Kayaking in Maafushi Island: Jet ski, kayak & fun tube combo

Three water sports stacked into one lagoon afternoon

A water sports combo on Maafushi Island pairing a guided jet ski run, a solo kayak paddle through shallow water, and a fun tube tow behind a speedboat. The package chains all three activities in sequence over roughly two hours, with a guide in English and life jacket provided. You control the pace on the kayak leg and can request easy or aggressive speed on the tube.

The experience

The jet ski leg opens the day: a guided or solo 15 to 20 minute ride across the open lagoon where you build speed along the island coastline. It's the adrenaline anchor of the three. Then comes the kayak, a full hour of paddling a double kayak at whatever pace suits you through the shallow, clear water. This is where the speed drops and the exploration takes over, and couples or friends often share the boat. The fun tube closes it out: an inflatable donut or sofa pulled behind a speedboat or jet ski for 10 to 15 minutes of bumpy, splash-heavy riding where you call the shots on speed. Easy or crazy, depending on what you want.

A guide leads the jet ski portion and stays with you through the sequence. The kayak is self-paced once you're on the water. Life jacket comes with every activity. The whole thing runs just under two hours from start to finish, which means it fits into a half-day slot without eating the rest of your island time.

What’s included

• Life jacket for all three activities.
• English-speaking guide for the jet ski leg.
• double kayak for the one-hour paddle.
• fun tube ride with speed choice.
• all equipment and setup.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Paradise peak travels

Is this one for you?The kayak leg sets the pace at a full hour of self-guided paddling, so this combo works best if you're comfortable in the water and want a mix of speed and exploration rather than a guided tour of fixed stops.

Top questions

Can I do the jet ski without a guide, or does someone have to lead it?

The jet ski can be guided or solo. You pick which one when you book. Either way, the 15 to 20 minute ride covers the open lagoon at your own speed.

Is the kayak part something I do alone, or do I share the boat?

The kayak is a double, so you can paddle solo if you're the only one, or share it with a friend or partner. The full hour is yours to explore the shallow water at whatever rhythm you want.

What happens if I want the fun tube to go slower or faster?

You request the speed before the tube starts: easy for a gentler tow or crazy if you want the bumpy, splashy version. The boat operator adjusts to what you ask for.

How long is the whole thing, and will it take up my whole afternoon?

The combo runs about two hours total, so it fits into a half-day without eating the rest of your time on the island.

What do I need to bring or wear for this?

Life jacket is included for every activity. Wear swimwear and bring a towel. Water shoes or reef shoes help on entry and exit. Sunscreen and a rash guard are smart choices for the time on the water.