How long is a full-day boat rental in Boca Raton?

It depends on the day and the boat. On weekends our longest set slot is six hours, from 2:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Weekdays are more flexible, so ask about a longer day.

Can we stop for lunch at a restaurant?

Yes. We can plan a dock-and-dine stop, or you can pack your own lunch. SeaSpray Inlet Grill, next to Waterstone, is Boca's first dock-and-dine restaurant.

Is a full day too long for kids?

Not if you plan for it. Bring plenty of snacks and shade, and mix swim time with cruising. A larger boat with a bathroom helps.

Can we go out to the ocean?

On calm days, yes. The Boca Raton Inlet gets shallow at low tide, so your captain times the ocean run around the tide and the weather.

Do you run trips on holidays?

We're on the water 7 days a week, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, all year. Holiday dates book early.

What happens if the weather turns during the day?

We make the go call about 2 hours before you board, and we don't sail in rain or a small craft advisory. If weather builds during the trip, your captain decides when to head in. If we cancel before the trip, you get a credit good for 28 months.

Full-Day Boat Rental Boca Raton | Captained Yacht Days

A full day on the water changes the pace. You're not watching the clock or skipping the swim to get back on time. A full-day boat rental in Boca Raton gives you room for a slow cruise, a long swim at the sandbar, lunch by boat, and the ride home in the late light. Every trip boards at Waterstone Resort & Marina, and a USCG-licensed captain runs the boat from start to finish. We've run charters here since 2008. This page shows you how to plan a long day so it still feels easy at hour six.

What a Full-Day Boat Rental Means Here

Most South Florida charters call a full day about eight hours. With us, the length depends on the day and the boat:

Weekends. Our longest set slot runs from 2:30 PM to 8:30 PM, which is six hours.
Weekdays. Start times are more open, so a longer day is easier to book.

Ask us for the exact length on the boat you want. Your full-day boat rental includes the whole boat, a captain, and snorkel gear. Boats 36 feet and up also carry 1 crew member.

Families

Mix short cruises with swim breaks so kids don't get bored. Bring more snacks than you think you'll need. See our family boat rental page for kid-friendly tips.

Birthdays

A full day gives you time for a cake at anchor and a sunset toast on the way home. Our birthday boat party page covers decorations and timing.

Work Teams

A long day works for client outings and team days that need time to talk, not just ride. Pick a yacht with indoor seating for breaks from the sun. See our corporate yacht charter page.

Who Should Book a Full Day

In our experience, a full day fits groups who want more than one stop. Think sandbar, lunch, and a cruise past the homes on the same trip. If you only want the sandbar, a half-day boat rental usually covers it.

Full Day or Two Half Days?

Many operators charge less per hour for longer trips. Ask us how our full-day rate compares to two half days.

Stop	What happens	Good to know
Start slow on Lake Boca	An easy cruise through the slow speed zone	A good time to settle in and grab some shade
Swim at the sandbar	Anchor at Lake Boca, the main swim spot in town	Your captain picks a spot with room around you
Lunch by boat	A cooler lunch on board or a dock-and-dine stop	SeaSpray Inlet Grill sits next to Waterstone
Cruise the Intracoastal	Head north toward Delray Beach or past the waterfront homes	A full day gives you time for both
Ride home in the late light	An easy cruise back to the dock	The light on the water is softer late in the day

Plan Around Florida Weather and Tides

Summer Storms

South Florida's rainy season runs May 15 to October 15. Summer afternoons often bring storms. On a long day in summer, an early start gives you the best hours before the weather builds.

The Inlet and the Tide

Want an ocean leg? The Boca Raton Inlet gets shallow at low tide and takes local knowledge. Your captain times the ocean run around the tide, which is one more reason a long day helps.

Winter Slow Zones

From November 15 to March 31, extra manatee speed zones apply on the Intracoastal in Palm Beach County. Long cruises take a little longer in winter.

What to Bring on a Long Day

Food and drinks. Pack more than you think. Skip red wine, since it stains.
Sun cover. Hats, sunscreen, and a long-sleeve layer. Larger yachts give you more shade.
Towels and a change of clothes. You'll swim more than once.
Chargers. A portable battery keeps phones alive for photos.

Snorkel gear is already on board. Select yachts also carry Seabob water scooters, so ask which boats have them.

Why Book Your Full Day With Us

A Fleet Built for Long Days

We run 30+ boats, from 22 to 122 feet. For a full day, a larger yacht gives your group shade, seating, and a bathroom.

Captain Included

Nobody in your group drives. Florida requires anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 to carry a boating safety ID to drive most boats. With a captain, that's not your problem.

Open 7 Days, All Year

We run trips from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, 7 days a week. That gives you room to start early or stay out after sunset.

How Much Does a Full-Day Boat Rental Cost?

Captained boat rentals start at $690, and luxury yachts start at $2,999. A full-day boat rental costs more than a half day because you have the boat longer. Fuel, crew, and gratuity are extra, so ask for the full total.

What moves the price:

Trip length. Six hours costs less than eight.
Boat size. Bigger yachts cost more but add shade and space.
Fuel. Longer runs burn more fuel.
Day and season. Weekends and winter book first.

Bookings aren't refundable, so lock your date once your group is set.

Lunch on the Water

You have two options. Pack your own lunch in a cooler, or plan a dock-and-dine stop. SeaSpray Inlet Grill opened next to Waterstone as Boca Raton's first dock-and-dine restaurant. Our dock and dine cruise page has more ideas.

Full-Day Boat Rental in Boca Raton: Plan a Day With No Rush