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About this Experience

What you’ll do:

Book a Newport Beach boat rental and spend an hour and a half cruising Newport Harbor past waterfront mansions, docked yachts, and Balboa Island with your group.

  • Choose Your Boat - Pick a classic Duffy, spacious pontoon, or luxury boat based on your group size and vibe.

  • Cruise Newport Harbor - Glide past multimillion dollar waterfront homes, Lido Isle, and Balboa Island at a relaxed pace.

  • Play Your Playlist - Connect your phone to the boat’s sound system and set the soundtrack for the ride.

  • Add Karaoke or Catering - Build out the trip with optional karaoke, charcuterie boards, or full catering.

  • Celebrate With Your Group - Spread out across the deck with room for everyone to relax, take photos, and enjoy the water.

The pace is easy and the harbor does most of the talking, whether you’re marking a birthday, a bachelorette, or just a good excuse to be on the water.

Why we love it for your celebration:

  • Three Boat Styles - A Duffy boat rental, pontoon, or luxury boat means there’s a fit for small groups and bigger parties alike.

  • Optional Captain - Add a licensed captain if you’d rather sit back than steer.

  • Built-In Sound System - Keep the energy up with your own music the whole ride.

  • Add-On Extras - Karaoke, charcuterie boards, decorations, and catering are available to build out the celebration.

  • Local, Family-Run Operation - A Newport Beach based team that knows the harbor and keeps booking simple from start to finish.

About this experience partner:

OC Boat Rentals is a family owned and operated boat rental company based in Newport Beach, California. The team runs a fleet of Duffy boats, pontoons, and luxury boats on Newport Harbor and works with locals and visitors on everything from birthdays to corporate outings. Guests return for the easy booking process and a crew that knows the harbor well.

Additional information:

  • Age Requirement - The primary renter must be 21 or older.

  • ID and Card Required - The renter must bring a valid government issued photo ID and the credit card used for the reservation at check-in.

  • Waivers Required - All passengers must complete required waivers before departure.

  • Captain Add-On Available - A licensed captain can be added for guests who’d rather not operate the boat themselves.

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Location

Orange County, CA

OC Duffy, 2801 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What questions should I be asking?

You can view all frequently asked questions by visiting www.ocboatrental.com/faq

Do I need to know how to drive a boat?

No. You can operate the boat yourself if you’re comfortable, or add a licensed captain so you can relax and let someone else handle it.

What’s included in the $225 price?

The boat rental and crew time for your 90-minute cruise. Karaoke, catering, charcuterie boards, and decorations are available as add-ons.

How old do I need to be to rent?

The primary renter must be 21 or older and must show a valid government issued photo ID along with the credit card used for the reservation at check-in.

What if someone in my group can’t make it or we need to cancel?

Reach out to OC Boat Rentals directly for their cancellation policy, this isn’t listed in the current materials and should be confirmed before booking.