Do you need a break from your daily routine? Are grey skies getting you down? Escape to Jersey, the sunniest place in the British Islands! And while you’re here, go on an aquatic adventure in the crystal clear waters around the island. We can tell you that there’s no better way to quicken your pulse and get a unique perspective on this charming island than from the seat of a powerful jet ski.

Jersey is a crown dependency of the United Kingdom, but is a separate country in its own right. This means that it has developed a strong island identity of its own, defined by its relationship with the water. To tap into this island mindset it’s essential to get into the water and while swimming is fun, it doesn’t allow you to take in the whole picture. With a jet ski, on the other hand, you won’t miss anything. With a range of prices on offer this is for everyone, and everyone’s bound to enjoy it!

Where are the best places to go jet skiing in Jersey?

Although Jersey is a small island, much smaller than the smallest English counties, it boasts 48 miles of fantastic coastline. Bays, coves, cliffs and headlands alternate to create an ever-changing panorama as you jet across the waves, while bottlenose dolphins and grey seals might take an interest in you and join you for a ride.

• South coast: this is the most developed part of the island’s coast, with the capital St Helier sitting at the eastern end of St Aubin’s Bay. This bay is great to explore by jet ski, flanked by the fortifications of Elizabeth Castle at one end, and St Aubin’s fort at the other. Alternatively, you can ride around the headland to St Brelade’s bay, Jersey’s most popular pleasure beach.

• East coast: The Southeast corner of Jersey is characterised by a large tidal range, exposing a jumble of rocky formations when the water’s out. Plan your route carefully to avoid getting your jet ski stuck on dry land! This rocky landscape stretches to the rocks where the Seymour tower stands, over a mile off the coast. Further up the coast, you’ll find Mont Orgueil Castle, set on a rock overlooking the harbour of Gorey.

• West coast: if you like beaches, steer your jet ski around to the West coast, where you’ll be met by the 5 mile expanse St Ouen’s Bay, the island’s longest beach. At the southern end of the beach is the lighthouse of La Corbière, the name means “place where crows gather” and the dark rocks that surround it give this area a Gothic feel in contrast to the sandy beaches and holiday makers.

• North coast: the least populated and accessible part of the island’s coastline, you’ll uncover some well-kept secrets if you make it up here by jet ski. Bouley Bay Beach sits in the shadow of the island’s highest cliffs - rising to over 100m tall - while the secluded cove of Plemont beach boasts an extensive network of caves. Perhaps the most interesting coastline is found around Grève de Lecq beach, where the cliffs and pools are popular among climbers and coasteerers.

What kind of experiences are available?

If it’s your first time on a PWC (Personal WaterCraft, or jet ski), we recommend a 30 minute experience in the calm waters of St Aubin’s Bay. You’ll have a land-based training session, learning about the different parts of the ski and safe handling procedures, before trying it out on a specially designed triangular course, marked by buoys, in the bay. You can organise this session as a group.

Once you’ve got your sea legs, or if you already know how to ride a jet ski, you can go on a jet ski safari adventure. This is a ride along the southwest coast of the island with a guide, who will point out areas of interest, show you the secrets of the coast and keep an eye out for local wildlife. This tour lasts over an hour and you can choose to do it at sunset, meaning you’ll see the sun sink below the waves behind the striking lighthouse at La Corbière.

Finally, there’s a rental service - hire a jet ski to explore the beaches, coves and cliffs of Jersey at your leisure. Or not - if you want to see how fast you can go, head out from the rocky shore and let rip! Jet skis can reach speeds of 50 miles per hour, which will take you most of the way around the island as well as giving you a real adrenaline boost.

Requirements to do this activity

The 30 minute introductory session is available to all jet ski newcomers from 12 years old and up, and it is a requirement that teenagers have taken part in this activity if they’re going to go on the jet ski adventure. Another option for youngsters is to ride as a passenger with an adult. Jet skis are large and powerful enough to carry two people in comfort without compromising on speed! Riding as a passenger in the sea around Jersey is a fun experience for kids, they can even have a go at steering.

Unsurprisingly, you’ve also got to be a competent swimmer if you’re going to ride a jet ski in Jersey. Even though you’ll be riding above the water you’ll still get wet, and not just with the spray from the waves. When getting on or off your ski you might have to enter the water and of course there’s a chance, though a small one, that you’ll fall off the jet ski in open water. Don’t panic! Your instructor will have told you what to do in this situation and will be on hand to help.

A jet ski experience in Jersey makes for a perfect group activity - corporate events, stag and hen dos and birthday parties are catered for in Jersey. There are well priced activity packages available that combine jet skiing with other water sports such as banana boating and wakeboarding.

What do you need to take with you for a safari?

You should arrive “beach ready” for your jet ski experience in Jersey - starting with a swimming costume but not forgetting hat and sunscreen as there’s no shade in the open sea! You’ll have to decide for yourself based on the weather conditions if you want to wear something else, such as a t-shirt. A rash vest, if you have one, is a great option for providing some extra warmth.

We recommend that you bring a camera to take photos of the beautiful coastal views around the island of Jersey, but make sure it’s waterproof - or at least in a waterproof case! The final thing that you’ll need is a life jacket; this will be given to you before you get on the jet ski.

Sounds good? It does to us, and we’re here to help you organise a fantastic jet skiing experience!