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Top Austin, TX boat rentals and yacht charters

$163+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (18 bookings)

Experienced Wake Surfing and Wakeboarding boat adventures Lake Austin

2 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 10 passengers

$95+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.9 (221 bookings)

19 ft Sea Ray with toys and awesome stereo.

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a AVALON PONTOONS pontoon in Austin, TX near me

$150+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (195 bookings)

luxury Avalon pontoon Boat Cruise! Perfect for parties/families🎊🥂☀️

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 11 passengers

$101+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.9 (53 bookings)

Delivery Available - Fish 'n Fun on 18' Bayliner in Austin Texas!

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 7 passengers

$188+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (110 bookings)

Gorgeous Nautique for Cruising, Surfing & the Cove

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 11 passengers

$150+ /hour

Lakeway, TX

5.0 (39 bookings)

Fuel Included Best Wake/Jet Boat On Lake Travis Yamaha 24' 242X

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 9 passengers

Rent a JC and Neptoon Pontoon pontoon in Austin, TX near me

$124+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (191 bookings)

14 Person Pontoon on Lake Austin!

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 14 passengers

$105+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.9 (68 bookings)

Frank’s Boats Cobalt 200 with wakeboard tower

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$105+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.9 (182 bookings)

Frank's Boats on Lake Austin 21 ft Black Sea Ray

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 6 passengers

$127+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (6 bookings)

Experience Relaxation on a 2024 SunTracker Party Barge 20!

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 10 passengers

$125+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.9 (94 bookings)

Premium MTX 220 Boat for Amazing Day in Austin, Texas!!

3 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$300+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (42 bookings)

Double Decker with two water slides and an amazing sound system

3 - 4 hours Captained

Up to 24 passengers

$125+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.9 (53 bookings)

Premium Sea Ray on Lake Austin

3 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 8 passengers

$155+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.5 (10 bookings)

Best Priced 14 person Captained Pontoon

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 14 passengers

$258+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (32 bookings)

Rent a brand new Luxury Surf Boat in Austin!

4 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Viaggio pontoon in Austin, TX near me

$172+ /hour

Austin, TX

4.8 (60 bookings)

2022 Viaggio Luxury Pontoon

3 - 8 hours No captain

Up to 11 passengers

$179+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (7 bookings)

Karaoke Boat - 12 person Captained Harris Tri-toon on Lake Austin.

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$113+ /hour

Austin, TX

5.0 (9 bookings)

Fully Equipped Tritoon w/ Bluetooth Stereo, Floating Mat & Cooler Inc

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 11 passengers

Top boat rental reviews in Austin, TX

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Customers Reviews

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5/5 stars

Gorgeous Nautique...

Mark was super communicative and very easy to work with. Will absolutely be renting from him again.

Shaun

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Best Priced 14...

Captain Parker was awesome. In the five years we've been renting boats, he's one of the very few captains we've had...

Rodrigo

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

** Premium ** MTX...

Daniel

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Rent a brand new...

Nathan made it easy. First class boat.

Richard

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Experience...

Ioana

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Gorgeous Nautique...

Great Host!! Great Boat!! Definitely recommend.

Greg

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Rent a brand new...

Great response time from host. Excellent communication. Fun boat, it was clean and on time and very easy to work with.

Austin

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

14 Person Pontoon...

Josh

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

14 Person Pontoon...

Nice boat and communication. Our captain, Hendrix, was the best!

Bailey

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Best Priced 14...

Dhruv

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

luxury Avalon...

Amazing boat tour. Got to see amazing views and got to swim ! Definitely a new core memory made with my family! Will...

Javier

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

luxury Avalon...

Gabriela

Jul 2025

How to rent a boat in Austin?

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat in Austin?

The cost to rent a boat in Austin for a half-day starts at $170. For a full day on the water prices on average range from $340 and $4,400.

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.

What are the top destinations to explore with an Austin boat rental?

With an Austin boat rental, top destinations include Lake Travis, known for its clear waters, stunning cliffside views, and the vibrant Devil’s Cove, a popular spot for anchoring and socializing. Lake Austin offers a more relaxed experience, ideal for watersports or cruising past upscale waterfront homes and lush scenery. Starnes Island is another favorite for group gatherings, while Hippie Hollow Park draws boaters seeking a unique, clothing-optional beach experience. Whether you're looking for lively party coves or peaceful lakeside views, Austin's waterways deliver a memorable boating adventure.