How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Boat in the Hamptons? (Real 2026 Prices)
By BoatRental.com · Published August 28, 2026 · Updated August 28, 2026
Renting a boat in the Hamptons costs between $475 and $11,769 per day as of August 2026, based on 31 charter boats listed on BoatRental.com. The median day rate is $2,499. Most rentals include a licensed captain; fuel and crew gratuity are typically billed separately.
What Hamptons boat rentals actually cost
These figures come from the 31 boats listed for charter on BoatRental.com out of Sag Harbor, East Hampton, Montauk and Hampton Bays in August 2026 — actual asking rates, not survey estimates. The fleet runs from a 16-foot novelty water taxi to a 122-foot event yacht that hosts 85 guests.
A third of the fleet rents for under $2,000 a day, another third sits between $2,000 and $5,000, and the top eight boats — crewed yachts from 43 to 122 feet — run $5,000 to $11,769. Thirty of the 31 include a professional captain in the rate.
| Price band | Boats | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Under $2,000 | 10 | 22' runabouts, fun boats, a classic daysailer — small groups up to 8-10 |
| $2,000–$5,000 | 13 | 26'–40' captained boats: Sea Rays, Axopars, catamarans, watersports boats |
| $5,000+ | 8 | 43'–122' crewed yachts with staterooms, Seabobs and crew, up to 85 guests |
What the day rate does not include
Nearly every crewed charter in the Hamptons prices fuel, staff and gratuity separately from the advertised rate — a convention across the local industry, not a quirk of one operator. On a large yacht those extras commonly add 20-30% to the base price, with 15-20% of the charter rate being a customary crew gratuity.
Ask three questions before you book anywhere: is fuel included, is there a separate crew charge, and what gratuity is customary. A $6,499 day can become an $8,500 day, and it is better to know at the quote stage. BoatRental.com itemises its own 8% service fee in the quote before you send a request; the operator-side extras are stated on each listing.
Do you need a licence to rent a boat in New York?
New York's Brianna's Law has required every operator of a motorized vessel to hold a state-approved boating safety certificate since January 1, 2025. But there is a rental exemption most guides miss: an adult aged 18 or over renting from a livery may operate without a certificate, provided the livery gives a safety briefing before departure.
In practice it rarely matters in the Hamptons: 30 of the 31 boats listed include a licensed captain, so the certificate question falls away entirely. The one bareboat in the fleet — a 23-foot Pearson Ensign daysailer — is sail, and sailing vessels without motors sit outside the certificate requirement.
When to book: the Hamptons season is short
The Hamptons charter season runs roughly Memorial Day to Labor Day, with the best availability in June and the tightest weekends in late July and August. September is the quiet bargain: the water is at its warmest of the year, the crowds are gone, and operators are far more open to a negotiated price on the shoulder.
For peak Saturdays, book two to four weeks out for the large yachts. Smaller boats often have next-day availability even in season.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest boat rental in the Hamptons?
As of August 2026 the least expensive listing on BoatRental.com is $475 per day for a 23-foot Pearson Ensign daysailer out of Sag Harbor, available with or without a captain. Captained novelty and fun boats start at $799 per day.
How much is a yacht rental in the Hamptons?
Crewed yachts from 43 to 62 feet run $4,999 to $10,199 per day, and a 122-foot event yacht for up to 85 guests lists at $11,769 per day, plus fuel, staff and gratuity — rates as of August 2026.
Is a captain included in Hamptons boat rentals?
Almost always: 30 of the 31 boats listed on BoatRental.com include a licensed captain in the day rate, and larger yachts include additional crew. Captained rentals also mean New York boating-certificate rules do not apply to you as a guest.
Which Hamptons towns can you charter from?
The listed fleet departs from Sag Harbor (the majority), East Hampton, Montauk and Hampton Bays. Each listing states its departure harbour — the towns are 30 or more miles apart, so check before you drive.