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Boat Rentals in Delaware

13 of the 143 marinas and boating businesses we track in Delaware have boat rentals. Full listings for every city are on the Delaware page.

13locations
6cities
143locations statewide

This section lists boat rental companies and marinas that rent boats directly to the public. Available vessels typically range from 18-foot fishing skiffs and 24-foot pontoon boats to personal watercraft and ski boats. Before booking, confirm whether fuel is included in the rental price, check state boating license regulations, and verify daily departure schedules.

Selbyville 5

  1. Shark's Cove Marina

    38931 Madison Ave, Selbyville, DE 19975

    Fuel dockService & repairsDry storageBoat rentals
    Call Website All Selbyville

  2. Island Watersports

    39084 Harpoon Rd, Selbyville, DE 19944-4015

    Call Website All Selbyville

  3. Route 54 Watersports

    38931 Madison Ave, Selbyville, DE 19975-4447

    Call Website All Selbyville

  4. Carefree Boat Club of Ocean City

    39084 Harpoon Rd, Selbyville, DE 19944-4015

    Call Website All Selbyville

  5. Uptown Jet Skis

    39084 Harpoon Rd, Selbyville, DE 19944

    Call Website All Selbyville

Dewey Beach 4

  1. Dewey Beach Yacht Club

    115 Rodney Ave, Dewey Beach, DE 19971

    Transient slipsDry storageBoat rentals
    Call Website All Dewey Beach

  2. Rehoboth Bay Marina

    109 Collins Ave, Dewey Beach, DE 19971

    Transient slipsService & repairsBoat rentals
    Call Website All Dewey Beach

  3. Rehoboth Bay Sailing Association

    38747 Rehoboth Bay Sailing Association Lane, Dewey Beach, DE 19971

    Boat rentals
    Call Website All Dewey Beach

  4. Dewey Beach Watersports

    113 Dickinson Ave, Dewey Beach, DE 19971-2403

    Call Website All Dewey Beach

Dover 1

  1. Slipstream Boating, LLC

    8 The Green, Suite A, Dover, DE 19901

    Call All Dover

Millsboro 1

  1. Bayside Boat Rentals

    36085 Long Neck Rd, Millsboro, DE 19966-4325

    Call All Millsboro

Newark 1

  1. Europa Sailors

    254 Chapman Rd 208 ste, Newark, DE 19702

    Call All Newark

Ocean View 1

  1. Ecobay Kayak Adventures

    30048 Cedar Neck Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970

    Call Website All Ocean View
Security deposit required: Most marinas place a credit card authorization hold of $500 to $1,500 at check-in to cover potential propeller or hull damage.

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Good to know

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat at a marina?

Requirements depend on state laws, but most US states require drivers born after a specific cutoff date to hold a NASBLA-approved safety certificate. Marinas frequently administer a 15-minute temporary online or printed course for $10 to $15 prior to departure. Drivers must be at least 21 or 25 years old and present a valid photo ID.

How much does it cost to rent a pontoon or powerboat?

Half-day rentals (4 hours) typically range from $250 to $500, while full-day rentals (8 hours) run between $400 and $900 depending on location and vessel size. Fuel is usually charged separately at marina pump prices upon return, adding $40 to $120 to the total bill. Peak summer weekends often require full-day minimum bookings.

What equipment is included with a boat rental?

Rental rates include US Coast Guard-required safety gear, such as adult life jackets, throwable cushions, fire extinguishers, and anchors. Renters must bring properly fitted life jackets for children under 13, as marina stock in youth sizes is limited. Watersports gear like towable tubes or wakeboards can be rented separately for $30 to $75 per day.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Delaware, check the 13 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Delaware, MarinaAtlas indexes 13 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.