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Private Boat Rental w/ Captain

Private Boat Rental w/ Captain

Allows up to 8 guests | Choose tour length to match your needs. | Many Options

duration: 1.75 - 4 Hours
cancellation_summary: 48 hours - No Questions Asked
meeting_point: Broad Creek Marina - End of wooden pier, at sign, over the water.
group_size: Up to 8 recommend. If more please call.
accessibility: Boats take 2 steps from dock to deck. We are here to help.
pricing: 1.75 Hr rental-
$250 for boat & fuel
$70 for captains fee
$20ish per hour for insurance (link to be sent later)
= approximately $350 total

2 Hr rental-
$280 for boat & fuel
$80 for captains fee
$20ish per hour for insurance (link to be sent later)
= approximately $395 total

3 Hr rental-
Private -
$295 for boat & fuel
$120 for captains fee
$20ish per hour for insurance (link to be sent later)
= approximately $455 total

4 Hr rental-
$350 for boat & fuel
$160 for captains fee
$20ish per hour for insurance (link to be sent later)
= approximately $550 total

The insurance is the only variable and can be less or minus a few dollars.
description: This is a boat rental w/ a captain that allows up to 8 passengers(Sometimes more)!

Please see "How it works" below to better understand this trip. and call with any questions.

This rental gives you plenty of options....

The rental (Captain included) is perfect for those with more than 6 in their party, looking to spend some quality time on the water. Pick the length that gives you the perfect amount of time for your tour(opytions listed under times). Yes, we still guarantee dolphin on our rentals.

The only difference(for you) in a rental is the paperwork, your choice of captain and supplemental insurance. Please call with any questions.

HOW IT WORKS...

  • Pick your captain. We will put you in contact after purchase. Captain to be paid separately (tip not included). All captains are trained and excited to give you the best trip.
  • You are in control of the trip, with captain to guide.
  • We will send a link to purchase insurance, which is normally about $15 per hour. You must purchase insurance to leave the dock.
    what_is_included: - ✅ Your Personal USCG Licensed Captain
  • ✅ Guaranteed Dolphin Encounters (we do not guaranteed strand feeding)
  • ✅ Life Jackets & Safety Equipment
  • ✅ All Fuel, Licenses & Insurance
  • ✅ Other Wildlife and Island Tour
  • ✅ A Nice Breeze
    what_is_not_included: - Hats & Sunglasses
  • Sun Shirts & Sunblock
  • Drinks & Snacks (unless VIP Option Booked)
  • Cash/Venmo for tipping
    itinerary: - 1- Meet and greet, 5min before tour @ the end of wooden pier
  • 2- Boarding and safety talk
  • 3- Life vests for those 12 & under, all vests onboard
  • 4- Depart and explore with your captain. The day is yours!
  • 5- Return to dock full of smiles and memories
    highlights: This rental allows us to take a group larger than 6, on our boats. Although our boats are rated for 12, we find that 8 is a comfortable number.

With our boats, you can get as close as possible to the wildlife, without disturbing them. Often within arms length and eye level.

This is a private tour for your party only.

We can accommodate up to 24 guests per trip and give discounts for multiple boats.
check_in_details: Please arrive 15min early.
- After turning on Simmons, take the first right, before the large building, at the signs.
- Park anywhere and walk towards the water(zipline on your right)
- Use the rest room and get ice, located in the small blue/green building between the kayaks(wooden pier) and the boats on racks.
- 5min before your tour be at the end of the WOODEN PIER (towards the boats), phone available.
- Apply sunblock BEFORE GETTING ON BOAT!
what_to_bring: - ✅ Sunblock & Sun Shirts
- ✅ Hats & Sunglasses
- ✅ Drinks & Snacks(if you like)❌ No glass bottles or red
wine
- ✅ Cash/Venmo for tipping✅ Sunblock
restrictions: Understand there is a long wooden pier to get to the water. If you need assistance getting down to boat, please call and we will setup a golf cart ride(between 8am and 5pm) for you.

Also, if pregnant or have back/joint issues, understand that at times there may be wakes and waves. If you need to stand or seating where this is lessoned, please speak with your captain before departure.
extras: ???????????? For Convenience, Better Boating Package ????????????
Walk onboard without a worry. Everything you want and need without the fuss...

Better Boating Package includes;
???????? Drinks - Sparkling Water, Flat Water and Kids Drinks
???????? Snackle-Box full of Light Snacks, Like Bars and Nuts
???????? Koozies - Free to take home
???????? Sunblock
???????? Bug Spray
???????? Rain Jackets
???????? Blankets in Colder Months
disclaimers: If rain or weather becomes an issue, we will make the decision about departure at the time of the trip. There are times when we need to wait a few moments to let weather pass.

If we can not take you out, we will either reschedule or refund, your choice. Safety is always first.

Do not stress over the weather predictions THEY ARE USUALLY WRONG.

Private Boat - $225.00 + tax
Max 8 passengers per boat • Select the number of boats needed for your group size.

1.75 Hours - Private Rental - $225.00 + tax
Max 8 passengers per boat • Select the number of boats needed for your group size.

2 Hours - Private Boat - $280.00 + tax
Max 8 passengers per boat • Select the number of boats needed for your group size.

3 Hours - Private Boat - $270.00 + tax
Max 8 passengers per boat • Select the number of boats needed for your group size.

4 Hours - Private Boat - $350.00 + tax
Max 8 passengers per boat • Select the number of boats needed for your group size.

Booking Notes

HAVE THIS EMAIL OPEN WHEN DRIVING TO THE MARINA

Arrive a minimum of 15-20 minutes early to prepare for your trip... We will meet you at the end of the wooden pier, 5min before your tour starts. Please do not stress if not there exactly at that time, we may be fueling or dropping other guests. Also, if you get there early, do not head down and bake in the sun. Take your time, prepare and meet us at the time of your tour, unless otherwise discussed with your captain.

What everyone should bring:
✅ Sunblock or Sun Shirts
✅ Hats & Sunglasses
✅ Drinks & Snacks - ❌ No glass or red wine
✅ Cash/Venmo for tipping (15-20% customary)
???????? If anything less than a 5 star trip, please call as soon as done and we will make it right.

We have a cooler on board so bring any drinks and snacks you like. We have ice!

If you purchased the “Better Boating Package" we will have snacks, drinks, kids drinks, take home koozies, sunscreen, bug spray and raincoats available. If you haven't yet, call us and we can add it on for ease!

Tour Specific Knowledge

Shell hunting or beach combing:
✅ Wear shoes or sandals w/ a heal strap that you can get wet.
???????? Be prepared to get wet up to your knees
???????? Towels are nice to have

Sunrise or sunset tours:
✅ Bring a light jacket or sweatshirt

Spring, Fall & Winter Visitors
???????? Expect it to be 10-15 degrees cooler on the boat. Better to be prepared than cold.

If you have any questions at all, please text or call 843-684-1911 and we will gladly answer them for you.

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