KS Watersports Bermuda
One of the well known watersport operators in Bermuda, KS Watesports operates out of several locations: The Royal Naval Dockyard in Sandys, Hamilton City, and Southampton. They also have a limited operation in St. Georges. They offer several activities and guided water tours including Jest Ski safaris and Parasailing. You should book the tours in advance. You can also rent boats.
Here are details of some of their offerings:
Jet Ski Adventure
This is the most popular of all the Jet Ski tours offered by KS Watersports. This 75-minute guided tour starts from the dockyard and goes around the western end water areas of the island. You will see the
Somerset Bridge which is the smallest draw bridge in the world, and then get into the lovely Ely's Harbor. You will also see the partially submerged shipwreck HMS Vixen, and finally have a swim at
Daniel's Head, one of the picturesque shallow water area with a lot of fish and other marine life and corals. One needs to be minimum 16 to ride the Jet Ski.
We have found the tour guides (Mike and Marcus) quite knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. They stress a lot on the safety aspects and also provide instructions on the operations and safety requirements. There would be many other vessels in the water, so one needs to follow certain norms. During the swim break, you can ask questions about the places that you visited during the tour and the guides would be happy to answer them. Sometimes they will also show you some special skills with the Ski. The tour leaves from the Royal Naval Dockyard.
Tour Duration: 75 minutes. Indicative Rate: $135 Single, $150 Double per jet ski.
Jet Ski and Swim Adventure
This is a special 2 and half hour tour of the northern and eastern water area. You will pass by the historical forts that you can see across the coastline, secluded reefs, the Millionaire Row and many other attractions. They will also stop at a secluded beach for a swim. It's not a scheduled tour and requires a minimum of 3 jet skis for the tour to take place. The tour departs from St. George.
Tour Duration: 65-75 minutes. Indicative Rate: $150 Single, $160 Double per jet ski.
Check in at
White Horse Tavern on the square in St. George's ½ hr prior to departure time.
Jet Ski and Snorkel Safari
This is a two hour tour at the western end of the island. It includes all that the Jet Ski Adventure tour offers. In addition, it takes you to a great hideout for snorkeling, and you can see some great marine life and corals there. This tour doesn't have any scheduled timing. You will need to check out for the next available tour. There needs to be a minimum of two jet skis for this tour to take place. The tour leaves from the dockyard.
Tour Duration: 2 Hours. Indicative Rate: $245 (Single), $265 (Double) per jet ski.
Jet Ski and Cliff Jumping Adventure
This is a 2-hour action-packed Jet Ski adventure. This guided tour offers amazing views of the coastline and goes past shipwrecks, coves, several great landmarks, coral reefs, Hamilton, pink sandy beaches, and more. Mid way through the tour, you will reach a small island known as 'Dive Board Island' which has cliffs and jumping platforms at different heights from which you can jump into the crystal clear water. The water around the island is also great for swimming. So, you can also swim around and watch others cliff jump.
The tour departs from Royal Naval Dockyard. Check in at least ½ hour prior to departure time at Island Tour Center Office (at dockyard).
Duration: 2 hours covering 15-20 miles of ocean and coastline. Indicative rate: Single $245, Double $265.
Jet Ski Hideaway Adventure
This 65-minute adventure leaves from the dockyard location and takes you around the central water areas of the island to explore beautiful coves, lakes, harbors, historic landmarks, secluded private islands and more. Some important sights include
Paradise Lake,
Hamilton Harbor, homes of the rich and famous, first seaplane airport in the island etc. This tour is suitable for all ages.
Tour Duration: 65 minutes. Indicative Rate: $145 Single, $155 Double per jet ski.
Book a Jet Ski Tour
Rates by Viator
Parasailing
KS Watersports also offers parasailing from the boat "Thrill Seeker" which operates from the dockyard. The boat can carry up to 12 persons. You will take off from the boat and land back on the boat without touching the water unless of course you want to. They have a harness type parasail which can carry two persons at a time subject to a maximum weight limitation.
While the total time on the boat can be anywhere between 60 to 90 minutes depending on the number of people on the boat, average time for which you will fly is about 10 minutes. They take you to the
Great Sound water area and also towards the northern shore water areas.
Indicative Rates
Dockyard Parasailing Adventure from Dockyard, 8-10 minutes fly time: Maximum 12 persons per boat. Indicative rate: $99 per person, Observer $50.
Dockyard Parasailing Adventure and Eco Tour from Dockyard, 8-10 minutes fly time. Maximum 12 persons per boat. Indicative rate: $110 per person, Observer $50.
Hamilton Parasailing Adventure, 8-10 minutes fly time: Maximum 12 persons per boat. Departs from Albuoy's Point (next to Hamilton ferry terminal) on Tuesdays and Fridays. Indicative rate: $99 per person, Observer $50.
Boat Rentals
KS Watersports has introduced boat rentals that are available from their outlets in Hamilton, St. George and Southampton. They have several different types of boats. Fuel is charged extra. Snorkel gears, noodles, music system, food & drinks are offered at extra cost.
23ft Premium Pontoon Boats that are available from Hamilton and Southampton.
Can accommodate up to 10 persons
50HP Yamaha 4-stroke engine
Includes boarding ladder at stern, large shaded canopy, built-in table for eating
All safety gears
Rate = Half day (4 hours): $355; Full Day (8 hours): $650
23ft Premium Pontoon Boat
Photo: KS Watersports
16ft Boston Whalers that are available from Hamilton, Southampton and St. George
Can accommodate up to 4 persons
Built in cooler with complimentary ice
40HP Mercury 4-stroke engine
Includes boarding ladder at stern, large shaded canopy
All safety gears
Rate = Half day (4 hours): $250; Full Day (8 hours): $375
13ft Boston Whalers that are available from Hamilton
Built in cooler with complimentary ice
Can accommodate up to 3 persons
Mercury 4-stroke engine
Includes boarding ladder at stern, large shaded canopy
All safety gears
Rate = Half day (4 hours): $240; Full Day (8 hours): $365
13ft Boston Whaler
Photo: KS Watersports
Location and Contacts
KS Watersports operates from several locations:
Dockyard
Their main location is at the
Royal Naval Dockyard in Sandys Parish. This is where most of the larger cruise ships dock (at Kings Wharf and Heritage Wharf piers).
Dockyard Watersports Center next to the ferry dock.
6 Dockyard Terrace.
Open seven days a week from 8am - 7pm.
Dockyard Phone: (441) 238-4155
Southampton
Waterlot Dock
Middle Road, Southampton, SN 02
7 days a week from 9am – 6:30pm
Southampton Phone: (441) 236 4155
Hamilton
76 Pitts Bay Road, Pembroke, HM 08
7 days a week from 9am – 6:30pm
Hamilton Phone: (441) 232-4155
St. George's.
8 King's Square, St. George's,
Open daily from 9am - 5pm.
St George Phone: (441) 297-4155
For further information and latest rates, contact:
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Visitors' Reviews and Comments
Henry Sheehan (September 2015)
KS Watersports... their boats are not good. I anchored one of their boats, and suddenly the rope was floating in the water. you would think I was doing them a favor by swimming down and recovering their anchor, but nope, they charged me extra for the broken anchor. We also ran out of gas in the middle of the ocean because they were trying to save money. I should have left their anchor at the bottom of the ocean and let these scum bags recover it. DO NOT RENT FROM THIS COMPANY.... Worst people I've met during my week in Bermuda.
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