5/5 stars

24’ Suncrusier...

Had a great experience on the water really nice boat everything was perfect. Jason was super helpful and very cool...

Michael

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

20ft Avalon...

Katarina

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

20ft Avalon...

Ashley

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Premier 260 Grand...

Kevin and his guys are awesome! The boat we used was great. We use them every year and will continue use them. Thanks...

Ismael

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

SPACIOUS 22FT...

My wife and I had the pleasure to book with Wade.

This boat is incredible and looks as great in person as it does on...

Marcus

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Premier 260 Grand...

Kevin was super great and friendly. He was very accommodating and made our experience very easy, fun, and...

Silvia

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

SPACIOUS 22FT...

Wade was amazing, very easy to work with and so accommodating. The boat was beautiful and very well maintained. It...

Linda

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

SPACIOUS 22FT...

Omg guys Wades boat is Epic I had so much fun with my family in Colorado River and into the gorge skiiing and tubing...

Caren

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

2025 Trifecta...

Kevin was awesome! First time using the app for us and we had a great experience! Will definitely use him again when...

Diego

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

2025 Trifecta...

My family and I had an amazing time on the water. The tritoon was brand new, spotless and incredibly comfortable for...

Angel

May 2025
5/5 stars

20ft Avalon...

Kylie

May 2025
5/5 stars

2025 Trifecta...

Boat was PERFECT. Great condition. Easy to navigate and ideal for fun family day on lake. Usually bring our own boat...

Kevin

Apr 2025

How to rent a boat in Katherine?

Find the perfect boat

Enter your desired location and date to explore our fleet of boats.

Select a captain

Choose to drive yourself or select a USCG licensed captain.

Book with ease

Connect with your boat owner and complete your booking online.

Set sail

Enjoy your day on the water with friends and family!

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 adventure. 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.