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Thai transport officials inspected Phuket jet-ski operations in July 2026, focusing on licensing, registration, operating zones and vessels encroaching into designated swimming areas. Enforcement activity is useful, but visitors should still carry out their own checks before renting.
Use an established operator, read the agreement, confirm the full price and operating time, photograph the craft from all sides before departure and clarify how existing damage is recorded. Wear the provided life jacket and stay inside the approved area. Do not rent when sea conditions are unsafe, and avoid arguments on the beach by keeping payment records and asking for clear written terms.
Updated 2026-07-18