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Make Memories That Float on a Donut Boat!

About this Experience

What you'll do:

Freedom Ring Boats has brought the ultimate “Donut Boat” experience to National Harbor! Perfect for small groups, these unique boats seat up to 10 people around a central table, all shaded by a big umbrella—ideal for cruising, snacking, and spending time with friends and family. Designed for smooth cruising (think golf cart on water!), and don’t worry if you’ve never captained a boat before—we’ll give you a quick orientation to get you cruising in no time. Book your self-captained donut boat rental today and make memories that float!

Why we love it for your party:

  • Captain your own adventure! If you're 25+ with a valid driver’s license, you're in control, making cruising National Harbor accessible to almost everyone!

  • All our boats feature a central table with a convertible ice bucket, safety equipment, sunshade, and a Bluetooth speaker

  • You can choose either an electric (quiet, max 2 MPH) or gas-powered motor (max 5 MPH)

  • Bring your own tasty rations and refreshing beverages aboard or splurge on a custom picnic curated by our partner

About this experience partner:

At Freedom Ring Boats, we believe in creating experiences that last a lifetime. Our donut boats are designed for fun, relaxation, and connection. Whether it's a family outing, a birthday celebration, or a romantic getaway, your time with us will be filled with laughter, joy, and memories that float.

Additional information:

  • Starting at $150 per hour!

  • We understand that even the best-laid plans can encounter squalls. Here’s how we handle changes to your itinerary:

    • Cancellation Notice: Should you need to cancel, please notify us at least 72 hours before your reserved day. We’d be delighted to help you reschedule your nautical adventure at no additional charge. If a cancellation is necessary, a $50 processing fee will apply.

    • Late Cancellation & Absence: Once your vessel is secured for your booking, it’s marked off the charts for other adventurers. Therefore, cancellations made with less than 72 hours notice, or if your party arrives more than 10 minutes after your scheduled departure, will unfortunately result in no refunds.

    • Nature & Vessel Readiness: In the event of severe weather or if your vessel experiences an unforeseen issue, we will have to cancel your voyage. The safety and enjoyment of our guests is our top priority. In such cases, we will gladly assist you in rescheduling your trip without any added cost. If rescheduling isn’t feasible, a $25 processing fee will apply for a full cancellation. Our compass is always set on providing you with a fantastic day on the water!

  • All voyages conclude at the appointed time, and the vessel must return to port promptly to prepare for our next guests. Vessels arriving late will incur a charge of $100 for every 15-minute increment until the vessel is secured at the dock.

  • Please note that all bookings are subject to a 11% Maryland Admissions and Amusement Tax for the vessel, a 6% Booking Convenience Fee and a 4% Credit Card Processing Fee. All other purchases, such as accessories, are subject to the 6% Maryland Sales Tax.

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4 Reviews

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Corinne H.

July 2025 • Other Party

Great experience with Ken and crew. Easy, laid back day on the water. Do it!

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Benjamin C.

June 2025 • Birthday Party

Booking was a breeze with all the info you'd expect for renting a vessel to travel on the water (similar to renting a car, actually). I was worried I needed Safe Boating certification, but it wasn't required for this. Ken was very thorough in explaining rules of the road, where we could go with the boat and where all safety equipment was located. We were given a handheld VHF and bluetooth speaker to use! There were 4 of us and were very comfortable on the boat, which actually holds up to 10. We had the boat that had a steering wheel, which made for easy operation without holding the tiller of the outboard. This boat was powered by a gas outboard which moved the boat at a good speed, but for the most part we just had the throttle at idle or just above to cruise the harbor area and stay in the breeze. The boat was very stable, even when we tried rocking it back & forth, it just levelled out quickly. Highly recommend if you're spending the day at National Harbor with friends, family or even a date. The electric outboard option may be slower, but I imagine the much lower noise level could be better for a more relaxing/intimate trip. I'll definitely be coming back.

CC

Carey C.

June 2025 • Birthday Party

We did a 2 hour rental with friends around the harbor. Had so much fun! Great way to spend an afternoon outdoors! Checking in was a breeze.

CH

Christian H.

June 2025 • Other Party

This seriously is such a fun and amazing experience. Where have you been all my life, Freedom Ring Boats? They are very spacious, easily fits 10 people and very easy to drive. They have electric motor boats for a more relaxing ride and gas powered boats for a faster experience. The price is really good and one of the best values at National Harbor. I highly recommend this experience when you're at the harbor!

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