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"Fishing in the...

Wes went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed to have a comfortable, safe and successful trip. He...

Nate

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Best Ride in...

These guys are very well organized. They were able to lock in our last minute booking with excellent ...

Marshall

Apr 2025
5/5 stars

Best Ride in...

Amazing hosts, good experience!

Rodrigo

Feb 2025
5/5 stars

Best Ride in...

Capt Trevor was excellent. My family went whale watching for 3 hrs and we all enjoyed it. The boat is comfortable and...

Luke

Dec 2024
5/5 stars

Explore Surf...

Captain Nathan took us surfing at local surf breaks for the day. He was a knowledgeable guide and made our day super...

Elisa

Nov 2024
5/5 stars

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Fantastic Boat Rental Experience!

Our family recently rented a fishing boat from Mike for a day out on the water,...

Michael

Oct 2024
5/5 stars

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Incredible World Class customer service provided by Mike!!!! Will rent again soon from him. Boat in EXCELLENT shape....

ALEJANDRO

Sep 2024
5/5 stars

Center Console...

Mike was awesome . He took time to show us every feature on his boat and was very helpful during the check in and...

Juan

Aug 2024
5/5 stars

PARTY TIME!!!...

We had a great time, thanks Nate!

Nicole

Jul 2024
5/5 stars

PARTY TIME!!!...

The boat was great! It was perfect for a small group and had enough space to swim and sunbathe

Sam

May 2024
5/5 stars

PARTY TIME!!!...

The boat was just as advertised. With a cooler and ice for our drinks. Communication was great and the boat was easy...

Meighan

Sep 2023
5/5 stars

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Boat was great for a bunch of dudes to cruise around San Diego Bay on! Nathan communicated appropriately and we had...

Brett

May 2023

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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.