What are the steps needed to rent a boat in Delaware?

5/5 stars

Summer Day...

Jen was great. Communication excellent. Boat was ready for us. Couldn’t have been easier will rent from them again.

Dawn

Sep 2024
5/5 stars

Summer Day...

Nice boat and the process was very easy! Great host!

Clifford

Aug 2024
5/5 stars

Got Buckeye Boat...

David was great to work and extremely accommodating. The boat was in great shape and super clean. Can’t wait to...

Zach

Aug 2024
5/5 stars

Summer Day...

We had the best day out on the water, and we are so thankful to Jen and Chris for allowing us to use their boat. They...

Omar

Aug 2024
5/5 stars

Summer Day...

We rented a Pontoon from them and had a great time on Alum Creek. The customer service is amazing, super friendly and...

Francis G

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

Summer Day...

What a beautiful lake. The boat was gorgeous and the hosts were amazing. They answered all questions we had and went...

Dan

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

Summer Day...

Jen & Chris were great people to rent from.. We will definitely rent from them again! 👍🏻

Penny

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

Got Buckeye Lake...

The boat was perfect. We had a memorable day on the lake with our family. The owner went out of his way to make it a...

jen

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

Got Buckeye Boat...

Boat was fantastic! Way better than the one we rented days before from a rental company. It was basically brand new...

Amy

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

Summer Day...

Super easy pick up and drop off, no complaints at all

Nicholas

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

Got Buckeye Lake...

Communication with the owner David was the best. The boat was top notch. My family had an amazing day. Special thanks...

Steven

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

Summer Day...

Personable and accommodating with shipshape watercraft.

Arthur

Jun 2024

How to rent a boat in Delaware?

Find the perfect boat

Enter your desired location and date to explore our fleet of boats.

Select a captain

Choose to drive yourself or select a USCG licensed captain.

Book with ease

Connect with your boat owner and complete your booking online.

Set sail

Enjoy your day on the water with friends and family!

Why Boatsetter?

As the global leader in peer-to-peer boat rentals, Boatsetter offers an easy, safe and accessible way to experience on-the-water adventure. With boat rentals in 600+ locations, finding a boat is easy and with the option to tap into the largest network of USCG licensed captains, boating experience is not required.

Get out on the water worry-free, knowing our insurance covers every boating trip

Choosing the right boat rental platform is essential to your peace of mind while on the water. That's why we've gone the extra mile to focus on safety through our exclusive partnership with GEICO Marine and BoatUS. As the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer rental, you are protected during all rentals with insurance coverage and on-water assistance through TowBoatUS.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat?

The cost to rent a boat depends on whether you are renting for a half-day or a full day, the boat features and the boat size can impact your boat rental price. Rental prices can range from $200 to $1,000 plus depending on the boat rental itself and the length of time of the rental.

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

How much does it cost to rent a boat for the day?

The cost of renting a boat for the day on average ranges from $200 to $1200. The cost to rent a boat varies depending on the size of the boat and the length of time that you will be using the boat.