Drive a Jet Car on Biscayne Bay — Miami's Floating Corvette Experience
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness needed; able to board a small watercraft and sit for the duration.
Overview
Pilot a Corvette-shaped jet car across Biscayne Bay and see Miami from an improbable angle — part high-performance thrill, part coastal sightseeing. This one-hour experience blends a scenic pontoon cruise with hands-on driving in small groups.
Drive a Jet Car on Biscayne Bay — Miami's Floating Corvette Experience
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The engine's rumble arrives an instant before the spray does: a Corvette silhouette carved from fiberglass, sitting low like a cat ready to pounce on glassy water. At Pelican Harbor, passengers sling on life jackets and exchange a grin with the guide; the jet car waits, impatient and improbably glamorous, its chrome flirting with the sun. For the next hour, Miami’s skyline slides by like a postcard and Biscayne Bay dares you to go faster.
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Adventure Tips
Bring sun protection
The bay reflects intense Florida sun; wear reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and polarized sunglasses to reduce glare.
Wear secure shoes
Choose sneakers or boat shoes—no flip-flops—to keep your feet stable when boarding and driving the jet car.
Hydrate and time it
An hour on the water in sun heats up quickly; drink water beforehand and prefer morning or late-afternoon slots for cooler conditions.
Listen to the safety briefing
Guides cover operation, no-go zones, and wildlife precautions—follow instructions to protect yourself and the bay’s seagrass and marine life.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Brown pelican
- Manatee (in cooler months)
History
Biscayne Bay has been a maritime corridor for indigenous communities and later for Caribbean and American settlers; Miami’s boating culture blossomed in the 20th century alongside tourism and coastal development.
Conservation
The bay contains sensitive seagrass beds and mangroves; operators follow no-wake zones and shore-side regulations to minimize propeller and wake damage.
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Recommended Gear
Sunglasses (polarized)
Cuts surface glare and helps you spot other boats and marine life.
summer specific
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and reduces chemical impact on seagrass and coral.
summer specific
Light windbreaker
A thin layer blocks spray and cool bay breezes, especially in winter mornings.
winter specific
Secure footwear
Sneakers or boat shoes aid safe boarding and provide grip on wet surfaces.