Private boat rental hero background
◆ SoFlo Fun Rentals · Fort Lauderdale, FL

Private Boat Rentals in Fort Lauderdale

Sandbars, Haulover, ocean fishing, waterfront restaurants and sunset cruises — built around your group. Hourly rates, captain optional, book online in minutes.

From $100/hour 3-hour minimum Captain optional Fort Lauderdale, FL
Scroll

SoFlo Fun Rentals creates private South Florida boat experiences for people who want more than a ride. Choose your date, tell us your group size and vibe, and we’ll help plan the perfect day on the water.

0Private charters
0Signature experiences
0The goal for every trip
0Book online anytime
Experiences

Choose your South Florida day on the water

Every trip is private and planned around your group. Same hourly rate for all of them — just book the hours we recommend for the day you want.

Most Popular

Fort Lauderdale Sandbar

Anchor up, relax, swim, and enjoy a private South Florida sandbar day built around your group.

Ideal for Friends & familyBook 3 hours
Book This Trip

Waterfront Restaurant Trip

Cruise to local waterfront restaurants and arrive by boat for a more memorable Fort Lauderdale experience.

Ideal for Date & groupsBook 4 hours
Book This Trip
Golden Hour

Sunset Cruise

Golden-hour views, ocean breeze, and a private route designed for photos, memories, and good vibes.

Ideal for CouplesBook 3 hours
Book This Trip

Haulover Trip

Head south through the inlet for the full Miami-side run — open water, island views, and a swim stop along the way.

Ideal for Full daysBook 5 hours
Book This Trip

Ocean Fishing

Run offshore for the day and fish South Florida’s blue water — bring your crew and your cooler.

Ideal for AnglersBook 6 hours
Book This Trip

Birthday Boat Day

Celebrate on the water with a custom private boat experience for your group.

Ideal for CelebrationsBook 4 hours
Book This Trip

Private Custom Rental

Tell us your date, group size, and vibe — we’ll help plan the right route.

Ideal for Any groupBook 3+ hours
Book This Trip
Let us plan it

Not sure yet?

Tell us your date and group — we’ll recommend the best South Florida experience for you.

Plan My Day
The Boat

One boat you won’t forget

Our octopus-wrapped deck boat is the only one we run — and the whole thing is yours for the day. Fuel, a Bluetooth speaker and a floating mat are included in every rental. Two ways to take her out:

You drive

Without a Captain

Take the wheel yourself. Best for experienced boaters — you set the route, the stops, and the pace.

👥 Up to 7 guests⏱️ 3–8 hours⛽ Fuel included🛟 Floating mat
Book Without a Captain · $100/hr
Most relaxing

With a Licensed Captain

Sit back while a licensed captain handles navigation. No boating experience needed — just show up.

👥 Up to 6 guests⏱️ 3–8 hours⚓ Captain included⛽ Fuel included
Book With a Captain · $140/hr

Same boat either way — the captain takes one seat, which is why the guest limit drops to six. Live availability and your exact total are shown at checkout.

How It Works

From “Book Now” to on the water in 6 easy steps

Booking is online and secure — check live availability, lock your date, and we take care of the rest.

1

Choose your experience

Sandbar, sunset, waterfront dining, celebration, or fully custom.

2

Tap Book Now

Our live booking calendar opens right here on the site.

3

Pick your date, hours & group size

Choose bare boat or captained, then how many hours — 3-hour minimum. Real availability, no waiting to hear back.

4

Check out securely

Pay online and get your confirmation by email right away.

5

Sign your waiver

Quick digital waiver so everyone is ready at the dock.

6

Show up & enjoy

Meet at the dock and enjoy your private South Florida day.

Where We Go

Featured South Florida destinations

Popular routes we build private trips around — mix and match for a custom day.

Fort Lauderdale Intracoastal
Sandbar Stops
Waterfront Restaurants
Sunset Route
Custom Private Route
Book Your Adventure

Reserve Your Adventure

Check live availability and lock your date in a few taps — secure booking with instant confirmation.

Every trip is a private charter for your group. Pick your date, group size, and experience, and pay a secure deposit to lock it in.

View Live Availability & Book

Secure checkout · Instant confirmation · Powered by FareHarbor

Pricing

Simple hourly pricing — you only choose two things

Rent the boat on its own, or add a licensed captain. Every booking starts at a 3-hour minimum — after that, you just add hours.

Bare Boat — no captain

$100 / hour

3-hour minimum · each additional hour $80

You drive. Boating safety documentation may be required.

With a Captain — most popular

$140 / hour

3-hour minimum · each additional hour $110

Sit back and enjoy the day — your captain handles the boat and the route.

What that looks like

3 hours — $300 bare · $420 captained
5 hours — $460 bare · $640 captained

Pick your experience below, book the recommended hours, and you’re set.

Rates are for the whole boat — not per person — up to its legal capacity. Your exact total is shown before you pay.

Safety & Requirements

Your day, done right

Safety and clear expectations come first. Details below are general — final terms are confirmed with your booking.

Captain optional

Add a licensed captain to any booking, or take the boat out yourself with the bare boat option.

🪪

Must be 21+ to rent

The renter must be 21 or older and present a valid government photo ID.

📄

Boating documentation

Bare boat (no captain) rentals may require boating safety documentation.

✍️

Waiver required

All guests sign a liability waiver before departure.

🌤️

Weather policy

In severe weather we reschedule at no extra cost — your deposit carries over to the new date.

👥

Passenger limits

Up to 7 guests on a bare boat rental, or 6 guests when a captain comes along. Limits are legal and can’t be exceeded.

🍹

Alcohol policy

Responsible, of-age guests only where permitted. No illegal substances.

💳

Deposit

A 25% non-refundable deposit is due at booking. The remaining 75% is charged 72 hours before departure.

🔄

Cancellation policy

Cancel more than 72 hours before departure and the 75% balance is not charged. Inside 72 hours the booking is non-refundable.

The above is general information, not legal or safety certification. Please verify all requirements directly with SoFlo Fun Rentals before your trip.

FAQ

Good to know

Tap any Book Now button. Our live booking calendar opens right on this page — pick your date, experience and group size, and check out securely with instant confirmation.

Pricing is hourly and per boat, not per person. Bare boat (no captain) is $100/hour for the first 3 hours, then $80 per additional hour. With a captain it’s $140/hour for the first 3 hours, then $110 per additional hour.

Yes — every booking has a 3-hour minimum, and you can book up to 8 hours. Each hour past the first three is charged at the additional-hour rate.

Here’s what we recommend: 3 hours for a Fort Lauderdale sandbar day, 4 hours for a waterfront restaurant trip, 5 hours for a Haulover trip, and 6 hours for ocean fishing.

Yes — every trip is a private charter for your group only. You’re never sharing the boat with strangers.

Departure is from the Fort Lauderdale / South Florida area. We’ll share the exact dock location when we confirm your booking.

Absolutely — sandbar days are one of our most requested experiences. Anchor up, swim, and relax.

Yes. We’ll route to popular waterfront spots and can help with a reservation as an add-on.

Sunscreen, a towel, a valid ID, and whatever food/drinks you’d like (see our alcohol policy). We can add coolers, towels, and floats.

Safety first. If weather makes the trip unsafe, we’ll reschedule to another available date.

Yes. Fuel is included in the hourly rate — along with a Bluetooth speaker, a floating mat, and pickup/drop-off costs. No surprise charges at the dock.

Yes — a 25% non-refundable deposit is charged when you book. The remaining 75% is due 72 hours before departure, charged automatically to the same card.

No. Choose the captained option and a licensed captain runs the boat for you. Bare boat is for experienced boaters and may require boating safety documentation.

A captain is optional. Bare boat is $100/hour and captained is $140/hour — both with a 3-hour minimum. You pick the option when you book.

Family-friendly trips are welcome. Let us know ages so we can plan safely and bring the right gear.

Yes — bring your favorites. Please follow our alcohol policy and keep it responsible and of-age.

Cancellations made within 72 hours of departure are non-refundable. Before that window, only the 25% deposit is non-refundable. If severe weather makes the trip unsafe we reschedule at no additional cost and your deposit moves to the new date.

South Florida Vibes

Be one of our first featured adventures

Tag @soflofunrentals and your day on the water could be featured here.

Follow @soflofunrentals

Ready to Reserve Your Adventure?

Tell us your date and vibe — we’ll handle the rest and get you on the water.

Book Now Call / Text