Find the best Sanibel, FL Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters Near You
Top Sanibel Island, FL Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters
Cape Coral, FL
21ft Hurricane Deck Boat, Seats 9 150hp
$81+
/hour
Cape Coral, FL
2021 Sea Hunt Ultra 239SE
$55+
/hour
Cape Coral, FL
Quick and Easy Rental New 2023 Tritoon's Sylvan Mirage 22ft LZ
$117+
/hour
Fort Myers, FL
Delivery Available - 22' Barletta Adventure Boat in Fort Myers, FL!
$75+
/hour
Bonita Springs, FL
Family Fun Deck Boat Bonita Springs, FL
$48+
/hour
Bonita Springs, FL
2017 Godfrey Sweetwater 23' Pontoon Bonita Springs
Cape Coral, FL
Rinker Q5 250HP up to 12 People
$61+
/hour
Bonita Springs, FL
Enjoy A Relaxing Day On The Sun Tracker 24DLX Pontoon 150HP Outboard!
$48+
/hour
Bonita Springs, FL
2018 Godfrey Sweetwater 23' Pontoon 12 People!
Cape Coral, FL
🚤🌞 24' Bentley Pontoon Rental - Explore Cape Coral's Waterways
Cape Coral, FL
Fishing Tritoon and beach cruiser
Fort Myers Beach, FL
Brand New 2024 Sea Pro 230 DLX – Premium Fishing & Boating Experience!
$61+
/hour
Cape Coral, FL
2024 24’ Tritoon with 300HP Mercury Outboard
$50+
/hour
Matlacha, FL
2016 Scout XSF w/150 Yamaha in the heart of Matlacha and Pine Island
Fort Myers, FL
Delivery Available - Key West 219fs - great for fishing or cruising!!
Cape Coral, FL
Hurricane FunDeck 200hp 12 Guests in Cape Coral
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Sanibel Island’s Most Popular Experiences
Sanibel Island can be a good place to do some fishing. Here are three of the most popular places to fish in Sanibel Island.
Captiva Island
Captiva Island is the ideal place for ocean fishing. You can choose to fish straight from your Sanibel Island boat rental around the docks, the beach, and even around the piers, or you can dock the boat and try fishing from the beach.
Sirenia Vista Park
This is a small waterfront park not too far from Sanibel Island. It has manatee viewing areas, convenient fishing banks, and a place where you can launch your boat. From the park, you can also paddle the mangroves and gain access to the Calusa Blueway.
Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve
Enjoy the tropical conditions in the area, and then sail your boat rental to Matlacha Pass Aquatic Preserve. Kayaking, bird watching, and fishing are some of the most popular recreational activities within this aquatic preserve.
Sanibel Island’s Best Bodies of Water
Pine Island Sound Aquatic Preserve
This is a protected area where all kinds of wildlife can roam free. Sail around the preserve and learn more about all of the diverse recreational opportunities available on your Sanibel Island boat rental.
Cayo Costa State Park
Sail your Sanibel Island boat rental to Cayo Costa, an exclusive state park. With almost ten miles of water to sail through, Cayo Costa provides fantastic scenery and all kinds of special angling opportunities.
Ten Thousand Islands
Sail your Sanibel Island boat rental to the grass flats of the Ten Thousand Islands. If you are into fly fishing, be on the lookout for redfish or snook. This can be an ideal area to get in some practice.
Got questions?
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to rent a boat on Sanibel Island?
The cost to rent a boat in Sanibel Island ranges from $36 to $800+ per hour. Boat rentals in Sanibel Island can be captained or bareboat for a half or full day.
Can you boat to Sanibel Island?
Sanibel Island is a great play visit by boat, whether you like to fish, swim, or collect seashells.
What makes Boatsetter different from other boat rental platforms?
What makes Boatsetter different is peace of mind. Boatsetter is the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer boat rental. We know choosing the right boat rental platform is essential to your experience while on the water. That's why we've gone the extra mile to focus on safety through our exclusive partnership with GEICO Marine and BoatUS. As the first and only boat rental marketplace to offer insurance on every peer-to-peer rental, you are protected during all rentals with insurance coverage and on-water assistance through TowBoatUS.
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 much does it cost to rent a yacht?
The cost of renting a yacht depends on the boat's size and the amount of time you'll use the yacht. The onboard amenities and luxurious accommodations also dictate the price. You can contact our yacht specialists for a custom quote by visiting: https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters
How old do you have to be to rent a boat in Sanibel Island?
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.
Can you rent a yacht in Sanibel Island for the day?
Boatsetter allows you to rent a yacht for the day. Single-day yacht rentals are available for a select number of yachts. To chat with a yacht specialist please visit https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters
Can you rent a yacht for the week?
Boatsetter allows its customers to rent a yacht for the week. Renting a yacht for a week gives you more access to the wide range of yachts available on our platform. You can either book a rental directly through the site or connect with one of our charter specialists to plan your trip here: https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters
Can you rent a yacht for the month?
Booking a month-long yacht rental is a detailed and hands-off process when working with our team of yacht charter specialists. We tailor each yacht charter to our client's specific wants and needs. Our luxury yacht charter specialists can be reached at (954) 715-4114 or by visiting https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters
How to rent a private yacht?
Renting a private yacht is a very detailed experience that caters to your exact needs while onboard one of our luxury yachts. To plan your private yacht rentals experience please visit https://www.boatsetter.com/luxury-yacht-charters
How much does it cost to rent a pontoon boat ?
The cost of renting a pontoon boat depends on the size, location, and rental time of the boat. Prices start at $35 per hour.
How much does it cost to charter a yacht?
The cost to charter a yacht varies depending on the boat size and the length of the charter. Prices typically range from less than $1,000 to $5,000 plus if you're wanting to charter the yacht overnight.
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.
How does the boat insurance work?
Boat insurance typically covers loss caused by things such as fire, sinking, storms, and collisions. The extent of the coverage varies depending on the policy.
Do I need my own insurance to rent a boat?
You do not need boat insurance when renting with Boatsetter. Coverage is provided under the Peer-to-Peer Boat Rental Policy, which is underwritten by GEICO Marine Insurance Company. The policy was written from the ground up as a stand-alone recreational boat rental insurance policy covering the period of time that the boat is being rented and is available for all non-commercially insured boats.
Does Boatsetter screen renters?
Yes. We use a system called Cognito to ensure that payment information matches the renter's identity. We also require renters taking out a captained boat to be at least 18 years old and on a bareboat to be at least 25 years old.
Is listing my boat on Boatsetter free?
Yes! Listing a boat is completely free. We only take a commission when your boat is rented. We only make money when you do!
What if I'm not comfortable having a renter drive my boat?
If you are not comfortable having a renter drive your boat, we have an expansive network of licensed and experienced captains. Once your boat is listed, you can filter through our network of captains and favorite captains in your area that you would like to operate your boat.
How much does it cost to rent a boat?
The cost to rent a boat depends on how long you would like to use the rental, 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.
Top boat rental reviews in Sanibel Island, FL
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Justin was great! He was prompt and made the process seamless. His pricing was also very reasonable.
Michael
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Looking forward to doing it again!!!
Derek
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Justin was the best, boat was great. I will definitely rent from him upon any return trip to Fort Myers Beach.
Scott
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Davi
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Super great person to work with. Boat was very nice. Easy 5 star review.
Brian
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Nick
Dec 2024
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