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  • Our group of 5 enjoyed a boat ride with James and it was a wonderful time! The boat was clean and smooth and James...

    JESSICA

    Sep 2025

  • All excellent, attentive and pending every moment!

    Luiis

    Sep 2025

  • Kelly

    Sep 2025

  • I booked this boat for a bachelorette party for 11 people. The boat was the perfect size for our party! Everyone had...

    Rachael

    Sep 2025

  • We had so much fun!! And lazaro was such a great captain!!

    Kirsten

    Sep 2025

  • Maisy

    Sep 2025

  • Boat was great, very comfortable for the 5 of us! So glad we got the floating mat, allowed us to anchor off shore an...

    Sharry

    Sep 2025

  • Really enjoyed our time on the water. Boat is in perfect condition.

    Garima

    Sep 2025

  • Carlos surprised the group and I with unexpected upgrades. The crew was awesome. Would highly recommend for your...

    Colin

    Sep 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Fabulous!

    Lex

    Sep 2025

  • Brian was super easy to work with and made the outing a breeze. We had a ton of fun! Great boat and the kids loved...

    Kevin

    Sep 2025

  • It was amazing thank you for having us.

    Neusa

    Sep 2025

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1

Find the perfect boat

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

2

Select a captain

Choose to drive yourself or select a USCG licensed captain.

3

Book with ease

Connect with your boat owner and complete your booking online.

4

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.

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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.


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Own a boat?

Boatsetter lets you make money renting out your boat. Peace of mind and insurance is included in every rental, and you choose who rents your boat.

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