Boat rentals on the water

Your Day on the Water Starts Here

Half and full-day boat rentals — bow riders, center consoles & pontoons. Located right on the Caloosahatchee.

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Everything You Need for a Day on the Water

Half-Day or Full-Day

Build the day that works for your schedule — a morning run or the whole day out.

High-End Fleet

Choose from bow riders, center consoles, and pontoons — clean, capable, and ready.

Dockside Service

Receive in-depth assistance before departure and when you return to the slip.

Captains Available

Enjoy the water while an experienced captain handles the boat for you.

The Marina

Just Show Up and Go.

Our rentals launch from the full-service Hinckley Marina, right on the Caloosahatchee River. Free parking, clean restrooms, and a stocked ship's store mean you can arrive empty-handed and leave with a story.

Fuel, ice, and a pre-trip orientation are ready when you are. When you come back in, The Boathouse restaurant is steps from the slip — the easiest way to end a day on the water.

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Hinckley Marina on the Caloosahatchee River
The Fleet

Pick Your Boat

Three ways to spend a day on the water, from open-bow cruising to a center console built for fishing.

Chaparral 23SSI bow rider
Bow Rider

Chaparral 23SSI

Best for cruising, the beach, and dockside restaurants.

Max Capacity8
PowerYamaha 200HP
  • Bimini top & swim platform
  • Bluetooth stereo
  • GPS / depth finder
Robalo 242 Explorer center console
Center Console

Robalo 242 Explorer

Best for fishing and cruising.

Max Capacity8
PowerYamaha 300HP
  • Livewell
  • Onboard cooler
  • Bluetooth stereo
  • GPS / depth finder
Premier 23' Tritoon pontoon
Pontoon

Premier 23' Tritoon

Best for the beach, river cruising, and dockside restaurants.

Max Capacity10
PowerYamaha 200HP
  • Onboard cooler
  • Bluetooth stereo
  • GPS / depth finder
How It Works

Half Day or Full Day

Option 01

Half Day

4 hours on the water

Perfect for a morning cruise or an afternoon at the sandbar. Choose a morning or afternoon block within operating hours.

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Looking for a same-day half day? Call 239.405.7155 to check availability.

Option 02

Full Day

8:30 – 4:30

The whole day, island to island. Run down toward Sanibel, stop for lunch, and still make it back before close.

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Full-day rentals must be booked in advance.

Dock · Dine · Explore

From the Caloosahatchee to the Gulf

Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Sanibel, the beaches, sandbars, and dockside kitchens are all within a day's cruise. Pick a run below to see where you can tie up, eat, and head home.

01 Sanibel & the Passes Downriver · SW
  • Gramma Dot'sSanibel
  • The LighthousePort Sanibel
02 Cape Coral & Tarpon Point North Bank · NW
  • RumrunnersCape Coral
  • The Nauti MermaidTarpon Point
  • PinchersTarpon Point
  • Bimini BasinCape Coral
03 Downtown Fort Myers & the River Upriver · E
  • Slipaway Food Truck Park & MarinaFort Myers
  • OxbowFort Myers
  • Deep LagoonFort Myers
  • Three Fisherman'sFort Myers
  • Downtown RiverfrontFort Myers
  • The BoathouseOn Property
04 Pine Island Sound Island Run · W
  • Phuzzy's Boat ShackSt. James City
Rules, Regs & FAQ

Good to Know Before You Go

Who can operate the boat?+
Operators must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Do I need a license?+
Anyone born after January 1, 1988 must complete a Safe Boating course prior to operating. You can complete the course here: courses.boatus.org.
Can we bring pets?+
No. Pets are not permitted aboard our rental vessels.
Can we fish from your boats?+
Yes. Fishing is welcome aboard our boats.
Is gas included?+
Each boat leaves the dock with a full tank. Upon return, you will pay the marina directly for the fuel used during your rental period.
What is the damage deposit?+
A damage deposit of $1,000 is held on the day of your rental. Once the boat is returned, the deposit is released within 24 hours.
Do you have a captain available?+
Yes. A captain can be added to your rental for groups of 6 or fewer for an additional $300 fee.
What if I have no experience?+
Please call our office and we can walk you through some options for getting out on the water safely.
What are my navigational limits?+
Boats may not travel more than 9 miles into the Gulf. Certain weather restrictions may apply on the day of your rental, based on conditions determined by our on-staff captains.
What is your cancellation policy?+
Weather-based cancellations are offered a full refund. Cancel before 5:00 PM the evening before your reservation to receive a full refund. Cancellations after 5:00 PM, day-of cancellations, and no-shows will be charged the full rental amount.
Find Us

Hinckley Marina

Address16991 FL-31
Fort Myers, FL 33905
HoursDaily · 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Phone239.405.7155
Emailrentals@sweetwaterlifestyles.com
DiningThe Boathouse restaurant, on property
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CONTACT US

BOAT CLUB & CHARTERS:

Bonita Bay Marina
27598 Marina Pointe Dr.
Bonita Springs, Florida, 34134

BOAT CLUB & RENTALS:

Hinckley Marina
16991 FL-31
Fort Myers, FL 33905

EMAIL:

Info@sweetwaterlifestyles.com

PHONE:

239-405-7155

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