Water Skiing

If water skiing is your thing, then you won’t be disappointed with the flat lakes, calm seas and thousands of kilometres of quiet rivers around Australia. Whether you’re just starting out on a knee board or you’re an expert barefoot champ, you’ll find a piece of water to run your skis over.

Test out your skills with a variety of skiing activities in Australia’s waterways. Knee boarding, wakeboarding, bare footing and slalom skiing are all variations on the original two-ski method giving you the thrill of being tugged along by a powerboat. If you don’t feel like exerting too much energy, take the easy way and jump onto an inflatable. Tubes and tyres are pulled along behind the boat, and all you need to do is hang on for the ride!

Looking to learn or improve you skills? Expert coaching is available in every state, and you’ll find skiing schools next to most popular ski destinations. Beginners can start from scratch, while more experienced skiers can learn new tricks or improve their techniques.

Take your pick of skiing locations around the country. There are natural lakes, rivers and dams inland, while on the coast you’ll find sheltered bays, coves and inlets provide smooth waters just waiting to be cut. The other option is one of the many manmade lakes and ski parks specially made for skiing. You’re always guaranteed a great ride here, since these venues are constructed with skiers in mind, and can include features like cable skiing, slalom, jumps, sliders and kicker ramps. The choice is yours!