Do I need a boating license to operate the boat?

Florida requires a boater safety credential for anyone born after 1988; bring proof if required and be prepared for the company to confirm credentials during check-in.

What times are pickup and return?

Pick up is 9 a.m. or after and return is by 5 p.m. or before; the four-day rental totals approximately 80 hours.

Is fuel included in the rental price?

Fuel is not automatically included; confirm fuel policy at booking and plan to return with agreed fuel levels or pay for fuel used.

Can I anchor at reefs or popular snorkeling spots?

Do not anchor on coral; use mooring buoys where marked and follow reef-safe practices to avoid damaging marine habitat.

How many people can each boat hold?

Boat capacities vary by model from six passengers on smaller center consoles up to twelve on the 24' Hurricane deck boat; choose a boat sized for your group.

Are life jackets and safety equipment provided?

Yes, all boats are equipped with USCG safety equipment, VHF radios and basic safety kits; check specifics during the pre-departure briefing.

Four-Day Boat Rentals from Duck Key Marina Explore Marathon Reef and Flats

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Charter a four-day boat from Duck Key marina and spend extended, flexible daylight exploring Marathon’s reefs, flats, and sandbars. Choose from center consoles to roomy deck boats—ideal for snorkeling, family cruises, or dedicated fishing trips.

80 hours (4 days)

moderate

From $1,225.80

Four Day Boat Rentals in the heart of the Middle Keys turns a standard vacation into a self-directed marine playground. Based at Fish 'n Fun Boat Rentals Duck Key marina, these four-day (80-hour) rentals give you long daylight windows—pick up at 9 a.m. and return by 5 p.m. to chase coral heads, sandbars and inshore fish life across Marathon’s turquoise seas. The fleet ranges from nimble 18' Century center consoles to hefty 25' Proline Super Sports and roomy 24' Hurricane deck boats. Engines run from 115 to 250 HP Yamaha power; capacities span six to a dozen people. Every boat comes outfitted with GPS, depth/fish finders, VHF radio, USCG safety kit, livewells and swim platforms; larger hulls can carry outriggers for trolling. That mix makes this rental ideal for family cruising, reef snorkeling, flats fishing or an overnight-style island hop without changing slips. What sets this operator apart is the low-pressure, flexible format: reasonable pricing, straightforward check-in at Duck Key marina and familiar, well-maintained boats that let you tailor each day. In the Marathon area you’ll negotiate mangrove-lined channels, shallow seagrass flats, and offshore coral formations such as Sombrero Reef and nearby Looe Key living reef systems that host green sea turtles and spotted eagle rays. The water here is often clear enough to anchor or drift over coral heads and watch parrotfish, nurse sharks and wrasse feed below the surface. Practicalities matter: every renter should carry ID and the credit card used to reserve the boat. Florida requires a boater safety credential for operators born after 1988; the company issues a safety briefing and supplies necessary safety gear on board. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, reef‑approved mooring buoy etiquette, basic snorkeling gear and a plan for fuel and ice; the rental includes coolers and dive flags but doesn’t assume tackle or onboard provisioning for a multi-day outing. Safety aside, the real appeal is freedom: run out under the low arc of the Seven Mile Bridge at dawn, beach a boat on a remote sandbar for a picnic, then spend an afternoon casting to bonefish on a shallow flat. For anglers the combination of livewells, fish finders and optional outriggers makes targeting snapper, mahi and permit straightforward. Whether you want a lazy, sun-soaked cruise, a serious fishing spree or an immersive reef snorkeling loop, four-day access to this fleet from Duck Key gives you the time and tools to explore Marathon’s marine edges on your own terms. The operator’s mix of boat sizes suits couples, families and angling groups, and the long rental window rewards patient itineraries—plan multiple shorter excursions rather than one hurried day. Book early in high season; slots fill quickly for holiday weeks and winter escapes. Reserve now.

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