t share jet ski
Written 22 July 2022
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THank you so much for the wonderful review. Glad you enjoyed the jet ski tour and guide 😊
Written 23 July 2022
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Roger W
21 contributions
We took the jet ski tour in early February. It was a fun tour and our guide Anavey was and awesome host for our tour. We rode around just past the wake free zone and gradually went faster. She showed us several different spots but it was very hazy so you couldn't see very far. The water in the bay was smooth and saw tons of dolphins up close. She took us out into the gulf which was rare I guess because usually the water is to rough. Then back to the bay for tons of free riding and watching her tricks!
Written 10 February 2025
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Sam R
Madison, WI6 contributions
Devon was lovely and considerate. The place had a cardboard cut-out of Trump. Cool if you’re into that, a warning if you’re not.
Written 29 December 2024
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Glad you enjoyed your tour with Captain Devon.
Written 30 December 2024
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Mohawks
San Diego, CA7 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
This is an awesome experience !!
We went all over and actually had dolphin swimming right next to us !! We would highly recommend this - very informative and fun !!!
We went all over and actually had dolphin swimming right next to us !! We would highly recommend this - very informative and fun !!!
Written 10 May 2024
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Melissa
Coquitlam, Canada7 contributions
devon was our guide, fantastic experience! my husband , teen and i and one other couple-really like a private tour. Devon was super knowledgeable about the area, gave me reassurance when i was terrified driving alone at the beginning! super helpful with easy instructions and supportive as quite wavy out. I would 100% do this tour again, i feel best price and longest.
Written 11 July 2023
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Awesome we are glad you enjoyed your tour with Devon and hope to see you again. Thank you
Written 13 July 2023
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melissa e
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Jul 2023 • Family
Small group, Devon was a great guide, super informative, helped me get over being anxious about driving the jet ski alone! Beautiful sights, really just like a private tour! would highly recommend!! honestly can’t say enough. went with my husband and daughter , only one other super friendly couple on the tour. went for the 9 am tour. Owners were friendly and Welcoming when we arrived early. Best Jet Ski experience-don’t bother going anywhere else!!
Written 9 July 2023
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Thank you Melissa, for the great review⭐! We hope to book with you again soon!!
Written 10 July 2023
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Hi - is a Boater Safety Certificate required to do this tour?
Written 10 June 2022
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