Things to do in New England, New England: The Best Boat Rentals

Classic Cruises operates the 58' classic motor yacht Rum Runner II and the 72' sailing vessel Madeleine. Rum Runner II offers guests an exhilarating passage through Narragansett Bay taking guests back to the era of prohibition. Experiance the breeze as it fills the sails on Madeleine, a traditional schooner, as she glides past Newport's historic scenery.

Sightsailing of Newport offers daily sailing cruises, tours and private sailing charters in Newport aboard the sailing vessels Aquidneck, Sightsailer and Starlight. Aquidneck and Sightsailer were built specifically to take people sailing who have never sailed before. Both are very smooth sailing; seasickness is never an issue. Both offer tickets for public sails and are available for private charters. Aquidneck is an 80' schooner. She is comfortable, stable and offers a relaxing sailing experience. She sails comfortably with up to 49 guests. Sightsailer is a 46, comfortable yet racy sloop, which gives a greater sensation of sailing than Aquidneck. She sails comfortably with up to 13 guests. Starlight is an O'Day 34' sloop that offers the feel of sailing on a private yacht since it sails by private charter only with just 2-6 guests. Starlight is luxurious and comfortable.Aquidneck sails 7 days a week from May-October.Sightsailer and Starlight sail 5 days a week (Thursday thru Sunday)in July and August and weekends only in June and September.

Sailing cruises on Lake Champlain aboard two beautiful, wooden-rigged sloops: the Friend Ship and Wild Rose. Cruises are two hours and are BYO food and drink. Experienced crew members create a safe and entertaining sailing experience with their wealth of knowledge about the area and Lake Champlain history. Capacity is limited to 6-12 guests per ship which creates a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, not to mention picturesque views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains. Sailing on Lake Champlain is the perfect way to reconnect with friends, family, and the outdoors. Sunset and daytime cruise options are available for public or private charters mid-May through mid-October. Bookings are accepted online and over the phone year-round. Friend Ship and Wild Rose are classic sailing sloops featuring bronze hardware, intricate rigging, and rich, highly detailed woodwork reminiscent of a time gone by. Lake Champlain is exceptional sailing territory for these historic ships.

COVID ALERT: WE ARE ONLY TAKING PRIVATE CHARTER RESERVATIONS ON OUR WEBSITE The boat "Plan Sea" is a newly remodeled down east luxury yacht. She seats 18 passengers on teak-trimmed, Sunbrella-cushioned furniture. The open deck and wet bar make Plan Sea the perfect party venue. You may rent (private charter) the entire boat(offered on our website). Public scheduled cruises are DISCONTINUED due to the pandemic. Activities include tours, transportation and parties. Cruises depart from Falmouth on Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard. Sunset cruises are a great cocktail hour cruise out of Edgartown and Falmouth. Plan Sea boat cruises are a great activity for bridal parties, women's weekends, family reunions, couples and other groups to enjoy time on the water and learn about the history and sights around the Cape and Islands. We are a proud recipient of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Cruises fill up fast during our short season, so book now.

Come explore the Battenkill River. We service a 30 mile stretch of river that is sure to include something for everyone. From fast and fun sections that will keep your paddle in the water to slow, crystal clear cobble bottom stretches that will let you kick back in your seat. The Battenkill really is the perfect river to paddle. Let's find your favorite stretch!

River Mist Kayak specializes in casual canoe, kayak and paddle board rentals in the Pemaquid area. Most customers take a couple hours to explore the Pemaquid River from the public boat launch. This peaceful stretch of water is a great spot for the novice boater, avid fisherman and the wildlife enthusiast. Come spend a couple of relaxing hours away from it all.

We offer Charters aboard Indiscretion and also offer a food and beverage package which is quite exceptional! Fishing, Family, Corporate, and Fun Charters! Cruise away from Downtown Boston on your way to Hours of adventure on Historic Boston Harbor. Relax aboard a luxurious Classic 42' Post Sportfish with plenty of room for all, enjoy seeing the many historic sights and rich History of Boston Harbor and the Islands.snorkeling in crystal clear Harbor waters brimming with marine life, and do some sightseeing with so much to see in an always changing seascape! Meet up with your skipper for the day at the New England Aquarium dock and climb aboard a 42' Post Sportfish, setting your sights on discovery in the bountiful sunshine. Watch the crew toss off the mooring lines, settle into a comfy seat for the voyage ahead, and chat with your Skipper or First Mate about what you might see during your History-packed cruise.

Block Island's premiere fishing service and fishing tackle outfitter located on Ocean Avenue in New Harbor. Offering a full service bait and tackle shop with friendly, knowledgeable fishing addicts to help you with your visit. Also offering guided fishing trips for stripers, blues, albies, seabass, shark and tuna. Fly fishing and light tackle trips from 4-8 hrs offered. All abilities welcome and all gear is provided. Accommodating up to 4 people per trip ages 5 and up.

The crew at Goodhue Boat Company, Meredith has helped families from all over New England and beyond, enjoy boating on Lake Winnipesaukee since 1919! You can find our complete on-the-water marina quaintly located off Meredith Neck Rd in Meredith NH on the quiet side of the lake across from Bear Island. Enjoy the lake in one of our Brand New GPS-Equipped, Rental Boats. We offer 13 – 23 foot boats, fishing , bowriders and pontoons. All of our rentals are completely pet friendly and you’ll feel like you’re in your own private boat. No dealer advertising on our rentals. From our award winning sales team to our Master Certified service team our goal is always 100% satisfaction. So you can depend on us to make boat ownership a pleasure. Our Full Service Marina offers: New, Used and Brokerage Sales, Service Dept, Parts Depart, Ship Store, Boat Rentals, Fuel Dock, Pump Out Facilities, Valet, Winter Storage, and Fun! Chaparral Boats, MasterCraft Boats, and the unsinkable Boston Whaler Boats.

Down Cape Charters & Boat Rentals is a family owned business located on the eastern shore of Pleasant Bay, the largest contiguous bay along the Cape Cod National Seashore. For the past 30 years we have established ourselves as the area’s leading source of watercraft rentals, charters and tours. Come, join us, and see Cape Cod the way it’s meant to be seen!