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Best Long Island Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters

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Top Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters in Long Island, NY

$81+ /hour

Lindenhurst, NY

5.0 (34 bookings)

2021 Deck boat

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 6 passengers

$150+ /hour

Jersey City, NJ

5.0 (62 bookings)

2006 chaparral boat with cabin and toilet

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 6 passengers

$100+ /hour

New Suffolk, NY

5.0 (30 bookings)

Key West 203 Dual Console Boat 8 People North and South Fork Pickup

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 8 passengers

$150+ /hour

Shelter Island Heights, NY

5.0 (22 bookings)

Sailing JOURNEY on the sound!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$303+ /hour

Norwalk, CT

5.0 (29 bookings)

37FT New Luxury French Yacht

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$490+ /hour

Greenport, NY

5.0 (3 bookings)

42 Foot Tiara Yacht for private cruises

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$94+ /hour

Bridgeport, CT

5.0 (7 bookings)

Robalo R180 in Bridgeport - Hang out or fish!

3 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$181+ /hour

Jersey City, NJ

4.8 (156 bookings)

Enjoy this amazing season with friends and family

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 10 passengers

$125+ /hour

Brooklyn, NY

5.0 (38 bookings)

Great day or sunset cruises

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$1,600+ /hour

Jersey City, NJ

5.0 (19 bookings)

97ft Luxury Yacht in NJ/NYC

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$238+ /hour

Jersey City, NJ

Beautiful 25ft Bayliner with cabin/toilet for cruise and family fun

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$303+ /hour

Alpine, NJ

5.0 (1 booking)

Boom Boom on the Hudson

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$156+ /hour

Brookfield, CT

5.0 (3 bookings)

Where Summer Memories Are Made - Beautiful, Clean 26 Foot Cruiser

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$238+ /hour

Jersey City, NJ

Chaparral 256 cabin family boat

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$294+ /hour

Hoboken, NJ

Luxury 28ft SeaRay- great day on the water NYC

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$550+ /hour

Jersey City, NJ

5.0 (63 bookings)

NYC's #1 Private Luxury Yacht!

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a NAUTICSTAR BOATS center console in Jersey City, NJ near me

$213+ /hour

Jersey City, NJ

Fun & Spacious 23ft Nautic Star in NY/NJ

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 8 passengers

Rent a BENETEAU USA bow rider in Stamford, CT near me

$220+ /hour

Stamford, CT

5.0 (2 bookings)

Explore the Long Island Sound in Comfort and Style

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

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Customers Reviews

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5/5 stars

NYC's #1 Private...

The whole crew was so amazing! They were so caring and accommodating and made the experience so much better! My...

Dimpy

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

37FT New Luxury...

Boat was very nice, fully loaded, super comfortable and everyone in our party really enjoyed it. It is kept in...

Jack

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

2021 Deck boat

Patrick

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

2021 Deck boat

Alex

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

2006 chaparral...

Clean and great boat. Elias was very accommodating and provided quick and clear overview before the trip.

Igor

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

2021 Deck boat

Great guy, great communication, very well maintained and clean boat. Highly recommend.

sean

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

NYC's #1 Private...

I recently booked with La Vela Yacht for my daughter’s 13th birthday, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience....

Nakiiya

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

2021 Deck boat

It was a great boating experience everything was easy and seamless to access. Nick was great

Hira

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

37FT New Luxury...

We had a wonderful day on the water with Captain Sandy! Our family of five couldn’t have asked for a better...

Jill

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

2021 Deck boat

Nick was a great host. Even brought us beverages on the Bay. Nice boat.

John

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Explore the Long...

My family and I had a wonderful time. Captain Bill was amazing. The boat is clean and immaculate. Every aspect of...

Jasmine

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Key West 203 Dual...

Another great day on the bay thanks to Shawn and his son! We always have the best day of summer on their boat! Thank...

Stacey

Jul 2025

How to rent a boat in Long Island?

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a boating license to rent a boat in Long Island,NY?

Yes, in Long Island, NY, the state mandates a boater education law for certain operators of boats and/or personal watercraft. For specific boating safety course requirements, visit the New York State Parks official website (http://www.parks.ny.gov/recreation/boating/). Additionally, considering booking a rental or charter with a captain is a seamless option Boatsetter offers for Long Island and various other locations. Ensure to confirm any additional requirements with local owners and operators.