Rent a Boat in Pensacola, FL

Brick forts guard emerald-green passes where Blue Angels roar overhead and red snapper lurk on wrecks just offshore—Pensacola is history and high-octane fun in equal measure.

What to know

The most popular boat rental styles in Pensacola include:

• Center consoles & sport-fishers for snapper, amberjack, and offshore wreck dives.
• Pontoons & tritoons for Fort Pickens sandbar and air-show anchoring.

Pensacola Pass can rip—captains read tides and dodge shifting sandbars.

Safety regulations

• Boater-ed rule: Florida card for operators born after Jan 1 1988 (10 hp +).
• Life jackets: Kids ≤ 6 must wear PFDs underway.