What you'll do

Rent a Sea-Doo jet ski in Myrtle Beach and take it out on the open coastal waters solo or with a passenger for a 30-minute session at your own pace, in a supervised riding area where you control the speed, the turns, and how much of the coastline you cover.

• Pick Your Duration — Choose a 30-minute freestyle session, a 1-hour ride, or a 2-hour guided coastal tour, depending on how much time your group has and how far you want to go.

• Ride Freestyle or With a Guide — Experienced riders can explore the supervised riding zone independently, while guests who want to cover more ground can book a guided tour through the coastal waterways and barrier island routes.

• Take a Passenger — All jet skis are 2-seaters, so you can bring someone along for the ride. Kids aged 6 and older (minimum 35 lbs) are welcome as passengers.

• Explore the Marsh Trails — On longer guided sessions, experienced riders can request access to the marsh trails that wind through the barrier islands, a stretch of the SC coast most visitors on the water never reach.

• Spot Coastal Wildlife — The riding area runs through active marine habitat, and dolphin sightings are common on the longer coastal tours, especially in the morning hours.

This is a Myrtle Beach jet ski rental that works for every experience level. First-timers get a supervised area and a manageable 30-minute window, while riders who know what they're doing can push further out along the coast on a guided route that actually goes somewhere. The flexibility in duration and format is what keeps groups coming back to book the longer session after the first one.

Why we love it for your group

• Three Duration Options — 30 minutes, 1 hour, or 2 hours means your group isn't locked into a format that doesn't fit your day. Book what works and upgrade if you want more time on the water.

• Solo or Paired Riding — Every jet ski fits two people, so couples and friends can share a ride; rates adjust for solo vs. paired bookings so the pricing stays fair regardless of how your group splits up.

• Guided Coastal Access — The guided option takes riders through barrier island waterways and marsh trails that aren't part of the standard freestyle zone, a meaningful upgrade for anyone who wants a route with a destination.

• Full Safety Coverage — Life jackets are provided for all riders, the fleet is well-maintained and regularly serviced, and staff are on the water throughout every session for supervision and emergency support.

• All Skill Levels Accommodated — Guides adjust instruction and route complexity in real time based on each rider's experience level, so first-timers and seasoned riders can book the same session without anyone feeling held back or left behind.

About this experience partner:

Southern Shores Island and Dolphin Cruises operates Ride the Tide, one of the most flexible jet ski rental operations on the Myrtle Beach coastline, offering 30-minute, 1-hour, and 2-hour sessions with both freestyle and fully guided options out of North Myrtle Beach. The company is run by Captain Jay and Captain Ben, who bring over 40 years of combined experience on these waters and built the guided route program, including the marsh trail and barrier island access, around their detailed knowledge of local conditions and wildlife patterns. Southern Shores also operates a USCG-inspected catamaran fleet and dolphin cruise program, making it one of the few operators in the area that can put the same group on a jet ski in the morning and a catamaran in the afternoon.

Additional information

• Driver requirements — Drivers must be 16 or older and hold a valid driver's license to operate a jet ski.

• Passenger requirements — All jet skis are 2-seaters. Passengers must be at least 6 years old and weigh a minimum of 35 lbs.

• Waivers — All riders and passengers are required to complete a waiver and release before going on the water. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to handle paperwork.

• Duration options — This listing covers the 30-minute freestyle session. 1-hour and 2-hour sessions, including the guided coastal tour, are available as separate bookings.