Best Fishing Boat Rentals in Sarasota, FL
Top Sarasota, FL fishing boat rentals
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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 adventures including fishing trips. 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.
Top destinations for fishing boat rentals
Top fishing boat rentals reviews in Sarasota, FL
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5/5 stars
Amazing boat
Shafik
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
Angela
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
Daliana
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
The boat was clear and very beautiful.
Alexandre
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
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5/5 stars
Absolutely awesome boat! Cynthia was great getting a set up. Easy access to the bay would highly recommend!
Eric
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
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5/5 stars
Great hosts! Boat was perfect for a day on the water. Will be renting from them again soon.
Jochoua
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
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5/5 stars
Awesome boat. Recommend 10/10. Very accommodating very easy to deal with would rent from them again.
Robert
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
Great hosted and very friendly and good excess to the boat and Kris and her family was great. Thank you
John
Aug 2025 -
5/5 stars
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