Jet Ski Scams in Thailand: Rental Checks and Dispute Help
Check jet ski rental terms, photograph existing damage, understand insurance questions and get help with a disputed charge in Phuket or Pattaya.
Jet Ski Scams in Thailand: How to Rent Safely
Updated 16 October 2026. A jet ski ride can look like an easy beach activity in Phuket, Pattaya or another Thai resort. Before renting one, however, understand the risks: accidents, unclear rental conditions and disputes about alleged damage can turn a short ride into an expensive problem. The Australian government’s Thailand travel advice specifically warns…
Jet Ski to get insurance in Phuket
The Phuket government are making the Jet Ski operators (read scammers) take an insurance for Jet Skis. The government in Phuket is putting down the foot after the scam was shown on TV outside Thailand and it brought real shame to Phuket Every owner have to register their business and only 219 operators (don’t ask…
Big trouble in thailand scam
A Thai police officer in Phuket says that the “Big trouble in Thailand” videos are all faked videos and are made to damage the reputation of the country. The creator of the video stand by his word and movie and says that he can show anyone the uncut version of his films if anybody want…
Renting a Jet Ski in Thailand: Safety, Damage Claims and Smart Questions
Thinking of renting a jet ski in Thailand? Check insurance, damage records, fees, safety equipment and what to do if a dispute occurs.
Danish family held for sons Jet Ski accident
A Danish boy of 15 years old accidentally killed a 23 year old Chinese man when he was driving the Jet Ski he had rent on Cha Am beach 2 hours drive from Bangkok. The Chinese family demanded 500 00 DK from the Danish family but the Thai court settled the amount for 300 000…