Which boat is right for me?

A motor yacht with a shaded lounge, cabin and bathroom. A captain and crew run it; you relax.

Typical group

13 guests

Typical price

$325 / hr

• Pro Comfort, privacy and a bathroom on board
• Con Pricier per hour; most list 13 guests max

Two hulls side by side, so it's wide, stable and has lots of open deck. Some sail, some have motors.

Typical group

13–65 guests

Typical price

$315 / hr

• Pro Very stable and roomy; good for bigger groups
• Con Slower; fewer of them, so book early

A flat, open deck on two floats, with a canopy for shade. Easy to get on and off and swim from.

Typical group

12–49 guests

Typical price

$180 / hr

• Pro Budget-friendly and easy swim-off
• Con Bumpy in open water; stays in the bay

An open, fast boat with the wheel in the middle and space to walk all around. Often used for fishing.

Typical group

6 guests

Typical price

From $150/hr (n=1)
few operators publish prices

• Pro Quick, sporty, great for small groups
• Con Little shade and no bathroom

A sportfishing boat with rods, bait and a fishing crew, heading to the reef or deep water.

Typical group

6 guests

Typical price

4 h from $750 (n=4)
few operators publish prices

• Pro Gear and know-how included
• Con Early starts; can be rough offshore

A big boat built for groups: open decks, music and often a bar area, for 20 to 100+ guests.

Typical group

39–65 guests

Typical price

$400 / hr

• Pro Fits big groups at a lower cost per person
• Con Less private; set routes and times