Rental FAQ

• What is the minimum age for the person in charge of renting and driving the boat?

  21 years is the minimum age requirement.

• What do I need to bring with me to rent a boat?

  2 items are required (1) a government issued photo ID (2) $600 deposit of either a major credit card or cash deposit.

• Are there any additional costs on top of the hourly rental rate?

  A one off $10 insurance fee per boat per trip, fuel cost and tax are not included in the hourly rental rate. The cost of the fuel depends on how fast and how far you travel. On average boat fuel costs range from $20-$40 per hour.

• Do I need a boat license to rent a boat?

  No. We provide you with a free one day boating license when you rent with us.

• Is there a limit to where I can go on the boat?

  Yes, the boundary to the west is Bowen Island (15km from our location) and the boundary to the east is Indian Arm (25km from our location) as indicated by the red lines on the following map. See map >>

• Can I reserve our boat in advance?

  Yes, we strongly recommend that you reserve your boat rental in advance to ensure that you get the boat that you want. You can book your boat rental online click here ..

• What is your cancellation policy for for boat rentals that are booked in advance?

  We have a standard 7 day cancellation policy. Those cancelling 7 days or more prior to their reservation will receive a full refund. Those cancelling 48 hours or more prior to their reservation can re-schedule their boat rental to a new date.

• Is the drinking of alcohol allowed on the boat?

  No. The same rules regarding drink driving on the road apply to drivers on the water and is policed by the Coastguard. If we feel a person is already under the influence of alcohol at the time of arrival we will use our discretion and refuse service to that person.

• Is fishing gear included in a fishing boat rental?

  Yes, our fishing boat rentals come fully equipped with rods, tackle, bait, coolers, down riggers and depth sounders. We provide everything you need to go fishing. View our fishing boat package >>

• Do you provide fishing licenses?

  Yes, we provide a one day recreational fishing license at a cost of $5.25. per person.

• Do you provide scuba diving charters?

  Yes, we provide a taxi service to local dive sights for certified divers.

• Why rent with us?
  • You get the newest rental boats in Vancouver.
  • You get the best boat rental rates in Vancouver.
  • You get the fastest speed boats in Vancouver.
  • You get the best boat rental location in Vancouver. Located in the heart of downtown, our prime location on Granville Island provides both easy and fast access to the best spots in Vancouver.
  • You get a free 1 day boating license to cover your trip.
  • You get the best Weekday discount rental rates.
  • Why pay for expensive moorage, boat and maintenance fees when you can become a Granville Island Boat Rentals member and go boating regularly for a fraction of the cost.View rates ..
  • Voted the number one boat rental operator in Vancouver, we have been serving all of Vancouver’s boat rentals needs since 1982.