Best Fishing Boat Rentals in San Diego, CA

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Top San Diego, CA fishing boat rentals

Rent a Parker Marine pilothouse in San Diego, CA near me
Icon $72+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (45 bookings)

21ft parker with all the bells and whistles

4 - 8 hours Captain optional
Up to 6 passengers
Rent a Contender Boats center console in San Diego, CA near me
$199+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (3 bookings)

Best Ride in town. Bay Tour, Sunset/Dolphin Cruise, Fishing Charter..

2 - 8 hours Captained
Up to 6 passengers
Rent a Grady-White Boats offshore sport fishing in San Diego, CA near me
Icon $199+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (2 bookings)

Kraken - 4 Pack Fishing Charter in San Diego!

4 - 8 hours Captained
Up to 4 passengers
Rent a Sea fox center console in San Diego, CA near me
$112+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (13 bookings)

"Fishing in the back- Family in the front" 600HP center console!!

4 - 8 hours No captain
Up to 12 passengers
Rent a BAYLINER bow rider in San Diego, CA near me
$163+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (27 bookings)

18' 2022 Bayliner Bowrider in San Diego Harbor

2 - 8 hours No captain
Up to 9 passengers
Rent a YAMAHA jet boat in San Diego County, CA near me
$100+ /hour

San Diego County, CA

4.9 (23 bookings)

2022 Yamaha AR190 TUBES and WATER TOYS INCLUDED

2 - 8 hours No captain
Up to 8 passengers
Rent a Thresher center console in San Diego, CA near me
$125+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (5 bookings)

Center Console Boat with Head

4 - 8 hours No captain
Up to 10 passengers
Rent a Shaw-Westport motor yacht in San Diego, CA near me
Icon $300+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (4 bookings)

49' Yacht Charter from Mission Bay – Coastal Cruising

2 - 6 hours Captained
Up to 6 passengers
Rent a Sea Eagle inflatable outboard in Encinitas, CA near me
$66+ /hour

Encinitas, CA

5.0 (1 booking)

New 2024 Sea Eagle Fastcat Inflatable Catamaran

2 - 8 hours Captain optional
Up to 2 passengers

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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.

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Top fishing boat rentals reviews in San Diego, CA

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  • Rented the Sea Fox 288 Commander from Wes and it was hands down
    the best day we’ve had on the water this year.
    First...

    Sergio

    Sep 2025

  • Second time doing business. Courteous, professional and easy to work with.

    Marc

    Sep 2025

  • Super nice boat. Well represented by the owner Wes. He was very accommodating and easy to work with. Hope to rent...

    David

    Aug 2025

  • Friendly, convenient, easy going, and amazing service. Will be using Ian's service again this month

    Marc

    Aug 2025

  • The boat was perfect! Wife was comfortable in the front while I fished out of the back! Highly recommend.

    Cole

    Aug 2025

  • Went out with some good friends to fish off Point Loma and had a great time. Really nice boat and the owner, Wes,...

    Erik

    Aug 2025

  • This is a great way to connect with boat owners. The app was easy to use. The boat we rented for the day was...

    Jessica

    Jul 2025

  • The boat worked out great we had a fun day caught lots of fish and everybody had a great time

    John

    Jul 2025

  • Could not have asked for a better experience. Wes’s boat is as practical as it is beautiful and he was an excellent...

    Thomas

    Jul 2025

  • Awesome boat for both those who love fishing and those who just want to lounge on the bow. Has everything you need!

    Jeff

    Jul 2025

  • We had a wonderful time out on the water with our family. Andy was incredibly kind, professional, and helpful...

    Maria

    Jul 2025

  • Anthony

    Jul 2025

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