Self Drive Boat Hire

Self-drive boat hire lets you rent a boat and captain it yourself, no skipper needed. Boat hire comes with licensed and license-free options, by the half or full day, all with verified local operators.

License-free boat hire

License-free boats have small engines you can drive with no boating qualification, ideal for a relaxed day exploring nearby coves and beaches.

Licensed boat and motorboat hire

If you hold a boat license, you can rent larger, faster motorboats and cover more coast, from a few hours to a full day.

Do you need a license for self-drive boat hire?

Not always. License-free boats are open to anyone within local power limits; larger boats need a valid boat license. Each listing says which applies.

Common questions

Is fuel included?
Fuel is sometimes included and sometimes charged on top; each rental spells it out.

How many people can go?
It depends on the boat's capacity, listed on each rental, usually from a few people up to a small group.

Is it hard to drive?
No. Staff give you a quick briefing before you set off, and license-free boats are simple and slow by design.

Browse self-drive boat hire by destination below, all run by verified local operators.