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Rent a Catamaran catamaran in Annapolis, MD near me

$831+ /hour

Annapolis, MD

5.0 (18 bookings)

54' Luxury Yacht – Perfect for Family, Friends & Business Outings

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$600+ /hour

Oxon Hill, MD

5.0 (76 bookings)

51 foot luxury Power Catamaran - The ultimate DC experience

3 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$491+ /hour

Washington, DC

5.0 (40 bookings)

Want to entertain?... Welcome aboard "The Entertainer"! 40' Sea Ray

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$366+ /hour

Edgewater, MD

5.0 (4 bookings)

Express Yacht Charters

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 8 passengers

Rent a Susquehanna pontoon in Washington, DC near me

$820+ /hour

Washington, DC

Come ride on our 49 passenger party boat!

2 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 49 passengers

$425+ /hour

Annapolis, MD

5.0 (32 bookings)

46' Catamaran Charter with Water Toys - Annapolis, MD

3 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$413+ /hour

Annapolis, MD

Enjoy the best views of Annapolis aboard the Island Princess

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 128 passengers

$498+ /hour

Washington, DC

5.0 (4 bookings)

Paint, party and yacht with us! Climb aboard the 45ft Sea Ray

2 - 3 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Hunter cruiser in Essex, MD near me

$166+ /hour

Essex, MD

5.0 (1 booking)

Sail Away on Optimystic

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$210+ /hour

Annapolis, MD

5.0 (9 bookings)

Sail away on the Chesapeake Bay with Chessie from Annapolis!⛵️

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$435+ /hour

Washington, DC

5.0 (4 bookings)

Experience DC aboard an elegant 40 ft Mediterranean Motor Yacht

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 10 passengers

$215+ /hour

Hampton, VA

5.0 (5 bookings)

Sightseeing/fishing on the Chesapeake Bay - INCLUDES FUEL & FISH GEAR!

2 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 19 passengers

Rent a Silverton Marine convertible in Colonial Beach, VA near me

$140+ /hour

Colonial Beach, VA

5.0 (10 bookings)

Enjoy the sights of Colonial Beach, VA !

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a Fountaine Pajot catamaran in Annapolis, MD near me

$334+ /hour

Annapolis, MD

2018 Fountaine Pajot Helia 44

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Marquis Yachts cruiser in Washington, DC near me

$675+ /hour

Washington, DC

4.9 (124 bookings)

Luxury Private Yacht at National Harbor MGM

3 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$164+ /hour

North Beach, MD

5.0 (3 bookings)

Beautiful Chesapeake Bay Fishing Charters

4 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$167+ /hour

Galesville, MD

5.0 (10 bookings)

Das Boot Custom Sailing Charters

4 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 8 passengers

$146+ /hour

Norfolk, VA

5.0 (8 bookings)

Tuna, Wahoo, & Mahi-Mahi Fishing with Capt. Louis!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Top yacht rentals reviews in Virginia

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Customers Reviews

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5/5 stars

Sail away on the...

Great experience renting this boat. Clean, well provisioned, just as described. Would definitely rent again.

Rohit

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Express Yacht...

Great boat!!! Super clean and pristine.

Jeff

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

46' Catamaran...

I can't say enough positive things about Captain Dave and his First Mate, Krystal. It was a reunion day with my...

Joel

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

51 foot luxury...

We had another exceptional yachting experience aboard the CALYPSO. The crew was outstanding, making the entire outing...

Dr Todd

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Want to...

Really nice vessel. Host was very communicative and answered all of my newbie questions. Would work with Sahar again.

Chris

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

51 foot luxury...

Jennifer

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

51 foot luxury...

The ride was amazing, the charter down the potomac river was scenic, and all accommodations exceeded expectations....

M

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

46' Catamaran...

We enjoyed ourselves! A great time was had. I will be renting again. Thank you!

Darien

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Enjoy the sights...

The boat was quite comfortable. The bow of the boat was our favorite place to sit and enjoy the breeze and the sun. ...

Scott

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

51 foot luxury...

This was amazing! They responded to all my questions quickly, and the crew on the yacht was outstanding!

D'Neatra

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

51 foot luxury...

Captain, servers and chef was awesome. We could not have asked for a better experience. Boat was clean and...

Patricia

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Enjoy the sights...

This wasn’t just a boat ride—it was a full-on escape. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a mix of adventure,...

Elizabeth

Jun 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.