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The Best Houseboat Rentals in California
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Types of Boats Popular in California
Yachts
From mid-size to mega yachts, these luxury boats are great for groups and celebrations
$150-$2,120
Pontoons
Perfect for casual cruising, sandbar stops, swimming, and parties
$70-$650
Sailboats
Set sail with these traditional wind-powered boats
$100-$1,000
Jet Skis
Fast, fun, and easy to operate, these are a guaranteed good time on the water
$60-$780
Tours
Explore local waters with a boat rental dedicated to sightseeing and exploration
$90-$1,010
Fishing Charters
Let a captain do the driving while you do the fishing
$70-$600
Fishing Boats
Boats outfitted for fishing, from small inshore angling boats to deep-sea yachts
$60-$635
Kayaks
Who says you need a motor to have fun on the water?
$20-$1,375
Wakeboarding Boats
A high-octane powerboat designed and outfitted for wakeboard towing
$70-$1,530
Whale Watching
See some of the ocean’s most incredible creatures with these eco tours
$360-$1,600
Diving
Explore the ocean depths with trained boat operators
$35-$600
Canoes
A classic option for leisurely paddling
$25-$50
Recent Reviews in California
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Eric
40' Bayliner Cruiser Yacht - Party Eat Drink in Marina del Rey
Alex over delivered allowing me to get the photographs I was hoping to achieve. Great guy. Beautiful boat.
Timothy
45’ Wellcraft Express Cruiser on Mission Bay
Jeff and Brian made everything easy and fun. The boat was easy to find and board. This is a great way to be around the people you want to be with and have a great time. The cost of the trip is cheaper than a bar tab. Great value. Thanks! See you next year.
Sharon
45’ Wellcraft Express Cruiser on Mission Bay
We had a wonderful time on our boat trip. Brian was a great captain and took us around to see the seals. When we asked if we could add an hour on because we were having such a great time we were accommodated. Would definitely recommend this company to anybody in the San Diego area.
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Rhea
45’ Wellcraft Express Cruiser on Mission Bay
I highly recommend Jeff and his boat for all of your yacht needs! He was fantastic and prompt in communication leading up to the outing so I felt fully prepared for the day. I had a 9 person group for a bachelor party and we had truly the best time. Jeff made a great timing recommendation (11-3) and we swam, tanned, ate, and drank. The views were gorgeous and the water was cold but refreshing. Jeff was a lovely host and made everything really easy and seamless.
Anika
45’ Wellcraft Express Cruiser on Mission Bay
Booking a sunset boat trip with Jeff is a MUST! This was the highlight of my friend’s bachelorette weekend. Jeff was super friendly and a fun guide around Mission Bay. The boat was beautifully kept & spacious for our party of 11. We played music, had snacks, drank, and even saw the SeaWorld fireworks at 9. We could’ve gotten into the water but it was a bit chilly. We really couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Krystal
45’ Wellcraft Express Cruiser on Mission Bay
Jeff was very kind and made the booking process super smooth and easy. Jeff’s boat is great for any celebration! I celebrated my dirty thirty birthday, and I was able to seat 12 people comfortably. We booked the boat for 6 hours and it was more than enough time to spend on the water. We will definitely be returning customers.
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