Had lots of fun cruising the river. The boat was great and Paul was helpful.
Great old boat and went all the way to Sanibel Island very easily. Great time!! Thanks Paul!
We had a wonderful time on our 6 hour trip. Paul was very informative and a super nice person to rent from.
Great boat to have for our small group for fishing and fun.
Paul was friendly easy to work with. Quick Response
We had a great time. The boat was very nice and Matt was very helpful and easygoing.
Scott and the boat both great!!!!
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All along the Sunshine State’s 8400 miles of coastline are beach and island communities with their own personalities and unique reasons to visit. Many are popular for one feature or another, such the best beaches, fishing, or the most sun. However, few Florida locations are more popular than Fort Myers.
Located on the bank of the Caloosahatchee River, Fort Myers sits inland from nearby Pine Island, Captiva Island, Sanibel Island, and Fort Myers Beach. From the river, boaters have easy access to snorkeling, diving, and fishing along the coast or in the Gulf of Mexico. It is even possible to cruise the Caloosahatchee River all the way to Lake Okeechobee and beyond making Fort Myers a terrific place for boaters to visit.
From May to October, Fort Myers can be hot and see average temperatures above 87 degrees. August can bring even higher temperatures, with lots of days in the low 90s. In the cooler months, temperatures drop into the high 70s, although January can be see colder days. With access to the Gulf, river, flats, and back bays near Fort Myers, some of the most popular boats in the area include –
Pontoon and deck boats are popular for cruising and exploring, sunset cruises, wakeboarding, snorkeling, and exploring the wide variety of coastal ecosystems. With access to the fresh waters of the Caloosahatchee River, Bass boats and small aluminum fishing boats are also popular options.
Center consoles of all sizes and mid-sized cruisers are also popular since the Gulf of Mexico is only a short ride away. Closer to the Gulf, bigger sportfishing boats and other deep water vessels are also popular.
Safety Requirements:
Anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 who operates a vessel powered by 10 horsepower or more must pass an approved boater safety course and have in his/her possession photographic identification and a boating safety education identification card issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
A child under the age of 6 must wear a USCG-approved Type I, II or III personal flotation device while onboard a vessel under 26 feet in length while the vessel is underway. "Underway" is defined as anytime except when the vessel is anchored, moored, made fast to the shore or aground.
Visit the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to learn more.
Where to dock your boat or meet your rental:
Whether trip plans include a ride upriver or out to the Gulf, there are plenty of docks and marinas nearby, including -
Sweetwater Landing Marina
Old Bridge Marina
Landings Marina
Sanibel Harbour Marina
Weather Conditions
Sitting near the Gulf of Mexico in Southern Florida, Fort Myers summers can be hot and humid, with the warmest days reaching into the 90s. Summer is also the wetter season, with August averaging 22 days of rain.
The rest of the year can be comfortable, with temperatures falling into the 70s, and even the 50s occasionally. During the cooler seasons, Fort Myers weather is cool and dry, with clear skies and an average of only 4 days of rain. Fort Myers can be affected by hurricanes so it’s good to plan with that possibility in mind.
Avg. Temperature High: August is typically the hottest with temps around 86°F
Avg. Temperature Low: December and January are the coolest with temps around 67°F
Avg. Water Temperatures in and around Fort Myers:
72°F to 86°F in the Summer (June, July, August)
70°F to 80°F in Spring (March, April, May)
85°F to 75°F in Fall (September, October, November)
70°F to 72°F in Winter (December, January, February)
Frequently asked questions
The cost to rent a boat in Fort Myers ranges from $40 to $600 per hour. Boat rentals in Fort Myers can be captained or bareboat for a half or full day.
With a Fort Myers boat rental, top destinations include the Caloosahatchee River for relaxing inland cruising and access to beautiful nature preserves. Lovers Key and Estero Bay are top spots for dolphin sightings, fishing, and swimming in shallow, calm waters. For beach hopping, boaters love cruising out to Sanibel and Captiva Islands, known for pristine shores and world-class shelling. Cayo Costa State Park is a quieter destination great for anchoring and exploring by foot. Fort Myers offers the perfect Gulf Coast backdrop for both laid-back and active boat days.
You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.
The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat's size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.
Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.
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