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Best Boat Rentals Near Lowell, MA

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Top Lowell Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters

$400+ /hour

Quincy, MA

5.0 (21 bookings)

Motor Yacht Atlas

2 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 25 passengers

$250+ /hour

Boston, MA

5.0 (153 bookings)

Sea the Best of Boston Harbor aboard Indiscretion!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$117+ /hour

Portsmouth, NH

5.0 (4 bookings)

Cruising & Sightseeing or Striper Fishing

2 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$500+ /hour

Quincy, MA

Private Charters for up to 36 Guests — Birthdays & Special Events

2 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 36 passengers

$58+ /hour

Stow, MA

Zippy 17.5ft Bayliner

2 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 7 passengers

$113+ /hour

Boston, MA

5.0 (6 bookings)

31' O'Day Sailboat in Boston, MA

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$91+ /hour

Somersworth, NH

4.7 (22 bookings)

The easy choice, Yamaha AR190

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 8 passengers

$413+ /hour

Boston, MA

5.0 (25 bookings)

Elegant 43ft Catamaran: Experience Boston Harbor in Style!

2 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$72+ /hour

Kingston, NH

5.0 (9 bookings)

10 Person Godfrey Sweetwater Pontoon (triple)

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 10 passengers

$2,000+ /hour

Cambridge, MA

5.0 (1 booking)

Indulge in the luxury of breathtaking views across Boston Harbor!

3 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 100 passengers

$226+ /hour

Gloucester, MA

5.0 (17 bookings)

Day Sailing in New England is the best on our sailing yacht ARTEMIS

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$1,081+ /hour

Quincy, MA

5.0 (30 bookings)

Boston's Largest Private Luxury Yacht Available for Charter

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$256+ /hour

Hull, MA

5.0 (2 bookings)

47’ Custom Jersey, Discover Boston and surrounding areas in comfort.

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$897+ /hour

Quincy, MA

The Champagne Lady - Boston’s Premier Event Yacht for up to 150 Guests

2 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 150 passengers

$125+ /hour

Essex, MA

5.0 (12 bookings)

Let "Reel Thrills too" Thrill you too!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$233+ /hour

Portsmouth, NH

5.0 (10 bookings)

VIP Cruises for Special Occasions

2 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$300+ /hour

Quincy, MA

T/T TRILOGY - Experience the ultimate in fishing and relaxation!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$1,688+ /hour

Boston, MA

Ideal for Weddings, Corporate dinner & cocktails

3 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 280 passengers

Top boat rentals reviews in Lowell, MA

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5/5 stars

Sea the Best of...

A great day in boston harbor. Very accommodating with our group that included kids!

Andrea

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

The easy choice,...

Tristan is great. Second time renting from him. Another great experience, this time for 3 days on Squam lake,...

Robert

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

10 Person Godfrey...

The boat ran well, was fully equipped with all the necessities and more. Will was punctual, easy going and helpful at...

Fern

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

10 Person Godfrey...

Bill was a great host, the boat was mint, 5/5 recommend

matt

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Motor Yacht Atlas

Great boating experience with Kevin. He was helpful and kind through the entire booking process and during the...

Meghan

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

The easy choice,...

Prithvi

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Boston's Largest...

Matt

May 2025
5/5 stars

Sea the Best of...

Had a great time out on the water. Perfect for our group of 10. Will for sure be booking again. Would recommend

Pat

Apr 2025
5/5 stars

The easy choice,...

Sawyer

Nov 2024
5/5 stars

Sea the Best of...

Our family outing with Captain Don was great. Don was a very good communicator and I knew from his phone call before...

Joel

Oct 2024
5/5 stars

Boston's Largest...

Terrific time! Staff was amazing and accommodating. The ship is incredible. It’s massive with plenty to offer. Great...

Dan

Sep 2024
5/5 stars

Elegant 43ft...

Amelia

Sep 2024

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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.