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Affordable Boat Charters in Cape Cod

Find the perfect boat rental in Cape Cod: from $375
Motorboat Cape Cod
Motorboat • 7 Passengers • No Captain
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$375
Sailboat Cape Cod
• Sailboat • 6 Passengers • No Captain
Provincetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$380
Motor Vessel Cape Cod
• Motorboat • 6 Passengers • Captained
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$475

Choose from 18 different vessels and enjoy a boat rental in Cape Cod with or without a captain for as little as $375 . Browse for your favorite vessel and book a cape cod boat rental now

Recommended Boat Hires in Cape Cod

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Custom boat Cape Cod
•Motor boat • 6 Passengers • No Captain
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$525
Pontoon Boat Cape Cod
•Pontoon • 12 Passengers • No Captain
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$475
Sailing Boat Cape Cod
•Sailboat •6 Passengers •Captain
Provincetown, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$799
Watercraft Cape Cod
•Motorboat •6 Passengers • Captained
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
from
$525
Motor Vessel Cape Cod
•Motorboat • 9 Passengers • No Captain
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$695
Motor Vessel Cape Cod
•Motorboat • 6 Passengers • No Captain
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
from
$475
Yacht Cape Cod
•Yacht • 37 Passengers • Captained
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$4,300
Boat Cape Cod
• Motorboat • 8 Passengers •No Captain
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$585
Cape Cod boat charters
•Motorboat • 11 Passengers •No Captain
Barnstable, Cape Cod, Massachusetts
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$695

Popular Boat Rental Amenities in Cape Cod

You can look through all the boats and find the perfect option with the right amenities. Some popular options listed: "internet", "snorkeling gear", "fishing" and "scuba diving gear included". Some boat owners will happily let you swim or party onboard a boat rental in Cape Cod too.

The Weather in Cape Cod

Find the perfect time of year for boating in Cape Cod
Month Average Temp °F Sea Water Temp °F
January 38.00°F 37.00°F
February 40.00°F 39.00°F
March 45.00°F 39.00°F
April 53.00°F 43.50°F
May 62.00°F 49.10°F
June 72.00°F 57.60°F
July 78.00°F 65.70°F
August 78.00°F 65.70°F
September 71.00°F 64.20°F
October 61.00°F 58.60°F
November 53.00°F 51.30°F
December 43.00°F 40.00°F
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Boat options in Cape Cod

In Cape Cod, 54% of the boat rentals are motorboat rentals. Other popular boat rentals include sailboat rentals and motorboat rentals.

Some lessor booked vessels to charter include houseboat rentals and pontoon boat rentals. The average price of boat charters is $1,210 per day. Jet Ski rentals are cheaper with an average price of $155 per day.

Whether you are chartering a yacht or just want a small motorboat, there are plenty of boat options available to choose from so hire a boat in Cape Cod now and have a great time.

Enjoy a Boating Trip in Cape Cod

Cape Cod, located in the southeastern corner of Massachusetts is a great choice for hiring a boat and spending time on the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Whether you want to enjoy a fishing trip on the Cape Cod National Seashore or just want to explore the coastal regions of Barnstable County by boat, you won't be stuck for fun things to do on this island.

WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING TO MY BOAT RENTAL IN CAPE COD?

Items To Bring on Your Boat Trip

There are a number of items you should bring on a boat trip. The individual boat owner might have some extra requirements like a boater education card (if you're renting without a captain and want to operate the vessel yourself) so you'll want to ask them when making the booking.

But common items worth bringing include:

  • Plenty of sunscreen
  • A hat to cover your head
  • Sunglasses to protect your eyes
  • Swimming gear
  • Towels
  • Water safety gear e.g. arm bands if you can't swim
  • Waterproof smartphone cases

You should be good to go with those items. Again, ask the boat owner directly if there is anything else you should bring.

WHAT ARE THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT BY BOAT IN CAPE COD?

Washburn Island

Want to check out a great swimming and fishing spot, well Washburn Island is a great place to take a boat trip too.

Cuttyhunk

It's certainly an unusual name to say the least but this outpost, located at the end of Elizabeth Islands can be reached from the west point of Hyannis. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the area or moore in the Cuttyhunk marina and explore.

Martha's Vineyard

Another option is to take a boating trip to Martha's vineyard. It's a beautiful spot to check out if you haven't been.

Cape Cod Beaches

There are plenty of beaches around the cape cod region for you to check out. Whether you want to swim, snorkel or do any water activities, the below list of beaches are the most popular in the area to check out:

  • Race Point Beach
  • Nauset Beach
  • Old Silver Beach
  • Sea Gull Beach
  • Cape Cod National Seashore Beach
  • Craigville Beach
  • Monument Beach
  • Coast Guard Beach
  • Red River Beach

These are some amazing beaches to check out in Cape Cod and the surrounding area.

WHAT WATER ACTIVITIES CAN I DO WHEN I HIRE A BOAT IN Cape Cod?

Fun Water Activities in Cape Cod

There are lot's of exciting and fun water activities you can do in Cape Cod. Here are some of the great options available:

  • Scuba Diving
  • Sight Seeing
  • Water Skiing
  • Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

So with those activities, you'll have plenty of things to do on the water.

DO I NEED A LICENSE TO RENT A BOAT IN CAPE COD?

License Requirements For Boating in Cape Cod

In order to operate a boat in Cape Cod, you will need to have a boater education card or an international certificate of competence. Alternatively, the majority of boat rentals in Cape Cod can be charterd with a captain.

WHAT TYPE OF BOATS CAN I RENT IN CAPE COD?

Boat Types Available to Rent

There is pretty much every type of boat available to rent in Cape Cod. These include:

  • Pontoons
  • SpeedBoats
  • Catamarans
  • Yachts
  • Mega Yachts
  • Jet Skis
  • Motorboats
  • Sailboats
  • Custom boats

These are the most popular Cape Cod boat charters available.

Airbnb for boats in Cape Cod

Browse through the different watercrafts and simply message the owner or book a boat rental in Cape Cod instantly. It's the very same as Airbnb but for boats. No need to worry about hiring a captain separately. The majority of these boats come with the option for a captain included in the price.