NORTH MIAMI JET SKI TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Free‑ride Jet Skis to Raccoon Island: salt spray, sandbar panoramas and handfuls of wildlife off Sunny Isles
Ride from a North Miami meeting point out to a small island on the Haulover sandbar to pilot your own jet ski, spot raccoons, dolphins and sea turtles, and relax ashore—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Free‑ride Jet Skis to Raccoon Island: salt spray, sandbar panoramas and handfuls of wildlife off Sunny Isles.
Raccoon Island Jet Ski’s Experience launches from North Miami to a small island in front of the Haulover sandbar, offering a hands‑on jet‑ski free ride rather than a guided tour. Expect open water, shore‑lined mansions, frequent raccoon encounters and chances to see dolphins and sea turtles; after the ride you can stay on the island to relax until an instructor returns to bring you back.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Haulover Sandbar and Celebrity Shoreline
The island sits fronting the Haulover sandbar, with sweeping views of the sandbar and the mansions that line the shore—an ideal backdrop for photos and videos while you’re ashore.
Raccoons, Dolphins and Sea Turtles
The outing is notable for regular raccoon encounters on the island and opportunities to spot dolphins and sea turtles from your jet ski or the shoreline.
A Free Ride — Not a Tour
This experience is a jet‑ski rental-style free ride: instructors bring you to the island and then hand over the jet ski so you can ride on your own. Rentals include gas, and the operation provides bathrooms and changing rooms for after the ride.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
You arrive at the North Miami meeting point and are picked up on jet skis by an assigned instructor, who escorts you out to the island on the Haulover sandbar. Once there, you are given the jet ski to operate and free to explore the waters, watch for wildlife, and return to the island to relax. When you decide to head back, an instructor will bring you back to shore.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and what to watch for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Drivers and adults must bring photo ID; bring the credit card used for the reservation, towel, sunscreen, swimsuit and sun‑protective clothing; gratuities are customary.
Gas is included in the rental price. Bathrooms and changing rooms are available after the trip; free parking is provided.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the rental last and what are the prices?
Multiple durations are available: 1 hour for $165, 2 hours for $285, 3 hours for $405, and an all‑day (5 hour) option for $600.
Is this a guided tour?
No—this activity is not a tour. Instructors escort you to the island and then you are given the jet ski to ride on your own.
Where do we meet and how do we get out to the island?
Guests meet at 2699 NE 135th St, North Miami, FL 33181; instructors pick you up there on jet skis and escort you to the island.
Can I stay on the island after riding?
Yes. Once finished riding you can hang out on the island for as long as you like; an instructor will return you to shore when you’re ready.
Are there wildlife or scenery highlights to expect?
Yes—expect views of the Haulover sandbar and surrounding mansions, frequent island raccoons, and the chance to spot dolphins and sea turtles.
Is gas included and are there facilities?
Gas is included in the rental price. Bathrooms and changing rooms are available for guests after the trip, and free parking is provided.
Are there extra fees for additional passengers?
Yes. Additional passengers have a $65 fee added to the booking.
What do I need to present at checkout?
Drivers must have photo ID for all adults (18+) and the credit card used for the reservation must be presented in person.