TurboJet
China
Travel time is 1 hour from Hong Kong to Macau, one way. Guests will need to make their own way to the Shun Tak ferry terminal, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1TurboJet Ferry
Welcome aboard the TurboJet, the high-speed pulse of the Pearl River Delta. As we prepare for this journey between the financial heart of Hong Kong and the historic gaming capital of Macau, we are engaging with a piece of…
Listen in the app2The Gateway — Sheung Wan Ferry Terminal
Our journey begins at the Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal, located within the Shun Tak Centre in Sheung Wan. To reach this point, many travelers take the MTR Island Line to Sheung Wan Station and follow Exit D, emerging into a…
Listen in the app3Vessel Mechanics — The Power of the Jet Engine
As you step onto the vessel, it is worth contemplating the extraordinary machine that is about to transport you. The heart of the TurboJet is, as its name suggests, a jet engine—specifically a marine gas turbine. …
Listen in the app4Onboard Experience — Comfort and Capacity
Once you find your seat, you will be struck by how spacious and aircraft-like the interior of a TurboJet vessel feels. Depending on the specific model, these ships can carry anywhere from 200 to over 400 passengers. …
Listen in the app5The Crossing — Navigating the Pearl River Estuary
As the TurboJet leaves the shelter of Victoria Harbour and enters the open waters of the Pearl River Estuary, the landscape begins to change dramatically. This body of water is one of the world's most significant and busiest…
Listen in the app6Technical Resilience — Stability and Safety
Safety and stability are the quiet cornerstones of the TurboJet operation. Given the speeds involved and the potential for rough weather in the South China Sea, the engineering of these vessels must be impeccable. …
Listen in the app7Arrival — Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal
As the Macau skyline begins to loom larger and the engines begin to throttle down, we prepare for our arrival at the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal. You will feel the hull gently settle back into the water—a process known as…
Listen in the app8Closing
As you step away from the terminal and into the vibrant streets of Macau, I hope you carry with you an appreciation for the journey we’ve just completed. The TurboJet is more than just a ferry; it is a symbol of the…
Listen in the app
What is TurboJet?
TurboJet is a place in China with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | China |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 22.2877, 114.1502 |
| Last updated |
