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GRADUATION PARTY JET SKI TOURS & RENTALS

Quick Details

Solo Jet Ski (Weekday)

One adult per jet ski

$ 169

Solo Jet Ski (Weekend)

One adult per jet ski

$ 199

Tandem Jet Ski (Weekday

Two adults per jet ski

$ 229

Tandem Jet Ski (Weekend)

Two adults per jet ski

$ 259

CELEBRATE YOUR GRADUATION WITH A THRILLING JET SKI TOUR

Congratulations, graduate! Whether you’ve just graduated from high school or college, you’ve completed a major lifecycle. Throwing a party to celebrate is traditional, but no one stipulated what type of party that would be. Rather than sitting in one of the many graduation party venues in NYC with distant family members who you barely know, why not have an exhilarating graduation bash on the Hudson River? It’s much more fun to feel the wind in your hair, along with the freedom that riding a jet ski provides.

Graduation Celebration Jet Ski Tour Details

Although it’s expected that you’ll graduate, there is still a great sense of accomplishment that comes with getting through at least 13 years of education. You’ve put in the time and hard work, and now it’s finally time for you to cut loose! 

Each person at your graduation party in NYC will be given a basic introduction to their jet ski, along with some necessary safety rules. This 15-minute session makes it so that even beginners will soon have their jet ski whipping across the water at up to 55 MPH. Once your group is ready, your tour leader will guide you past some of the hottest landmarks in the city.   

Jet Skiing in New York – The Experience 

Do you have some party guests who aren’t quite sure that they want to drive a jet ski? That’s not a problem! We offer single and tandem rides, which means that they can ride behind the driver. This is also a great way to enable people under 18 to participate in your graduation party jet ski rental experience. Just make sure they’re at least 12 years old and accompanied by a parent or guardian, and they’ll be free to climb on the back of a jet ski. 

Meanwhile, the rest of you can mount your jet skis and get ready to have a truly fantastic time. Driving a jet ski is super easy! Once you’ve gotten used to your jet ski’s maneuverability, you’ll have no issues following your tour guide. Whenever you’re in open waters, you’ll also be given the green light to crank your ride up to 55 MPH. Unlike a car, riding a jet ski at full throttle feels extremely fast. You’ll have the wind in your face and hair, which offers a refreshing and thrilling ride. 

What’s Included with My NYC Graduation Party Jet Ski Rental?

  • 1-2 hours of riding on a jet ski around NYC
  • Separate bathrooms and changing rooms in our New Jersey Marina 
  • Attentive tour guide to ensure an incredible experience 
  • Life vest, water shoes, dry suit, and other riding accessories are included
  • A private bin for your belongings

Book your jet ski rental today to have a blast celebrating your graduation! 

Sights You’ll See     

As far as graduation party ideas in NYC go, riding a jet ski is a top-notch activity. After all, riding around the Hudson River is a blast! It becomes even better, however, once you toss in all the landmarks. You’ll get to see them from a different vantage point than the typical tourist (or local!) as you take a 1-hour or 2-hour ride. 

1. One-Hour Jet Ski Tour

Your graduation party kicks off at Liberty Landing Marina, which is just across the border in New Jersey. After a 10-to-15-minute training session, it’ll be time to head out. Be sure to keep your leader within eyesight as they take you to several noteworthy attractions. 

  • Ellis Island
  • Statue of Liberty (Lady Liberty) 
  • Liberty Island 
  • Brooklyn Bridge  
  • The World Trade Center 
  • Staten Island Ferry Terminal  
  • Verrazano Bridge 
  • Wall Street Heliport 
  • Governor’s Island 

2. Two-Hour Jet Ski Tour 

Like most traditional graduation party venues in NYC, you’ll have the ability to rent our jet skis for more than one hour. Our two-hour tour—which actually lasts between two and 2.5 hours—will give you double the landmarks. Prepare to see the following: 

  • Lady Liberty (Statue of Liberty) 
  • Freedom Tower
  • Manhattan Skyline
  • Ellis Island
  • Liberty Island
  • Empire State Building 
  • Hudson Yards
  • Little Island
  • Little Red Lighthouse 
  • Chelsea Piers
  • The Vessel 
  • George Washington Bridge 
  • The Columbia ‘C’
  • Harlem River 
  • Yankee Stadium 
  • Pepsi Cola Sign
  • Roosevelt Island Queens
  • UN Headquarters
  • Pebble Beach
  • Governor’s Island
  • Williamsburg Bridge 
  • Jane’s Carousel
  • Jersey City’s Colgate Clock
  • Verrazano Bridge

Sea the City features an all-inclusive jet skiing experience. In other words, your water shoes, dry suit, and other accessories are all included! 

Reviews

Are you wondering exactly how much fun you and your guests will have? Check out the following reviews!

Amazing Birthday Celebration

Went with a bunch of friends to celebrate my birthday and we had THE MOST AMAZING time. We did the full 2.5 hour all around Manhattan jet ski tour. Tom was our guide and he did a fantastic job showing us around, taking great pics and all around creating a great experience for us. The whole staff was kind, awesome and just all around good vibes from start to finish. The tour itself was phenomenal. We saw everything. The bridges, the Hudson/Harlem and East rivers and finished off by the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The whole process went very smoothly and we will definitely be going back again soon. I can’t recommend these guys enough!

– Brett Backerman • Google
Unforgettable Birthday Experience

I celebrated my birthday jet skiing for the first time ever over the weekend. Seeing the city from the water is an experience I’ll never forget. Our pictures came out great! Curtis and Nicole were the best!!

– S P • Google
This Entire Experience Was Absolutely Amazing

This entire experience was absolutely amazing! I surprised my husband with this hot tub boat tour for his 40th birthday and it was above & beyond my expectations. The crew was very friendly, accommodating & knowledgeable; they each made the experience that much better! The views (need I say more) are just so gorgeous and being on the open water in a hot tub in the middle of winter is simply heaven! My husband's 40th birthday surprise was an experience that we will be talking about for the next 40+ years! If your looking for something special & different to do then book the hot tub boat tour, you will NOT regret it!!! We will definitely be back!

– Christine Cervino • Google
This experience was beyond our expectations!

This experience was beyond our expectations! I booked the hot tub boat tour for my husband's birthday (we set sail at sunset so we got beautiful sunset and nighttime views of the city all lit up) and it was every bit the unique experience I thought it would be. Plus the staff were super helpful and friendly, making this an all around excellent experience!

– killian piraro • Google
The view of the Statue of Liberty was amazing!

What can I say… this was such an experience!!! I went with my husband as an early birthday gift to me. What better way to see NY than being in a hot tub while doing so? The water was nice and warm—it was windy on the harbor, but not too bad. The view of the Statue of Liberty was amazing! The staff was super nice and helpful, and overall the ride was perfect! I would do this again 10x!!!

– Paola Ponce • Google

Meet the Team

A professional jet ski tour guide will lead your party, and they’ll place a major emphasis on your safety. Therefore, be sure to pay close attention as they go over how to ride a jet ski, along with vital safety tips. 

There are also a variety of experienced crew members who are responsible for ensuring you have the smoothest ride possible. Although they will have already looked over your jet ski, please be sure to alert one of them if something feels off. They’ll take care of the problem immediately!   

Graduation Party Places in NYC – Sea the City! 

If you want to throw a graduation party that stands above all the rest, be sure to book a tour with Sea the City for yourself and your closest family members and friends. To ensure your chosen day is available, make sure to schedule your party with us in advance. We also encourage you to book your next birthday party, corporate event, bachelor or bachelorette party, or romantic anniversary on board our jet skis!

FAQs

Where to have a graduation party in NYC?

You have many options when it comes to your graduation party, ranging from a traditional venue rental to riding on jet skis. 

How much should you spend on a graduation party?

The average cost of throwing a graduation party in the U.S. is $1,128. Sea the City starts at only $169 per person, which means you and at least five guests can ride jet skis around NYC. 

What do you normally do for a graduation party?

A typical graduation party is similar to a birthday party or wedding reception. You’ll have a guest book, food, drinks, party favors, gifts, etc. Instead of doing this, embrace something truly fun by having a jet ski rental party from Sea the City. 

Is it normal to have a graduation party?

It’s definitely normal to have a graduation party! After all, you’ve reached a major life event. Make it even more special by partying on jet ski rentals from Sea the City.