Boat Rentals & Charters
At Toronto Harbour Nautical Centre, we offer a diverse fleet of sailboats, powerboats, and yachts to suit every type of on-water experience. Whether you're an experienced boater or trying it for the first time, we have options to get you out on the water.
We provide bareboat rentals for those with recognized certifications or equivalent experience. For newer boaters, our smaller powerboats are a fantastic introduction to boating, with full safety briefings and guidance from our knowledgeable team before you depart.
Rental Guidelines
How to Rent
Getting out on the water with Toronto Harbour Nautical Centre is simple and accessible. Whether you’re an experienced boater or newer to boating, our team will guide you through the process to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Please review the requirements and policies below before booking your rental.
To rent a boat, you must:
Be 21+ with a valid G driver’s licence, or
Be 18+ with a valid Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
All renters are required to arrive 20 minutes prior to departure for a mandatory safety briefing and orientation.
For sailboats and larger powerboats, prior experience on similar vessels is required. You will be asked to complete a Boating Resume for approval.
If you don’t yet have the required experience, no problem — simply complete our Charter Inquiry Form, and we can arrange a qualified skipper to operate the vessel for you (additional fees apply).
Booking & Cancellation Policy
Bookings made more than 30 days in advance require a 25% deposit
Bookings made within 30 days require full payment
Rentals may be rescheduled up to 48 hours prior for a $25 rescheduling fee
All bookings are subject to a $1.95 non-refundable booking fee
In the event of unsafe weather conditions (including thunderstorms or sustained winds over 20 knots), Toronto Harbour Nautical Centre reserves the right to cancel bookings.
If a booking is cancelled due to weather, refunds are not issued, and an alternate date will be arranged within the same season.
Powerboat Rentals
Get out on the water and experience Toronto from a whole new perspective. Our powerboat rentals are ideal for harbour cruising, social outings, and making the most of summer on Lake Ontario. With easy-to-handle boats and full guidance from our team, it’s the perfect way to enjoy time on the water with friends, family, or clients.
Tier 1 / Inexperienced Boaters / Inner Harbour
Options for 1-5 persons
Starting at $119/hr
To rent a Tier 1 boat, you must be over 21 with a current G-level driver’s license OR over 18 with a Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC). Our knowledgeable staff will give a full safety briefing on all rentals.
Tier 2 / Experienced Boaters
Options for 1-10 persons
Starting at $149 /hr
Tier 2 and 3 powerboat rentals require you to have experience with comparable boats. You are required to fill in a Boating Resume in order to be approved for one of these boats.
Tier 3 / Experienced Boaters
Options for 1-10 persons
Starting at $335 / 2hrs
Tier 3 powerboat rentals require you to have experience with comparable boats. You are required to fill in a Boating Resume in order to be approved for one of these boats.
Sailboat & Yacht Rentals
To rent a sailboat or yacht, prior sailing experience on comparable vessels is required. Please complete our online Boating Resume Form for review and approval before booking.
If you do not yet have the required experience, we’re happy to help you get out on the water. Simply call our office at (416) 203-3000 or complete ourCharter Inquiry Form to arrange a certified skipper or instructor to join you on board.
Skippered charters are available at an additional rate of $60/hr (Harbour 20/ J24/ Dinghies), $70/hr (Hunter/ Mirages/ C&C24), $80/hr (Niagara35), allowing you to relax and enjoy the experience while learning along the way..
Sailboats - J24 and Harbour 20
Options for 2-5 persons
Starting at $225/3hrs
Keelboat rentals require you to have experience with comparable boats and/or appropriate certifications and training. You are required to fill in a Boating Resume in order to be approved for one of these boats.
Dinghies - RS Feva, RS Zest and Hobie Cat
Options for 1-4 persons
Starting at $135/3hrs
Dinghy rentals require you to have experience with comparable boats and/or appropriate certifications and training. You are required to fill in a Boating Resume in order to be approved for one of these boats.
Yachts - Hunter 240, Mirage 27’s, C&C24 + Niagara 35
Options for 2-9 persons
Starting at $300/2hrs
Yacht rentals require you to have experience with comparable boats and/or appropriate certifications and training. You are required to fill in a Boating Resume in order to be approved for one of these boats.
