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  • 5/5 stars

    Great boat with plenty of power to explore the Bay. Really nice seating and in great condition. Russell was easy to...

    Tristan

    Jun 2025

  • Had a great time on the boat boat was very clean and he even gave us an extra 30 minutes on the water.

    Cole

    Jun 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    The boat was great, pick up and drop off was easy. Boating in Charleston is an experience that shouldn’t be missed by...

    Chris

    Jun 2025

  • Repeat boater with this host. Very friendly and accommodating. Will continue to rent from them this summer!

    Pete

    Jun 2025

  • Chris and jason were amazing people, super nice and down to earth right off the bat. He gave us a tour of the boat...

    Gabriela

    May 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    We had a great time on the water. The boat and owner were awesome as advertised. Would highly recommend and will use...

    Michael

    May 2025

  • We had a great time on Bubba's boat! Would definitely rent with him again.

    Olivia

    May 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Easy pickup and drop off. Ryan was great and the boat was perfect for our group of 7. Will certainly be booking again!

    Cole

    May 2025

  • The boat was very nice and very well kept. Highly recommend!

    Brandon

    May 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Chris was extremely available during our rental and we had the greatest time. Everything was prepared and perfect...

    Alice

    May 2025
  • 5/5 stars

    Ryan & his boat are great! He was quick to respond, answer my questions, and had the boat waiting & ready to go. Boat...

    Katie

    May 2025

  • I had an amazing time renting this boat! The owner was incredibly friendly and easy to communicate with — super...

    Anthony

    May 2025

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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.

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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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