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Rent a Boat in Rhode Island with Sailo!

Choosing a boat rental in Rhode Island? Discover Rhode Island by a yacht charter with Sailo! Regardless if you’re an experienced sailor or just looking to enjoy a crewed boat rental in Rhode Island, you’ll see a whole other side to USA. Whatever your vacation style, you’ll find the perfect boat to rent for your needs. From action packed day trips to week-long sailing vacations, hit the water in style and enjoy an experience to remember.

Top private boat rentals inventory in Rhode Island, USA

In Rhode Island, you’ll find 11 Sailo boats waiting to take you away from it all. We currently offer sailboat rentals in Rhode Island for amazing trips guided by gentle winds. If motor boats are your thing, then you’re in the right place to browse the motor boat charters in Rhode Island and choose the one for you. We also offer a selection of larger boats, perfect for parties or events, when you need space for 12+ people. Search our party boat rentals in Rhode Island to find the perfect venue for your next event.

How to choose a boat charter in Rhode Island?

Sailo offers beautiful yacht rentals in Rhode Island at various price points. Use our advanced filters to narrow your search by date, group size, and trip duration: 2 hrs, 4 hrs or full day charters. You can also choose the type of boat (sailboat, motorboat, catamaran) you want and go even further and look for a particular length, manufacturer and model. The price filter will help you see the available boats within your budget and the crew option is useful when you want to see boats with a skipper/captain included or only bareboats. Do you see a boat that you would like to rent in Rhode Island? Click on it to go to the next page to read more about it, see more photos, send a direct message to the owner to ask more questions or start creating your booking request right away!

How much does it cost to rent a yacht in Rhode Island?

You can charter a boat in Rhode Island for a day, for an average of $1100. The average price for a weekly boat rental in Rhode Island is $3500. Your total budget for a boating trip in Rhode Island depends on many factors such as: trip duration, if captain and crew are included in the price or their cost have to be paid separately, fuel cost (which could be significantly higher on a motorboat compared to a sailboat) and other extras you choose to customize your experience in Rhode Island.

Can I pay in installments for my Sailo boat rental?

A lot of our boat owners allow payment in installments, particularly for the weekly boat charters in Rhode Island. First installment is always charged at the time the booking is confirmed. To find out if a boat has an installment plan, reach out to the boat representative and ask details via 'Message Owner' before you submit the booking or check out the Payment Schedule at top of the booking page.

Be a responsible boater

However long you’re on a boat, it’s always a thrilling and fun experience. Here at Sailo, we like to make sure that the stunning beauty of the seas, lakes and rivers of our planet stay as pristine as possible. If you’re going to charter a yacht, from a few hours to week, try to follow these sustainable boating tips:

  • Take your rubbish home
  • Use eco-friendly sunblock
  • Avoid single use plastic

Much of the world’s plastic ends up in the sea, so reduce, reuse and recycle. Read more about responsible boating.

Popular private boat rentals in US among renters

Your questions, answered

In 2026, daily rates reflect the state's premium yachting culture: Sailboats (including classic sloops) average $500–$1,200 for a half-day; Motorboats (center consoles and RIBs) range from $600 to $1,500; Catamarans start at $1,500–$3,500; and Luxury Event Yachts for larger groups typically range from $4,000 to $10,000+ per day including a professional captain and crew.

A private charter allows you to view the Newport Mansions from their most impressive angle—the sea. Other highlights include sailing past the Castle Hill Lighthouse, anchoring for a swim at Mackerel Cove in Jamestown, or taking an America's Cup-style racing yacht out for a high-performance sunset sail in Narragansett Bay.

Rhode Island's waters are beautiful but technically demanding, with heavy ferry traffic, lobster pots, and sudden shifts in Atlantic fog. A USCG-licensed captain (often included in the price or available for $150–$250) manages these hazards, handles the complex docking in busy spots like Bowen’s Wharf, and knows exactly where to find the calmest waters during a 'sou'wester' wind.

The global yachting hub of Newport (specifically Perrotti Park and Oldport Marine) is the most popular. Other major departure points include Providence (India Point Park) for river cruises, Narragansett (Point Judith) for fishing and Block Island runs, and the scenic docks of Jamestown and Bristol.

Yes! A high-speed motor yacht from Newport or Point Judith can reach Old Harbor on Block Island in about 45 to 60 minutes. This allows you a full day to view the Mohegan Bluffs from the water and enjoy a 'Mudslide' at a local harbor bar before a scenic cruise back to the mainland.

Many premium yacht listings on Sailo offer all-inclusive catering, often featuring local favorites like chilled Narragansett Bay oysters and lobster rolls. For smaller day-boats and sailboats, BYOB is standard. Most captains provide a cooler with ice, but check the 'Price Includes' section for 2026 specific catering add-ons.

If you book a captained rental, no license is required for the guests. For bareboat (self-drive) rentals, Rhode Island law requires anyone born on or after January 1, 1986, to possess a National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) approved safety certificate to operate a motorized vessel over 10 hp.

For standard 2-to-3-hour sunset sails or harbor tours, fuel is frequently included. For full-day itineraries or long-distance crossings to Martha's Vineyard or Block Island, fuel is typically charged based on consumption at the end of the trip. Sailboats remain the most fuel-efficient and cost-predictable option.

Most private yachts are limited to 6 or 12 passengers by USCG regulations. For larger celebrations, such as a wedding rehearsal or a corporate retreat, you can find Inspected Passenger Vessels on Sailo in Newport and Providence licensed to carry up to 49 or even 100+ guests.

Safety is the priority. If the captain (or the Coast Guard) determines conditions are unsafe due to high winds or small craft advisories, your Sailo host will work with you to reschedule or provide a full refund. Most boats have covered salons, so trips often proceed in light rain if there is no wind or lightning risk.