In Marbella you can hire a jet ski with or without a licence, on a closed circuit or on a guided trip along the coast. This guide compares Marbella operators with their 2026 prices, the models you will find, the departure areas and what each option includes.
What to bear in mind before hiring a jet ski in Marbella
Before booking, it is worth clarifying four points.
With or without a licence: what you can do
You can ride without a licence. The option is the supervised closed circuit, a marked-off area in front of the beach with an instructor who watches over you from the water or from another jet ski. You do not need a qualification, only to be of legal age.
What changes depending on the format:
- Without a licence, closed circuit. The jet ski has limited power and you do not leave the marked area.
- Without a licence with an instructor, guided trip. You set off in a group behind an instructor and travel along the coast.
- With a boating licence, self-drive. You are given the unrestricted jet ski and go off on your own.
The restricted circuit jet skis reach lower speeds. To go faster you need the option with a licence.
Minimum age, weight and whether you need to be able to swim
The minimum age to ride is 16 or 18 depending on the operator. To go as a passenger, between 12 and 14, almost always with a supplement of around 10 euros. The life jacket is compulsory and is included.
What the price includes and what to bring on the day
Check that the price includes fuel, life jacket, third-party liability insurance, briefing and instructor. Some places charge for petrol separately. Most hold a deposit of between 50 and 500 euros on your card and release it at the end if there is no damage. Bring sunglasses with a strap, water shoes, water-resistant sun cream and a change of clothes. Do not take off the safety key attached to your life jacket, the kill cord, because it stops the engine if you fall off.
Best time of year, sea conditions and opening times on the Costa del Sol
The season runs from May to October. In choppy seas the jet ski bumps hard, while in a flat sea it is easier to handle. In Marbella the water is usually calmer first thing in the morning, so book early if you can choose. Operators open at around 10:00 and close at dusk.
The best jet ski operators in Marbella in 2026
Comparison by operator with their 2026 rates.
1. The Point Jet Ski (Playa del Pinillo)
On Pinillo beach, next to the N-340 at kilometre 184.5, The Point Jet Ski runs jet ski hire in Marbella on a supervised closed circuit without a licence and publishes its rate by model and duration. It is the operator with the widest range in the comparison.
Sea-Doo GTX PRO 130 (two-seater), 20 min 70 euros, 30 min 95 euros, 45 min 140 euros, 1 hour 170 euros.
Sea-Doo Spark and Spark Trixx, 20 min 80 euros, 30 min 105 euros, 45 min 150 euros, 1 hour 180 euros.
Guided trip along the coast, 1 hour 170 euros per jet ski.
Towables, 15 min 25 euros per person. Wakeboard, flyboard or water skiing, 15 min 75 euros.
The price includes fuel, life jackets, third-party liability and accident insurance, briefing and guide. The minimum age to ride is 16 and passengers from 8 years old on the hire circuit, open from 10:00 to 19:00. As well as jet skis it has towables, board sports and boat hire with a skipper, from a Saxdor (280 euros per hour) to a 39-foot Cruiser Yacht (400 euros per hour). Bear in mind that the guided trip requires a minimum of two jet skis per departure. The Point Jet Ski Marbella base is right on the beach on the N-340, Km 184, 5, 29660 Marbella, Málaga, and they take bookings and enquiries through their website and on 622 26 49 91.
2. Marbella Sport Boats (Puerto Deportivo de Marbella)
In the Puerto Deportivo, pontoon 3. Circuit without a licence and guided tour with 130 hp jet skis.
Circuit without a licence, 20 min 60 euros, 30 min 90 euros, 40 min 110 euros (excluding VAT, companion +10 euros).
Guided tour, 30 min 120 euros, 60 min 200 euros, 90 min 270 euros.
With a licence, 1 hour 150 euros (130 hp) or 180 euros (170 to 180 hp), deposit of 500 euros. Bear in mind that circuit prices exclude VAT, so the final figure is higher.
3. Water Sports Banús (Playa Levante, Nueva Andalucía)
On Playa Levante, in Nueva Andalucía, five minutes from Puerto Banús. Fleet of 2024 and 2025 Sea-Doo GTX with iBR intelligent braking, a designated circuit with a support boat and an active tourism licence from the Junta de Andalucía.
Circuit without a licence, 20 min 70 euros, 30 min 100 euros, 1 hour 180 euros, 2 hours 330 euros.
The price includes a safety talk, life jacket, third-party liability and accident insurance and supervision from the support boat. The photo and video package is 25 euros extra. Bear in mind that the minimum age to ride is 18, higher than at other operators in the comparison.
4. Aquatime (Puerto Deportivo and Puente Romano)
Office in the Puerto Deportivo and base on Puente Romano beach. More than 35 years of experience in the area.
Jet ski circuit (1 to 2 people), from 60 euros. Guided trip, from 110 euros.
Parasailing, from 70 euros. Boat hire, from 150 euros. Bear in mind that they publish «from» prices, with no breakdown by duration, so ask for the final rate when booking.
5. Cabopino Jet Ski (Puerto de Cabopino)
Family business in the port of Cabopino, in the eastern area.
Circuit, sessions of 15, 20 and 30 min, from 60 to 140 euros (the 140 is for the 30-minute session for two people).
Includes jet ski, life jacket, instruction session and third-party liability insurance. Photo or video with a drone is an optional extra service. Bear in mind that the minimum age to ride is 18 and the passenger must be over 14, with a supplement of 10 euros.
6. Marbella Rental Point (Puerto de Estepona)
It appears under Marbella but departs from the port of Estepona. Fleet of 170 hp Sea-Doo GTX.
Guided tour without a licence, 30 min 99 euros, 45 min 135 euros, 60 min 165 euros.
Self-drive with a licence, 1 hour 200 euros, 2 hours 350 euros, 4 hours 600 euros, deposit of 500 euros and minimum age 25. Bear in mind that the base is in Estepona, not in Marbella, so allow for the journey.
Jet ski prices in Marbella in 2026, compared
Summary of the circuit without a licence, which is the most booked option.
| Operator | 20-30 min | 45-60 min | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point Jet Ski | 70-105 € | 140-180 € | All inclusive + accident insurance |
| Marbella Sport Boats | 60-90 € (excl. VAT) | 110 € (40 min) | Life jacket, instructor |
| Marbella JetSki | 70-90 € | n/a | Life jacket, instructor |
| Cabopino Jet Ski | 60-140 € (15-30 min) | n/a | Drone included |
| Marbella Rental Point | 99 € (30 min, with guide) | 135-165 € | Guided tour |
Closed circuit rates without a licence by duration
A short session of 20 to 30 minutes costs between 60 and 105 euros depending on the operator and model. To go again or cover more ground, go for the hour.
Excursion and guided coastal tour rates
The one-hour guided tour costs between 165 and 200 euros per jet ski. Two-hour routes go up to 330.
Other water activities (towables, wakeboard, flyboard, parasailing)
Towables cost around 25 euros per person. Wakeboarding, flyboarding or water skiing cost between 75 and 90 euros per session. Parasailing starts at 70 euros.
Types and models of jet ski in Marbella
Almost the whole hire fleet in the area is Sea-Doo.
Sea-Doo Spark and Spark Trixx, for beginners
The Spark and the Spark Trixx weigh less and have around 90 hp. They turn with little travel and are used on circuits and by first-time riders. With two people they are less stable and feel the swell more.
Sea-Doo GTX PRO 130, two-seater for the circuit
The GTX PRO 130 has 110 hp and is the most common two-seater for hire in Marbella. It copes well with two people and is the one you will ride on most circuits without a licence.
170 and 180 hp models for hire with a licence
With a licence and self-drive you are given 170 or 180 hp models. They usually ask for a deposit of 500 euros and a higher minimum age.
Closed circuit, guided tour and self-drive: which to choose
Closed circuit if you do not have a licence and want a short session.
Guided tour if you want to cover the coast without a licence.
Self-drive if you have a licence and want to go off on your own.
Where to ride a jet ski in Marbella by area
Marbella has several departure points.
Playa del Pinillo and central Marbella
Right by the promenade, central and well connected. Circuit area without a licence and short trips towards the centre. It can be combined with a day at the beach.
Puerto Banús and Nueva Andalucía
The most touristy area. Departures with views of the yachts and the Golden Mile. It is usually the most expensive and the busiest in August.
Cabopino and the eastern area
Quieter, next to the dunes. For open sea and fewer people, with family-run operators.
Estepona and surroundings (a short distance from Marbella)
To the west. Several operators that appear under Marbella depart from Estepona, so confirm where you set off from so you can allow for the journey.
Safety and regulations for riding a jet ski in Marbella
The life jacket is compulsory and so is the safety key attached to your body. Keep your distance from bathers and watch your speed near the coast, which is regulated. The jet ski has a trigger throttle and no reverse gear. Start slowly, get used to the turns and then speed up.
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