1 Hour · Up Close to the Brooklyn Bridge · From $179
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We launch from Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City — directly across the Hudson from Lower Manhattan. Minutes after your safety briefing you’ll be on the open water with the skyline ahead, heading straight for the most famous bridge in New York.
Experience New York Harbor like never before, on your own jet ski, with a guide riding alongside.
This isn’t a boat tour where you’re just a passenger. You’re on your own jet ski, carving through the harbor with Manhattan’s skyline as your backdrop.
Get closer to the Statue of Liberty than most people ever will. Hang out right next to Ellis Island. Cruise under the Brooklyn Bridge. These aren’t distant views from a ferry deck — you’re in the water.
First-time visitors who want an unforgettable NYC story. Locals celebrating something special. Adventure seekers tired of the same old tourist traps. Groups looking for the one activity everyone will actually enjoy.
Your friends won’t ask “how was the ferry?” They’ll ask “wait — you drove a jet ski under the Brooklyn Bridge?!” This is the NYC story people remember.
5 Stops – 1 incredible tour
After your safety briefing and a quick skills check, you’ll throttle out into New York Harbor with One World Trade Center rising in front of you. From the water, you get a full, unobstructed view of the Downtown Manhattan skyline.
Photo Tip: Turn back toward the city and frame the full skyline with One World Trade Center centered in your shot.
Next you’ll shoot up the East River, passing the bright orange Staten Island ferries and the buzzing Wall Street Heliport. This is where you really feel the movement of New York Harbor all around you — ferries, barges, tour boats and helicopters.
Photo Tip: Watch for ferries crossing the channel and helicopters overhead for those classic “only in New York” action shots.
Glide beneath the Brooklyn Bridge and take in sweeping views of both Manhattan and Brooklyn. Your guide will give you time to slow down, soak in the arches, and capture the iconic bridge-and-skyline perspective from water level.
Photo Tip: Face back toward Manhattan and position the bridge off to one side of the frame for a dramatic wide shot.
From the bridge you’ll follow the Brooklyn shoreline past Governors Island. On a clear day you’ll spot the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in the distance, marking the opening of New York Harbor out to the Atlantic Ocean.
Photo Tip: Look south for a wide, cinematic view that captures the harbor, Governors Island and the Verrazzano all in one shot.
To cap off the tour, you’ll ride straight across one of the busiest natural harbors in the world to get up close to the Statue of Liberty. After a slow loop around Liberty Island, you’ll pass Ellis Island and line up your final photos with the Manhattan skyline behind you.
Photo Tip: Use burst mode as you circle the statue so you can pick the perfect frame with both Lady Liberty and the skyline in the background.
Your guide rides alongside you
Your guide isn't on a distant boat shouting through a megaphone. They're right there on their own jetski, riding alongside your group the entire time.
First time on a jet ski? They'll keep it chill. Experienced rider? They'll let you open it up. Every tour is different because every group is different.
They've done this hundreds of times. They know exactly where to postion you for the perfect Statue of Liberty shot, which side of the Brooklyn Bridge photographs best, and when the lighting is idea.
This isn't a history lecture. It's a New Yorker showing you their city form the water, sharing the stories tourists don't hear, the details guidebooks miss.
“Nothing comes close to jet skiing under the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty and more. Loved every second — worth every dollar!”
— Paulina Z. · Google
Built-In Photo Stops
We slow down at the Brooklyn Bridge and Lady Liberty so you can actually capture the moment.
Your Guide Shoots
Your guide knows the best angles and grabs photos of your crew mid-ride.
Share-Ready
Walk away with NYC photos your friends won’t believe are real.
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Ready to get on the water? Choose your time and book in minutes.
No surprises, just show up ready for adventure.
Not on a distant boat — right there with you
Top-of-the-line, well-maintained equipment
Safety first, always
15-minute walkthrough before you ride
Time to capture every moment
You Don't Need A Boating License or Special Permit
First timer welcome, we'll teach you everything
From nervous beginners to experienced riders
Liberty Landing Marina
84 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305
From Manhattan
Take the LibertyLandingFerry.com (15 minutes) to our Marina or PATH Train to Grove or Exchange Place
Parking
On-site for $7 per day
Swimsuit underneath comfortable clothes (you will get splashed)
Sunglasses with a strap (highly recommended)
Avoid loose items that can fly off
Arrive 30 minutes early.
This gives us time for check-in, safety briefing, and getting you fitted with equipment.
What happens at check-in:
Sign waiver (can be done online beforehand)
Get fitted for life jacket
15-minute safety briefing & jet ski orientation
To Drive:
Age 18+ with valid ID
Weight limit: 400 lbs
Comfortable in the water
To Ride as Passenger:
Age 10+ (with parent/legal guardian driver)
Weight limit: 400 lbs combined
Parent/guardian consent required
Your safety is our priority. We monitor weather conditions closely and will reschedule if conditions are unsafe.
We reschedule for:
Lightning or thunderstorms
High winds
Heavy rain or fog
Unsafe wave conditions
Free reschedule or full refund
If we cancel due to weather, you choose: pick a new date or get a 100% refund. No questions asked.
Select the perfect tour for your NYC experience.
⏱ 1 Hour From $179
✓ Brooklyn & Manhattan Bridges
✓ Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
✓ Freedom Tower & skyline
Best for: first-timers & visitors short on time
⏱ 2–2.5 Hours From $319
✓ Full Manhattan loop · all 4 bridges
✓ GW Bridge & Yankee Stadium
✓ 32 miles across 3 rivers
Best for: adventurers who want to see it all
⏱ Custom Private Group
✓ Bachelor / bachelorette parties
✓ Birthdays & corporate events
✓ Private guides for your crew
Best for: celebrations & groups
Yes! Both our 1-hour and 2–2.5-hour tours cruise right up to the Brooklyn Bridge. You’ll get water-level views and photo time at one of the most iconic landmarks in New York — plus the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Manhattan skyline along the way.
If you’re coming from New York: You can take the PATH train to Grove Street in Jersey City, then grab a quick 10-minute taxi or Uber. Alternatively, take the Liberty Landing Ferry from Brookfield Place (near the 9/11 Memorial), which costs $7 and gets you to the marina in under 15 minutes.
If you’re coming from New Jersey: We’re just a short drive or Uber ride away in Liberty State Park, with parking available on-site for your convenience.
You can find directions here.
No prior experience is required! In fact, a large percentage of our guests have never ridden a jet ski before. As long as you’re comfortable around the water, you’ll have a blast! Our guides will give you a brief orientation and provide support throughout the tour, helping you with anything you need along the way.
Yes, you can! If you’re 18 or older and feel comfortable riding solo, you’re welcome to take the jet ski by yourself. If you’d prefer to have a passenger, just choose our Tandem package. Please note, our guides will be on separate skis, so you’ll never be riding with them—they’ll be there to assist from their own jet skis!
Yes, we offer group rates and special offers for large parties. Contact us directly at [email protected] for more details, and we’ll work with you to get the best deal for your group!
Yes, we offer private tours for those looking for a more personalized experience. Whether it’s a romantic outing, corporate event, or group celebration, we can customize the route and pace to suit your preferences. Contact us at [email protected] for more info!