Tobiasvde, Jet Ski (7157228565), CC BY-SA 2.0
Have you ever been curious as to how jet skis work? These motorbikes that run on water are truly a work of art and wonder. Jet skiing is a popular water sport in many parts of the world, especially in Maldives. Eco Resort types on the island usually provide a variety of water activities that will keep their guests entertained during their holiday. Tourists, who stay at properties such as Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, can go on a jet ski tour or engage in other sports such as diving and snorkelling.
To start with, when the power of the jet ski is turned on, water is sucked through a large grate at the bottom of the vehicle. Power for the vehicle is derived by a medium-sized four cylinder engine that’s filled with gasoline. The fuel tank can accommodate about 20 gallons of fuel in its 75 litre tank, so that you won’t run out of fuel while you’re in the middle of the sea. These water crafts move along the water by pushing water behind it through the aid of a high powered jet. This steerable nozzle at the back of the craft is much smaller than the entrance of the pipe, and the pressure of this water as it is squirted behind the watercraft is what is pushes the jet ski forward. Some of the water that’s sucked in by this impeller is also used to cool the jet ski’s engine.
Steering a jet ski is quite easy too, especially when it’s done at high speeds! Pump your adrenaline as you whizz through the azure waters of the Maldives on this high powered aqua vehicle as you admire the beauty of Maldives. You can even go island hopping on the jet ski, only if your resort allows it of course.
Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.
