Question 1

Can we use a Big Pine Key Boat Rentals rental boat for night fishing?

Accepted Answer

No, our insurance does not cover the boats out after dark and the boats do not have navigation lights.  You will be asked to sign a form stating that you understand and accept this rule and are liable for any and all damage including property damage and personal injury.

Question 2

How far can we take the boat?

Accepted Answer

You are allowed to venture out 15 miles from our dock.  We will show you how far that is on a nautical chart when you pick up your rental.

Question 3

Do I need a Boaters’ License?

Accepted Answer

You do if you were born after Jan 1, 1988.  This is a Florida State Law.  A Boaters’ License from another state is fine,  or you can take a quick 20 question test through FWC that will give you a temporary license to operate boats and jet skis for 90 days.  The Lifetime Boater Safety Certification through FWC takes about 3 hours and is accepted throughout the US.

Question 4

I have only operated a boat in fresh water, is that a problem?"

Accepted Answer

Not really, we will go over the meaning of our navigational markers before you take the boat out, but the basics are all the same.  Stay on top of the water, and don’t hit anything!

Question 5

What is there to do on a boat?

Accepted Answer

You can fish, lobster, cruise around, go snorkeling, hang out at a sandbar, or visit a waterfront restaurant

Question 6

Do the boats have GPS?

Accepted Answer

The boats are all equipped the same:  GPS chart plotter, depthsounder, cooler, anchor, dive flag, and all Coast Guard safety gear.

Question 7

Can we use a Big Pine Key Boat Rentals boat to tow waterskis?

Accepted Answer

No, our rental boat insurance does not cover towing anything behind the boat

Question 8

Can we sleep on the boat?

Accepted Answer

All of our boat at Big Pine Key Boat Rentals are day cruisers and are not set up as liveaboards.

Question 9

Can we keep the boat where we are staying if we have it for multiple days?

Accepted Answer

Yes, depending on the water access to the dock.  Some areas of the Keys have deep water at the dock, but the access to get there can be treacherous.  The best thing to do is call with the address and we will let you know whether it is safe to take the boat to your rental house or not. If you cannot keep it at the location you are staying it can stay at our dock, which is an open marina, and our boats are free to come and go as you please.

Question 10

Is it cheaper to rent during the week?

Accepted Answer

No, our rates are always the same.  Almost everyone renting a boat in the Keys is on vacation.  The locals usually have one or two boats at a minimum!

Question 11

What kind of fish are in the Florida Keys?

Accepted Answer

The Florida Keys have lots of fish but the ones most fished for are: Trout, Kingfish, Amberjack, Mangrove Snapper, Cobia, Yellowtail Snapper, Swordfish, Blackfin Tuna, Red Snaper, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Trpletail, Bonefish, Tarpon and Hogfish.

Question 12

Is Big Pine Key Boat Rental the best boat rental on the planet?

Accepted Answer

Why yes...yes it is! Just ask our customers.

Question 13

We are staying in Cudjoe boat rentals are hard to find, at least affordable ones. Do you have more affordable boats at Big Pine Key Boat Rentals?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Please visit our selection, prices are listed.