Best Fishing Boat Rentals in San Francisco, CA

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Top San Francisco, CA fishing boat rentals

$100+ /hour

Brentwood, CA

5.0 (1 booking)

2024 Avalon LSZ 2385 Pontoon! Great for Family and Fishing!

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

$83+ /hour

Tiburon, CA

4.8 (40 bookings)

Explore The Bay With Our Fast, Fun Boston Whaler!

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 5 passengers

$44+ /hour

Oakley, CA

4.9 (21 bookings)

2019 Vexus AVX2O8O Mercury Pro XS 200HP 20ft Bass Boat Equipped

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 4 passengers

$106+ /hour

Vacaville, CA

5.0 (4 bookings)

21' Pontoon Boat For Your Pleasure or Fishing Fun On Lake Berryessa !

6 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 10 passengers

$48+ /hour

Bay Point, CA

Fishing machine - delivery available

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 3 passengers

$175+ /hour

Oakland, CA

5.0 (1 booking)

Fast and Fun Private Bay Tours and More!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$212+ /hour

Oakland, CA

Fast and Fun Private Bay Tours and More!

4 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$183+ /hour

San Mateo, CA

Luxury Bayliner Power Boat in Sausalito

3 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 8 passengers

$225+ /hour

Sausalito, CA

5.0 (9 bookings)

Enjoy your day aboard a great fishing charter!

6 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$188+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

5.0 (11 bookings)

Protector 28 RIB RHIB

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$350+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

5.0 (1 booking)

Charter Miss Molly - Swim, Tour, Fish, & more!

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$81+ /hour

Bethel Island, CA

5.0 (9 bookings)

Sun Tracker for Fun Day on the Water

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 6 passengers

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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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Top fishing boat rentals reviews in San Francisco, CA

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5/5 stars

2019 Vexus...

Chue has an amazing boat. It has everything you need to have an great day on the water. Boat ran perfect with no...

Brett

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Fast and Fun...

We had a great trip with Captain Barry! He was easy to communicate with and made great suggestions for where to go....

Ginger

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Explore The Bay...

Had a great time on the water! The boat is very stable, responsive, and fast enough for anything you'd want to do on...

Shane

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

2024 Avalon LSZ...

Victoria

May 2025
5/5 stars

Explore The Bay...

Joe was very knowledgeable about the local area, provided key advice about navigation and safety, and his boat was in...

Joey

May 2025
5/5 stars

2019 Vexus...

CHUE GREAT GUY WAS ON TIME AND GAVE VERY GOOD INSTRUCTIONS ON HIS BOAT. THANKS CHUE
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john

Apr 2025
5/5 stars

2019 Vexus...

Awesome boat with no issues and Chue is friendly, helpful, and punctual.

Brett

Apr 2025
5/5 stars

2019 Vexus...

Wow! What an amazing day on the delta! Chuey was so nice, calm and stress feee when he explained to us how to use the...

jonas

Apr 2025
5/5 stars

Explore The Bay...

We had a great time on the water!Joseph was super instructive, The boat felt very stable, responsive and fast even...

Michel

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

2019 Vexus...

Chue was a great host! Gave me all the info and tips to have the best and safe trip possible. His boat was awesome...

Jaime

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

Explore The Bay...

Brooke

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

Explore The Bay...

Ginger

Mar 2025