Best Fishing Boat Rentals in San Diego, CA

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Top San Diego, CA fishing boat rentals

$56+ /hour

Pauma Valley, CA

18ft Pontoon, Seats 9

San Diego, CA

21ft parker with all the bells and whistles

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 6 passengers

$163+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (25 bookings)

18' 2022 Bayliner Bowrider in San Diego Harbor

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 9 passengers

$67+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (38 bookings)

23' Center Console - Great for Whale Watching, Fishing, or Bay Cruise!

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 6 passengers

$113+ /hour

San Diego, CA

EZ Day On The Bay

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 6 passengers

$199+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (3 bookings)

Best Ride in town. Bay Tour, Sunset/Dolphin Cruise, Fishing Charter..

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a Shaw-Westport motor yacht in San Diego, CA near me

$300+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (2 bookings)

49' Yacht Charter from Mission Bay – Coastal Cruising

2 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a Grady-White Boats offshore sport fishing in San Diego, CA near me

$199+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (2 bookings)

Kraken - 4 Pack Fishing Charter in San Diego!

4 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

Rent a Egg Harbor motor yacht in San Diego, CA near me

$350+ /hour

San Diego, CA

48'EggHarbor. Harbor cruise Party Cruise or offshore fishing

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a DEFIANCE BOATS pilothouse in San Diego, CA near me

$125+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (9 bookings)

SALTWATER FISHING/SPEARFISHING BOAT WITH LOCAL EXPERT FISHING CAPTAIN!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$222+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (4 bookings)

42’ Hershine - Spacious Fishing Charter

6 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$66+ /hour

Encinitas, CA

New 2024 Sea Eagle Fastcat Inflatable Catamaran

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 2 passengers

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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.

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Top fishing boat rentals reviews in San Diego, CA

281,160

Customers Reviews

4.95

Avg. Rating

5/5 stars

23' Center...

Boat was like new and loaded with features. Craig took the time to explain and show how everything worked. Was even...

Steven

May 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

23' Center...

Perfect day. Craig was awesome and the boat was excellent.

Nathan

Apr 2025
5/5 stars

49' Yacht Charter...

Great boat, great captain! Would definitely recommend.

Abhirup

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

23' Center...

Craig has a great boat. It was perfect for my whole family. Craig came in on time and we went all the safety...

Roderick

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

Best Ride in...

Amazing hosts, good experience!

Rodrigo

Feb 2025
5/5 stars

23' Center...

Craig is a stellar host, boat was in tip top shape and he was very thorough with his instructions. Definitely...

Chris

Jan 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

23' Center...

Craig is the best. The boat was in great condition and equipped for everything we wanted to do in the bay and out in...

Conor

Dec 2024
5/5 stars

23' Center...

Craig was a great host. Happy to explain the boat and assist if anything went wrong.

Nikolai

Nov 2024
5/5 stars

21ft parker with...

Great review

Hadi

Nov 2024
5/5 stars

42’ Hershine -...

Jeremy

Oct 2024