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Best Sailboat Rentals Near Washington

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Rent a Irwin Yachts ketch in Everett, WA near me

$152+ /hour

Everett, WA

5.0 (11 bookings)

72' Sailboat with large Jacuzzi on deck (Everett, WA)

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$165+ /hour

Sequim, WA

5.0 (2 bookings)

Sailing Redemption - Salish Sea

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$106+ /hour

Renton, WA

Luxury Boat rental Lake Washington

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 8 passengers

$69+ /hour

Olympia, WA

5.0 (109 bookings)

Perfect Puget Sound Sailboat

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 6 passengers

$183+ /hour

Anacortes, WA

5.0 (9 bookings)

Sail the San Juan Islands - 72' Sailboat with large Jacuzzi

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Cal daysailer & weekender in Oak Harbor, WA near me

$109+ /hour

Oak Harbor, WA

4.0 (2 bookings)

Amazing Sailboat Experience near Deception Pass!

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 6 passengers

$263+ /hour

Seattle, WA

72 Foot Sailboat with large private Jacuzzi on deck

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$166+ /hour

Tacoma, WA

5.0 (4 bookings)

Sailing Fun for Everyone!

8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Top sailboat rentals reviews in Washington

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5/5 stars

72' Sailboat with...

Mike and Henry were excellent hosts and made my bday weekend a memorable one. Me and my crew got to watch the sunset...

Hendrick

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

72' Sailboat with...

We had an amazing time!! The boat was wonderful. It was clean, well supplied, and very comfortable for our group....

Marquita

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

72' Sailboat with...

Had the most memorable evening on Gypsy Wind. Mike and his crew helped create the perfect moment for our dream...

Soham

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

72' Sailboat with...

Mike and Henry were awesome.

Our entire group loved the trip and were really impressed. The boat is comfy, it is...

Alex

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Sail the San Juan...

We had a fantastic time on the Gypsy Wind! Mike and his crew were kind, knowledgeable, and super accommodating. The...

Kim

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Sail the San Juan...

Capt. Mike and his crew are very personable, competent and knowledgeable sailors. We chartered the vessel for a...

Margaret

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Sailing Fun for...

The boat is so well outfitted, in great condition, and very clean. Everything in great working order. The Owner...

Hahns

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Perfect Puget...

Was a wonderful/beautiful time. Very peaceful. Wasn’t long enough. 😊 Learning experience had by all.
Thank-you.

Susan

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

72' Sailboat with...

We had a great time. We are looking forward to our next visit.

Joe

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Perfect Puget...

We had a great day! The Emma Lee was fun to sail, and Captain Bob was very gracious about helping us build new...

Peter

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Sail the San Juan...

Our trip with Mike + 2 Crew was perfect! We had a beautiful day on the water. The boat had plenty of room and...

Rita

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

72' Sailboat with...

Mike was a fantastic captain, the crew was great, and the boat and sailing were beautiful! We had a fantastic time,...

Michael

Jul 2025

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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.